Sourcing Specialist III, Chattanooga

Environmental Solutions Group encompasses industry-leading brands - Heil Environmental, Marathon, Bayne, The Curotto-Can, 3rd Eye, Soft-Pak, and Parts Central - to create a premier, fully integrated equipment group serving the solid waste and recycling industry. Through extensive voice-of-customer outreach, in-house engineering and manufacturing capabilities, a wide-reaching service network, and proven industry expertise, Environmental Solutions Group is focused on solving customer problems through environmentally responsible products and providing world-class support. Our mission, "Improving Lives," drives us to make a significant difference, both in the marketplace and in the lives of our employees and their communities. For more information, visitwww.doveresg.com.

Dover is a diversified global manufacturer and solutions provider with annual revenue of approximately $8 billion. We deliver innovative equipment and components, consumable supplies, aftermarket parts, software and digital solutions, and support services through five operating segments: Engineered Products, Clean Energy & Fueling, Imaging & Identification, Pumps & Process Solutions and Climate & Sustainability Technologies. Dover combines global scale with operational agility to lead the markets we serve. Recognized for our entrepreneurial approach for over 65 years, our team of over 25,000 employees takes an ownership mindset, collaborating with customers to redefine what's possible. Headquartered in Downers Grove, Illinois, Dover trades on the New York Stock Exchange under "DOV." Additional information is available atdovercorporation.com.

Operating Company: Environmental Solutions Group

Location: Chattanooga, TN

Reports To: Director of Supply Chain

Department: Supply Chain

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position will be responsible for managing sourcing activities for a particular category or categories: to include but not limited to preparing RFQs, negotiating with suppliers, developing and maintaining category strategies, managing implementation after a sourcing project is concluded, working with troubled suppliers to improve, setting up robust supply replenishment methodologies for new suppliers and staying on top of supplier technology and capability. This position will also be responsible for providing detailed professional report outs as needed or requested by the Director.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS INCLUDE:

• Working closely with the team to identify vendors / components which meet the standards as set forth in the specifications and general quality requirements.
• Lead negotiations with vendors regarding price quotes for new and special components. Includes identifying and locating potential sources, analyzing quotations in terms of price, quality, availability, service, warranty, and the consistency of each.
• Collect, organize and analyze data in a meaningful way to facilitate decision-making. Must be able to communicate this information to other plant locations to insure continuity between plants, and be able to communicate this information as necessary to all appropriate parties both internally and externally.
• Manage key supplier metrics related to quality, delivery, cost and response. Works with other team members including the supplier to proactively develop counter-measures when metrics are trending in direction, which is predictive of an unacceptable result.
• Maintains a detailed understanding of logistical options and associated costs to assure that material flow from suppliers to customer's results in a high quality delivered product with an optimal cost structure.
• Actively engaged in shipping results to assure that delivered product quality is maintained by working with team members to drive adequate packaging design.
• Prepare and issues all necessary reports and/or correspondence using Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Assess supplier capability, cost benefit analysis, occurrence resolution, risk mitigation and contingency planning for specific commodities.
• Evaluate and communicate technical risks, business requirements, deliverables and schedules supporting project initiatives.
• Drive supplier related targeted cost reduction, VAVE activity, and associated projects to completion.
• Strategic management of specified commodity including total cost optimization through payment terms, inventory and lead-time reduction, and supplier consolidation.
• Must become proficient with J. D. Edwards.

• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Travel for this position is between 25-30%.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree is required or equivalent experience; MBA preferred.
• 4 years work experience in Manufacturing Engineering, Design Engineering, purchasing and/or materials, or closely related field preferred.
• Strong analytical and technical abilities and negotiation skills.
• Formal Lean Manufacturing preferred.
• Strong leadership and control of work processes from beginning to end is necessary. The job demands fast, but carefully thought-out results.
• Must be able to effectively communicate with senior internal and external customers as well as end-users of related products and services.
• Must be able to work effectively in cross-functional teams as well as lead team projects.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to handle multiple projects at once and to complete quality work in a timely manner in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Skillful in communicating difficult/sensitive information tactfully.
• Outstanding interpersonal and team-building skills.
• Ability to work with computer-based information and systems, including Microsoft Office applications.
• Must be able to maintain a high level of organization throughout all daily activities. To include, but not limited to, documentation of all verbal and written correspondence with others (internal and external), proper filing of such information, planning and scheduling of appointments and the coordination of such with others within the department and/or company, time management and the prioritization of tasks. Must document on the purchase order all details relative to supply of a given component to allow for tracking and/or follow-up by others in the event of absence of the employee.
• Attendance at work, including presence at work during regular working hours or another schedule as may be assigned by the department manager, is essential. Acceptance of overtime assignments may also be required in order to meet departmental goals and objectives.
• Must be courteous and professional to others (internal and external). Must maintain a "customer service" attitude toward plant, supervisory, and management personnel to ensure that our ultimate customer receives the highest level of service.
• Travel for this position is between 25-30%.

DOVER COMPETENCIES:

Builds and Manages Collaborative Relationships

Change Leadership

Results Driven

Strategic Mindset

Strong Business Acumen and Sound Judgment

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Ethics and Work Standards: Maintain the highest ethical and work standards, while promoting the same attributes in co-workers and others. Ensure that all business activities - with both internal and external customers - to be performed with a professional demeanor and that all participants be held accountable to this high standard.

Communication: Expresses thoughts clearly, both orally and in writing, using good grammar. Presents concise, well-organized reports in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. Listens to understand input, feedback, and concerns. Provides complete information in an open, honest, and straightforward manner. Responds promptly and positively to questions and requests.

Teamwork and Relationships: Works with other employees willingly and in a spirit of cooperation and teamwork. Supports cooperation. Demonstrates a commitment to the entire business and is supportive of all initiatives (company and departmental) to help grow Environmental Solutions Group business in the United States and abroad. Cooperates fully with others to achieve organizational goals. Is tactful, courteous, and considerate. Embraces a positive outlook. Is respected and trusted by others.

Continual Improvement and Problem Resolution: Identifies and communicates suggestions for work improvements. Uses technical and analytical abilities to assure existing work practices are the most efficient and cost effective possible. Performs root-cause analysis and implements viable, permanent solutions to problems. Works with both internal and external customers to develop solutions which meet company-wide needs and objectives. Applies a sense of urgency to resolve problems or creates opportunities that will increase productivity and create value. Shares best practices with other employees across the business.

Accountability: Accepts responsibility and accessibility for both the strategic planning and the successful implementation of all projects, programs, and duties as outlined in this job description. Advises supervisor of concerns, problems, and progress of work in a timely manner.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

Job Function : Supply Chain & Procurement