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Sourcing Specialist

4 months ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Pregis Full time
Sourcing Specialist
  • Electromechanical New Product DevelopmentChicago, IL, USAReq #2511Tuesday, May 28, 2024We're Not Just in the Packaging Business-We're in the 'Wow' BusinessPregis is HiringWhy Join Pregis?Pregis is in the packaging business to protect what matters.
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Reports to:
Director of Procurement - CapEx and Systems PartsLocation: Chicago, ILResponsibilities

New Product Development Support:

Engineered Components and SystemsLeads all sourcing/purchasing activities for engineered components and systems related to new product development projects across Pregis.

Acts as the key internal interface with New Product Development and Sustaining Engineering, supports cross-functional teams during the development and industrialization phases and drives strategic supplier relationships that achieve cost-effective procurement goals or technical advantages for the company.

Candidates must have strong experience managing global suppliers, exceptional negotiation experience, knowledge of global procurement practices, contracts, laws and regulations, and the ability to lead cross-functional project teams as well as the capacity to contribute consistently and positively in a high-paced, fast-changing and sometimes unpredictable environment.

Manage sourcing of complex Bills of Material (BOMs) with multiple long-lead time components and place first orders of parts so that all parts arrive on time for the pilot builds of complex electromechanical assembliesMaintain ownership of key supplier relationships and activities, from initial sourcing through development, tooling, and industrialization phases as well as product launch.

Work closely with New Product Development and Sustaining Engineering and Manufacturing teams to identify, evaluate, and select suppliers while balancing cost, quality, lead-time, and technical consideration for new product development projects.

Execute all RFx related to new product development projects and order prototype parts as needed.

Drive early supplier engagement to improve manufacturability and cost-effectiveness of parts during the development processTrack BOM costs through the development of a product in a highly organized manner to provide accurate cost feedback to the project team.

Complete 'should cost' and benchmarking analysis as a basis for supplier pricing discussionsNegotiate all commercial terms and conditions with suppliers for the procurement and delivery of materials, tools, equipment, and services for new product development projects.

Track performance of suppliers and publish metrics on delivery, quality, and cost during new product development projects to ensure projects are completed on schedule and at the right cost.

Provide category strategy input to account for evolving New Product Development and Sustaining Engineering needs.

Execute all Stock Transfer Orders (STOs) and convert all Purchase Requisitions (PRs) to Purchase Orders (POs) for the NPD team.

Ongoing Cost Improvement SupportCompile and value post-launch cost improvement opportunities during new product development projects.

Work with New Product Development, Sustaining Engineering and Manufacturing to implement post-launch cost improvement opportunities that were identified during projects.

Support New Product Development and Sustaining Engineering with RFx and supplier negotiations for all post-launch performance, quality, and cost improvement activities.

QualificationsBachelor's degree in supply chain, engineering, or related field3+ years of professional experience in supply chain, sourcing, or engineering involved with the following technologies:

Electromechanical Assembly, CNC, Weldments, PCBAs, Motors, Power Supplies, Injection MoldingProduct launch experience, the candidate must be one that will actively work with the supplier and manufacturing as the equipment is built, tested, and installed.

Experience working on Value Add, Value Engineering (VAVE) projects and projecting cost reductions achieved from VAVE projectsHighly responsive, strong attention to detail, highly organized, and able to manage multiple competing priorities effectivelyExperience working closely with engineering and operations leaders.

Strong written and verbal skills as well as organizational and program management capabilitiesProficient in Excel, Project, PowerPoint, Word, ERP systems (SAP is a plus)Ability to mitigate unforeseen problems creatively and effectivelyAbility to travel within the United States, up to 15%#corpDiversity and InclusionWe believe in diversity of thought and bringing together other traits and characteristics that make an individual bring a unique experience to Pregis.

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