What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sourcing Engineer position at Timpte Inc?
Timpte is growing and looking to add a Sourcing Engineer to our team! We’re looking for someone with technical aptitude to support our sourcing strategies, supplier management and cost reduction initiatives.
Pay for this position is $95-120k/year Monthly bonus.
Responsibilities:
• New product sourcing and cost optimization.
• Supplier evaluation and monitoring.
• Quality and risk management.
• Total cost improvement.
• Identify, evaluate, and approve suppliers based on technical capabilities, production capacity, and quality standards.
• Conduct technical reviews of supplier capabilities, manufacturing processes, and quality control systems to ensure they meet project specifications.
• Guide teams in addressing supplier challenges beyond routine tasks.
• Support new product introductions (NPI) by identifying, sourcing, and qualifying suppliers and products.
• Review technical drawings and recommend improvements for manufacturability and cost reduction.
• Analyze supplier quotes and identify opportunities to reduce costs through price negotiation, value engineering, and sourcing strategy development.
• Lead cost-saving initiatives by enhancing product manufacturability, creating economies of scale, and optimizing supply chains.
• Ensure a seamless transition between sourcing and materials planning/operations to maintain supply chain efficiency.
• Assist in resolving quality-related supplier issues in collaboration with the quality and engineering teams.
• Establish and implement supplier contingency and risk mitigation plans for sole-source and critical components.
• Ensure compliance with supplier agreements, contracts, and legal documentation in alignment with company policies.
• Performs additional duties as assigned by management or required by the position.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or equivalent experience.
• Familiarity with sourcing strategies, contract management, and negotiation techniques.
• 3-5 years of engineering or procurement experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in supplier evaluation and cost analysis.
• Knowledge of principles and methods of transportation for the movement of components by air, rail, sea, or road, including the relative costs and benefits for both domestic and international purchases.
• Excellent organizational and planning skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a proven ability to work well with all levels of management and staff.
• Must have working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs; including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
• Ability to manage multiple sourcing projects and meet deadlines.
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality of proprietary information.
Timpte also offers GREAT Benefits:
• Generous Monthly Bonus
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Etc
• Strong developmental opportunities
• PTO and Holiday Pay
• 401k Match
• Yearly Golf Membership
• And MORE!
Salary : $95,000 - $120,000