Sourcing Specialist

Sourcing Specialist

Work Mode: Onsite

Location: Onsite - Kohler, WI

Opportunity

Responsible for purchasing and negotiating materials, equipment, and/or services from suppliers. Prepares and evaluates supplier quotations and services to determine most competitive solution based upon a total cost of ownership.  Has knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular spend area. Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within assigned spend areas. Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals to perform a variety of tasks. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is expected.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Evaluate, purchase and expedite goods and services at a competitive cost for assigned facilities and/or spend category(ies).
• Receive and review requisitions and approve orders from approved suppliers.
• Analyze available supply sources and place orders on the basis of total cost, quality and delivery.
  
  
• Actively participate in the RFx/acquisition process to secure goods/services in the assigned area of spend to ensure competitiveness and to limit risk to the business.
  
• Review purchase requirements with internal customer(s) to develop business need
  
• Recommend alternative material or methods based on knowledge of market availability.
• Obtain supplier quotations/proposals on prospective purchases.
  
• Review bid proposals, quotes and make recommendations.
  
• Negotiate contracts with suppliers while aware of culture, currency, geographic, and political environment.
  
• Expedite goods and services as required.
  
  
  
• Support the supplier approval and management process
  
• Identifying and maintaining contact with suppliers
  
• Visiting facilities as a team member to conduct supplier assessments with respect to business practices, quality of operations, opportunities for continuous improvement
  Supporting resolution of warranty, payment and service issues with suppliers
  
  
• Maintain required records such as quotes, price lists, supplier correspondence and supplier performance data
  
  
• Oversee Procure to Payment process
  Implement and support procurement systems.
  Maintain standards and ensure policies are enforced.
  Support AP functions to ensure swift and on time payment.
  
  
• Support new business and Existing business capital expansion projects.
  Partner with A&ID and Project Management teams on purchasing of goods.
  Maintain purchasing records.
  Establish existing and new suppliers.
  
  
• Perform other related job assignments as required.
  

Skills/Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Retail Management, Business Operations, Business Administration, or Hospitality Management preferred. 
• Proficient in use of all common computer Microsoft Office software applications including Outlook.
• Capable of performing Internet navigation, creating and managing data collection tables, and generating documents and charts.
• Jagger/ Epro and SAP experience is desirable.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

We believe in supporting you from the moment you join us, which is why Kohler offers day 1 benefits. This means you’ll have access to your applicable benefit programs from your first day on the job, with no waiting period. The salary range for this position is $58,300 - $87,500. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience, their education, and the work location.

Why Choose Kohler?
We empower each associate to #BecomeMoreAtKohler with a competitive total rewards package to support your health and wellbeing, access to career growth and development opportunities, a diverse and inclusive workplace, and a strong culture of innovation. With more than 30,000 bold leaders across the globe, we’re driving meaningful change in our mission to help people live gracious, healthy, and sustainable lives.

About Us
It is Kohler’s policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact kohlerjobs@kohler.com.  Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.