Sourcing Engineer I

Responsibilities

The Sourcing Engineer interfaces with development and supplier engineering to provide materials and components for company product manufacturing.

• Communicates product specifications to suppliers and assesses supplier's ability to meet engineering and quality requirements.
• Evaluates suppliers' internal functions to assess their overall performance and provides feedback in assessment of their operation.
• Qualifies suppliers according to company standards and may administer a Certified Supplier Program in receiving inspection to ensure cost effectiveness.
• Monitors parts from acquisition through the manufacturing cycle and communicates and resolves supplier-related problems as they occur.
• Develops and prioritizes an auditing schedule to ensure that designated suppliers are audited on a regular basis to ensure good manufacturing practices (GMP) and quality standards are met.

Qualifications

Education:

• Associates degree is required; bachelor's degree preferred.

Experience:

• 1-5 years of related experience is required.

Keys to Success

• Building collaborative relationships
• Decision making
• Drive results
• Foster innovation
• Personal energy
• Self-leadership