Sr. Strategic Sourcing Specialist

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Senior Strategic Sourcing Specialist

Buffalo, NY * Be part of an exciting journey as we build our new facility in the Western New York Science & Technology Advanced Manufacturing Park in Alabama, NY! This role offers a unique hybrid opportunity, blending remote work flexibility with on-site presence during the facility's construction phase.

Salary Range: $70,000 - 109,000

Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on several factors, including a candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies, experience, and location.

The Sr. Strategic Sourcing Specialist is responsible for the sourcing of components used in the production of vacuum pumps that meet the requirements in terms of quality, price, and delivery performance.

Essential Functions:

* Identify and research new suppliers and sourcing opportunities globally, with a strong focus on local sourcing when feasible
* Regular collaboration with engineering, product management, and production teams on material requirements
* Develop and cultivate positive relationships with assigned supplier base as the escalation point of contact
* Negotiate Master Supply Agreements with key suppliers per Company requirements
* Use root-cause analysis to drive continuous improvement activities across 4 key performance indicators: quality, on-time delivery, cost, and net working capital
* Develop and implement commodity strategies to map current and future states to determine continuous improvement activities
* Utilize quoting, value engineering, make v. buy analysis, etc. to support corporate cost reduction efforts
* Support Operational Purchasing team with vendor creation and maintenance
* Collaborate with Operational Purchasing and Planning to ensure purchasing plans are optimized for production requirements and lowest TCO (Total Cost of Ownership)
* Participate in regular supplier business reviews in collaboration with Operational Purchasing (Supplier Scorecard Reviews)
* Effective communication with internal and external key stakeholders
* Full compliance with all Company safety and ethics requirements

Ability to perform essential job duties with or without reasonable accommodation and without posing a direct threat to safety or health of employee or others. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

Skills / Knowledge / Experience:

* Minimum of 8 years of experience in manufacturing or procurement in a production environment
* Solid negotiation skills
* Results focused with the ability to report on KPIs
* Analyze and use critical thinking, looking into problems and identifying root causes with facts, numbers, and sound logic
* Reading and interpreting blueprints and technical specifications
* Casting, machining, assembly, and metal fabrication processes are a plus
* Ability to effectively communicate in English, both verbally and in writing, a second language is a plus
* Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel and Word
* Good verbal and written communication skills
* Experienced with MRP systems, SAP preferred
Educational requirements
* Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or Supply Chain or equivalent experience
Additional requirements
* Ability to travel domestically and internationally
* Ability to build relationships with both colleagues and suppliers
* Ability to work independently while in a fast-paced, change-oriented environment
* Take responsibility for the assigned process
* Well-organized
* Willingness to learn is a must
* Proactive and committed to solving problems "Do not let a problem remain before the sunset"
* Solid and effective communication skills - verbal, written, and interpersonal

***Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.***

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

* Primary work environment - office/computer
* Some minor lifting may be required for quality inspection support
* Infrequent travel may be required - up to 10% domestic to start

Benefits Summary:
Annual Variable Compensation Bonus, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k with Company Match, Paid Vacation, Paid Floating Holidays, Tuition Reimbursement, Training and Development, Parental Leave, Disability Benefits, Life and AD&D Insurance

What you can expect from us:

Excellent working conditionsand benefits
Part of the Atlas Copco Group with a wide-reaching internal job market
Work in a global diverse and dynamic environment You can grow with us: we always look for internal candidates before checking the market and have training and development programs We have a friendly, family-like atmosphere - and that is not just a claim on the wall, it's a true fact
You can be creative and promote your own ideas
Every day brings new challenges and new things to learn

Edwards Company considers for employment and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, protected veteran or disability status or any factor prohibited by law, and as such affirms in policy and practice to support and promote the concept of equal employment opportunity and affirmative action, in accordance with all applicable federal, state, provincial and municipal laws.

Edwards is a global leader of vacuum and abatement systems. We are proud to lead the industry, pushing the boundaries of science to deliver innovative products which are intrinsic to everyday life, working in partnership with our customers and continually setting new standards. With over 100 years of rich heritage, Edwards is the partner of choice for tens of thousands of customers in critical applications around the world. Vacuum is required in diverse sectors, from the generation of power to the production of steel, to the challenging environments of space simulation and high energy physics research.

At Edwards, we believe there is always a better way. Our employees are full of ideas. When looking to add a new team member, we are looking for someone that can appreciate what the Edwards Team has done and bring their new ideas and perspective to enhance where we can go. At Edwards you get to be part of something big; we work globally, but also get the opportunity make a difference locally in our own discipline. We work hard to attract, motivate, develop and retain the best talent from the diversity of people across the globe. Our vision to beFirst in Mind, First in Choicerelies on this strategy.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

For more information about Edwards visit our website:www.edwardsvacuum.com

A division of Atlas Copco

Diverse by nature and inclusive by choice
Bright ideas come from all of us. The more unique perspectives we embrace, the more innovative we are. Together we build a culture where difference is valued and we share a deep sense of purpose and belonging.