What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sourcing Specialist-WEST ALLIS,WI position at konecran01t1.valhalla12.stage?
Country: United States (US)
Location: West Allis, Wisconsin (US-WI)
Location details:
At Konecranes, we believe that great customer experience is built on the people behind the Konecranes name – people committed to providing our customers with lifting equipment and services that lift their businesses. Everything we do, we do with passion and drive.
We believe diversity drives business success and is the foundation for our growth. We welcome different backgrounds and skills that enrich our community and we promote a place where we can ALL be ourselves. This is what makes Konecranes a unique place to work.
ROLE / JOB DESCRIPTION
Business Area Crane Pro Parts: Region Americas Position Title Sourcing Specialist
Department Service Operations Reports to Direct Sourcing Manager
Location Brookfield & Watertown, WI Position Department Procurement
Job Purpose:
Assist company in effecting more efficient sourcing processes to save costs and maximize profitability. Negotiate with suppliers to obtain goods, materials, and services at the best prices by using strategic sourcing strategies and extensive knowledge of their assigned commodities.
Specific duties and responsibilities:
• Act as primary point of contact for sourcing-related activities for assigned commodities.
• Implementing inventory optimization strategies within the company.
• Develop and expand category knowledge in support of sourcing projects
• Administer contracts with suppliers, vendors, and other representatives
• Support Purchasing Agents focused on day-to-day activities.
• Request quotations for material and services, evaluate bids for pricing and delivery commitments.
• Perform data collection for all spend data, based on assigned commodities.
• Perform sourcing activities as part of cross-functional teams.
• Update and maintain vendor files in the system.
• All other duties required.
Preferred Key Job Requirements:
• Education:
• Bachelor’s degree
• Skills & Knowledge:
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, supply chain management, or managing suppliers
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in contracting/negotiation processes and best practices
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Apps (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Communication, organization/time management, and problem-solving skills
• Collaborative in nature to ensure all stakeholders are being managed and engaged when appropriate
• Flexibility and the ability to work independently
Konecranes is a world-leading group of Lifting Businesses™, serving a broad range of customers. We are truly a global company with 16,900 employees at 600 locations in 50 countries. For over 80 years, we have been dedicated to improving the efficiency and performance of businesses in all types of industries. We believe that sustainable growth is a result of a strong responsible performance. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled/Other Protected Category.
