Sourcing Specialist

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Sourcing Agent to join our team at Utilimaster, a Shyft Group Brand. As a Sourcing Agent, you will play a critical role in sourcing production materials to deliver optimal value to the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and guide negotiations with suppliers to ensure fair costs for parts and design changes
• Foster relationships and drive continuous improvement from suppliers in areas of cost, quality, capacity, delivery, transparency, and service
• Partner cross-functionally to understand and monitor business needs
• Identify solutions to improve purchasing team and supplier performance and service
• Gather, examine, and leverage data and analytical tools to identify opportunities and negotiate cost savings
• Gain a deep understanding of manufacturing processes and supplier costs for parts to enable fair, consistent, and sustainable pricing for parts
• Proactively monitor and manage key supplier performance metrics
• Ensure supply continuity and navigate and facilitate solutions when supplier issues occur
• Provide solutions and support for achievement of manufacturing production goals
• Identify, transform, and advocate for new business processes
• Apply project management principles to new product development, organization, and prioritization of work, and process improvement
• Ensure that suppliers conform to our terms and conditions

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Materials Management, Finance, Engineering, or Operations
• Business degree specializing in supply chain management (Preferred)
• 3 or more (3+) years of expertise in a professional procurement role with exposure to various manufacturing processes and commodities
• Knowledge of all aspects of business operations, including finance, accounting, legal, materials management, engineering, quality, and manufacturing
• A track record of performing cost analysis
• Proven negotiation skills
• Supplier management expertise with a history of maintaining winning supplier relationships
• Proficient in Microsoft 365
• Ability to travel occasionally up to 20%

About The Shyft Group

The Shyft Group is a leading manufacturer of specialty vehicles and commercial truck bodies. We are committed to delivering innovative solutions to our customers and providing a positive work environment for our employees. If you are a motivated and experienced sourcing professional looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Why Join The Shyft Group?

We believe that when our people thrive personally and professionally, our business thrives. We offer comprehensive benefits programs that stay healthy, feel secure, and maintain a work/life balance.

Benefits

• Medical and Rx Plan
• Health Savings Account
• Dental and Vision Plan
• Healthcare Flexible Spending
• Wellness Plan
• 401(k) Retirement Savings
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Company Provided Life and Dependent Life Insurance
• Voluntary Term Life Insurance
• Educational Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Dependent Care FSA

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Shyft Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applications from diverse candidates and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment.