Director of Sourcing

Company: Nivel Parts and Manufacturing Co
Location: Jacksonville
Posted on: February 25, 2021

Job Description:

Description Who you are:

• You have your Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain/Logistics, Business, or related technical field
• You have a minimum of 5-7 years of purchasing or related experience including proven capability using advanced procurement principles and supply chain management on a global basis
• You have international sourcing/supply chain development experience
• You have experience with commodity management, finished goods, and component sourcing. HUGE plus if you have indirect sourcing experience
• You have a solid understanding of manufacturing processes and capabilities, materials, applications, and industry trends related to injection molding, metal processing, and electronics
• You have experience managing people, and you enjoy being a manager
• You are willing and able to travel up to 50% (domestically and internationally) What you'll do:
  • Establish and maintain reliable sources of supply to ensure timely procurement of all assigned goods, materials, and services. Implement and manage long term agreements which deliver best in class quality, delivery, and total cost.
  • Evaluate existing sources for technical capability and progressiveness, manufacturing capability, quality system, management and financial stability, cost competitiveness and responsiveness.
  • Research and evaluate alternate sources of supply. Communicate opportunities with cross functional teams and make recommendations for alternate suppliers, designs, and materials to reduce costs.
  • Request and analyze quotations and bids. Promote the need to share cost break down analysis to aide negotiations of per unit cost, commanding best overall cost and commercial terms.
  • Proactively coordinate the selection and qualification process. Influential in driving task completion to achieve aggressive timelines.
  • Negotiate and manage complex business agreements and contracts, both domestic and international.
  • Actively participate in new product development and manage the purchasing activities involved with initial phases of new product qualification and introduction.
  • Initiate necessary correspondence or personal contact to improve terms, resolve disposition of rejected goods and rework costs, adjust invoice discrepancies, and rectify other related problems.
  • Responsible for coaching and development of subordinates. Write performance reviews and handle all employee relations related issues. We proudly offer our team members a great workspace without the stuffy corporate atmosphere. Members of the Nivel family contribute to the bigger picture by bringing different ideas and processes to the table - we hire people from all backgrounds and industries. Here's what we give you:
    • Free snacks and coffee
    • Employee discounts on A LOT of fun stuff
    • PTO/ETO and 8 paid holidays
    • Tons of growth opportunities
    • Employee appreciation events monthly Here's what we promise every single person in our office:
      • A culture that is unparalleled to other organizations
      • An opportunity to contribute to a rapidly growing company - we want to hear what ideas YOU have
      • The tools to succeed in your role - need training? You got it. Need 1-on-1 meetings with your manager? Done. Whatever it is that you need to do your best work, we will accommodate you
      • Support and mentorship from team members who are authentic, good-natured, and highly skilled Founded in 1968, Nivel is a global aftermarket manufacturer, distributor and seller of specialty and heavy-duty vehicle parts and accessories. With access to over 80,000 parts and accessories, Nivel is the largest supplier in the niche vehicle aftermarket parts industries. The company sells its products directly to OEMs, independent distributors, equipment dealers, and direct-to-consumer through its Buggies Unlimited, Reliance and AgKits brands.

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