Sr. Sourcing Specialist (Global)

Sr. Sourcing Specialist (Global)

Composed of Chromalox, Durex Industries, Vulcanic, and Thermocoax businesses, Electrical Thermal Solutions (ETS), part of Spirax Group, creates electrical process heating and temperature management solutions, including industrial heaters and systems, heat tracing, and a range of component technologies.

At Chromalox, we build advanced thermal technologies for the world’s most challenging industrial heating applications.

Headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, we got our start with an innovative solution 100 years ago when a self-taught engineer invented the first metal-sheathed resistance heating element. It was this then-advanced thermal technology that launched an entire industry.

We excel in industries that have high expectations. We are acknowledged as experts at delivering solutions that exceed specifications, limit risk, and reduce operating costs.

Join us as we continue to provide solutions to our customers and the world!

The Role:

Senior Sourcing Specialist leads efforts to manage and facilitate sourcing of assigned commodity spend of $20M+. This role is responsible for the development and implementation of strategic initiatives within an assigned portfolio of direct and indirect categories, which may include tubing, sheet metal, MgO, electrical components and other related manufacturing categories and other assigned duties as required.

Your Responsibilities:

• Manage sourcing of a portfolio and managing the RFQ process, which includes providing overviews to key stakeholders in the company.
• Develop comprehensive sourcing strategies leveraging total company spend and including market and industry analysis.
• Negotiate and manage global pricing agreements, and standardizing price and supplier terms through all locations.
• Establish and maintain supplier relationships, and facilitate periodic business reviews to continually identify process improvements and cost reduction opportunities.
• Establish beneficial working relationships with various internal groups across the organization, such as operations, finance, legal, and EHS.
• Prepare cost and supply analysis as needed, assist with vendor audits and performance, and commodity reviews.
• Negotiate and maintain competitive supply agreements, global freight and parcel agreements in support of international practices, including change management.
• Manage freight expenses, domestic and international, and freight approval as needed.
• Negotiate and maintain vendor contracts and obtain annual pricing to support financial cost goals.
• Manage consignment inventory with vendors and manufacturing facilities as needed.
• Working with vendor freight brokers as needed, may include arranging shipments.
• Perform job duties with utmost communication and timely responses.
• Support Company initiatives on sustainability for all purchases.
• Candidates must possess ethical behavior to support Company Core Values.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent of 5+ years of experience in Supply Chain Management.
• 3+ years demonstrated experience in Supply Chain Management.
• Experience utilizing ERP/MRP with the understanding and implementation of Lean practices.
• Ability to create and sustain commitment to change and continuous improvement.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge of MS Office and project management software programs.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Travel: up to 20%
• APICS or ISM certification preferred (CPIM, CPM, CIRM).
• Experience using JDE preferred.
• Must reside in commutable distance to Pittsburgh, PA, LaVergne, TN, Ogden, UT, or Nuevo Laredo, Mexico.

At Chromalox, we are not just an employer but a champion of equal opportunities and inclusivity. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace that adheres to the highest hiring standards and is free from discrimination and harassment.

Chromalox is an equal opportunity employer; our commitment extends to all aspects of employment, ensuring that no individual is mistreated or discriminated against based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as defined by federal, state, or local laws.