Sourcing Specialist

Our Marine organization is a trusted provider of innovative solutions for the worldwide boating and boat building industry, and we recently expanded our scope to lead the boating industry into an electrified future. Dometic has won numerous NMMA Innovation Awards over the years, and we are always striving for new ways to make boating easier, safer, and more enjoyable.

We are on a journey of continuous growth – now looking for our next star – a passionate Sourcing Specialist This position reports to the Strategic Sourcing Manager and will work in Limerick, PA.

About the position

As Sourcing Specialist of the Limerick, PA team, you will be involved in. sourcing, negotiating, coordinate and managing all aspects of a supplier selection and onboarding process. Additionally, the successful candidate will work with Dometic Marine Strategic Sourcing colleagues to seek out new opportunities to improve cost, source of supply and reduce supply base of current parts and materials by effectively managing the supply base. You will also be responsible for data management and KPI tracking for the Strategic Sourcing Group.

Your Main Responsibilities

• Prepare RFQ’s and seek quotes from current or new suppliers, negotiate price, incoterms, delivery, tooling cost, lead-times, payment terms etc
• Analyze and calculate product component costs, negotiate lowest total cost of ownership with suppliers and review quotes against similar manufacturing methods, processes and market trends
• Conduct “spend analysis” to determine top “spend” items, commodities, activities or suppliers to leverage and promote the most effective use of company funds.
• Track Strategic Sourcing KPI’s on monthly basis
• Negotiate prices and commercial issues/terms regarding cost, delivery, replenishment lead time, shipping, etc. within assigned commodities or projects.
• Renegotiate, track and report price increases, minimize and control cost increases
• Monitor raw materials to minimize increases of materials costs.
• Identify and lead cost reduction opportunities within assigned commodities, by re-negotiating, resourcing, redesigning or consolidating supplier base.
• Support and manage sourcing activities throughout new product development and launches stages, participation in product launch meetings, manage and report on supplier or supply readiness to meet product launch schedule.
• Conduct “make vs. buy” analysis and make recommendations accordingly.
• Issue and manage pre-production and early production purchase orders, monitor delivery and quality.
• Issue and manage tooling PO, monitor tooling construction progress, ensure on-time completion and approval of tools.
• Initiate, track and manage Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) submission requirements, ensure timely completion.
• Facilitate or assist to resolve supplier quality issues, support to evaluate and monitor on-going supplier quality and technical capabilities and performance.
• Maintain a good working relationship with suppliers and internal departments.
• Ensure compliance to the Dometic Code of Conduct.

What do we offer?

You are offered an interesting role in a dynamic, fast paced and global environment with great opportunities to grow, evolve with the company and take on new challenges.

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Disability insurance (STD/LTD)
• 401 (k) with company match
• PTO
• Company defined holidays and two floating holidays for you to use as you choose
• Paid maternity/paternity leave
• Tuition assistance
• Membership reimbursement (wholesale club and gym)
• Employee discounts on our incredible products
• Opportunities to make an impact

Skills & Requirements

A suitable background would be a solid experience within manufacturing and sourcing as well as the following qualifications and experiences:

• Degree or certificate in business, supply chain management, engineering, project management or a related discipline.
• Entrepreneurial experience / mindset. Purchasing or Strategic Sourcing in a manufacturing environment preferred
• Project Management knowledge and skills are highly desired
• Experience with a wide range and variety of components, processes and commodities an asset.
• Familiar with MRP systems, able to read and understand multi-layer BOM’s.
• Good knowledge of supplier quality practices
• Project Management knowledge and skills
• Good knowledge and or prior sourcing / purchasing history of one or more of the commodities / categories including but not limited to:
  • mechanical parts such as various types of precision machining, metal fabrication, plastic injection molding, etc.
  • electronics / electrical products such as PCBA, wire cable, motors
  • hardware such as fasteners, fittings, seals, bearings etc.
• Reasonable math skills, able to form basic formulas and intermediate to advanced skills in MS Excel.
• Proficiency / intermediate to MS Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, able to learn other applications quickly.

To be successful in this role, we believe that you possess the following skills, competencies & characteristics:

• Strong and effective problem solving, negotiation skills and decision-making abilities.
• Detail oriented, well organized, able to prioritize and manage a variety of tasks.
• Driven, have sense of urgency, take ownership.
• Effective verbal and good written communication skills in English.
• Must have real world experience working with individuals of diverse backgrounds and a respect for difference.
• Professional demeanor whether in person, via email or on the telephone.
• Ability to work well independently and as part of a strong team.

Dometic’s Core Values

To thrive and succeed in this role, you understand the importance of our core values – Together We build our future, We play to win, We embrace change and We walk the talk; these values reflect the heart and soul of Dometic and they define what it takes to work here and how we do things.

Are you our next star? Then we would love to see your application. Selection is being made on a running basis. If you have any questions regarding the position, please contact First name Last name, xxxxxxxx, at firstname.lastname@dometic.com

Dometic is passionate about building together an inclusive and equitable working environment, that respects individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that diversity enables us to thrive across our differences. Be yourself and join us!

Dometic is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Dometic evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.