Responsibilities
Identify suppliers available for sourcing.
Issue RFQs to multiple suppliers for multiple commodities.
Review, analyze and clarify quote packages from suppliers.
Support/Lead a strategic sourcing approval process.
Manage Purchase Order approval and issuing process
Identify and negotiate commercial cost reduction opportunities.
Negotiate cost changes related to product design changes.
Work with Suppliers, Engineering and Material Planning to release parts into production.
Work with Supplier Quality to identify “qualified” suppliers and drive continuous quality improvement.
Develop parts sourcing strategies and sourcing efficiencies.
Maintain day-to-day supplier relationships
Respond to supply shortages that are outside Material Planning’s control