Sourcing Specialist

• RESPONSIBILITIES
• Supplier/Candidate Research: Utilize databases, professional networks, recruitment platforms, and other tools to identify potential suppliers or qualified candidates.
• Options Evaluation: Analyze potential suppliers or candidates based on specific criteria such as quality, price, delivery capability, or skills.
• Negotiation: Conduct negotiations to secure the best contractual, pricing, or employment terms with selected suppliers or candidates.
• Relationship Management: Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and candidates to ensure consistent quality of goods/services or talent retention.
• Reporting and Analysis: Prepare regular reports on supplier performance, market trends, recruitment campaign outcomes, etc., to optimize sourcing processes.
• Analytical Skills: Ability to evaluate and compare information from different sources to make informed decisions.
• Negotiation Skills: Ability to conduct effective negotiations to achieve the best terms for the company.
• Sourcing Tools Proficiency: Competent use of databases, recruitment platforms, and other sourcing technologies.
• Results Orientation: Ability to achieve and exceed sourcing objectives set by the company.
• Communication Skills: Effective communication with suppliers, candidates, and team members.

 

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in business management, procurement, industrial engineering, logistics, or a related field is required.
• 2- 4 years of experience.

 

PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

• The role is primarily based in a manufacturing facility, requiring regular site visits and interaction with production teams.
• Required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) and adhere to safety protocols.
• The role involves extended periods of sitting in front of a computer.
• Occasional standing or walking may be required during meetings, presentations, or site visits.
• Work is primarily conducted in an office environment with controlled temperature and lighting.

 

TIME TRAVEL REQUIRED

• Travel to different office locations, client sites, or conferences may be necessary.

 

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