Sourcing Specialist

SOURCING SPECIALIST

Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in sourcing direct parts, purchasing or supply chain skills prefer to have strong knowledge on lighting sector. 

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field.  ISM/APICS affiliation or certification a plus. 

• Proven experience in commodity management, negotiation, and supply chain strategy. 

• Strong understanding of metal mechanical industry. 

• Strong understanding of Corporate and Social Responsibility associated with Procuring Electronics, Plastics, Stamping, Fasteners 

• Must be willing to travel (20-30%).

Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and measure a lighting  Strategy and Business plan. 

• Demonstrate expertise in assigned supply development  and supply chain management. 

• Adhere to Global Commodity infrastructure supporting LNCA’s business and growth plans. 

• Develop the supply base of lighting to exceed goals and objectives. 

• Ensure the commodity supply base adheres to LNCA’s standards of Corporate Social Responsibility. 

• Market LNCA’s Supply Chain Management expertise internally and externally. 

• Negotiate supplier contracts. 

• Place Purchase Orders and follow up materials 

• Maximize purchase leverage for the best total cost of ownership. 

• Drive continuous improvement through trend reporting analysis and metrics management. 

• Set annual goals and objectives for lighting business 

• Follow up and implement the products on Plant Monterrey with support of Quality and Engineering for validation on products  

• Ensure the format for Quality and Sourcing are fulfill from supplier  

• Understand Risk Assessment and Audit suppliers

Location: 66647 Parque Industrial American Industries Apodaca, N.L.