Sourcing Specialist
Company: The Lincoln Electric Company
Location: Euclid
Posted on: May 19, 2023
Job Description:
Lincoln Electric is the world leader in the design, development
and manufacture of the highest quality arc welding products,
automated joining assembly and cutting systems, and has a global
leading position in brazing and soldering alloys. With over 125
years of innovation and service excellence, we are committed to
employing talent that will support our strategy to foster
innovation, drive growth and provide a first class experience for
our customers. Lincoln Electric: we operate to a higher standard to
build a better world. Req. ID: 23101 PURPOSE: Lead strategic
sourcing of capital equipment and other indirect commodities and
services. Communicate established deliverables and ensure company
interests are protected. JOB DESCRIPTION (DUTIES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES)
- Responsible for the procurement of capital equipment, other
assigned materials, and services
- Responsible for Cleveland Operations capital and services spend
and to coordinate/leverage purchases regionally and globally if
needed.
- Responsible for researching, recommending, planning, leading
and implementing system and process improvements
- Manage services and contractor agreements ensuring Lincoln
interests are protected
- Support operational excellence initiatives and systematically
drive results
- Drive initiatives to enhance SAP knowledge and capability of
the MRO team
- Ensure that the supply chain will meet internal metrics such as
cost reduction, working capital, delivery, quality, and customer
service
- Responsible for identifying, evaluating, and developing
qualified suppliers and ensuing negotiations
- Participate and sometimes lead cross functional and
multi-facility teams to achieve goals and objectives
- Report on key metrics and take corrective action when
necessary
- Report to MRO and Indirect procurement Manager
- Assumes additional responsibilities as needed or directed in
support of the Company's 2025 Strategy. BASIC REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor's degree in Materials Management, Purchasing,
Engineering or related field
- An MBA, CPM, or CPIM certification is a plus
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in an industrial
environment
- Ability to read blueprints
- Advanced SAP or similar ERP experience
- Hands on experience in procure to pay system solutions like
Ariba, Coupa, or others is a plus
- Experience in dealing with suppliers from both a direct and
indirect perspective
- Experience with contract language and negotiations
- Experience with outsourcing fabrication and tooling
- Proven record of solving problems
- Excellent negotiation skills
- Proven project management skills
- Must be able to interface effectively with internal
stakeholders, consultants, and suppliers
- Must be able to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally
and in writing, at all levels of organizations
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other productivity software
including Excel, Access, and PowerPoint
- Willing and able to travel both domestically and globally;
travel less than 5%
- Must have good judgment and be self-motivated
- Must be able to educate and influence others Qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard
to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, protected
veteran status or disability. Lincoln Electric is a $3.2B publicly
traded company (NASDAQ) with over 11,000 employees around the
world. With operations in over 56 manufacturing locations in 19
countries, we are well positioned to continue this partnership and
poised to grow with our customers. As a part of that continuing
legacy, you will contribute to a new generation of innovation and
experience the pride that comes with being part of the solution to
the world's challenges. It is a great time to be part of the
welding industry! Lincoln Electric does not accept unsolicited
resumes from third-party recruiters. Resumes submitted to any
employee(s) of Lincoln Electric without a signed vendor agreement,
by the Manager of Recruiting & Training, will become property of
Lincoln Electric. Verbal or written commitments from any other
member of Lincoln Electric will not be considered binding terms.
Lincoln Electric will not pay a fee to any third-party recruiter
that has not coordinated their recruiting activity through the
Recruiting Department. Employment Status: Salary Full-Time
Function: Supply Management Section: Lincoln Cleveland (US10) EOE,
including disability/veterans
Keywords: The Lincoln Electric Company, Euclid , Sourcing Specialist, Professions , Euclid, Ohio
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