Bachelor's degree in supply chain, Operations Management, Engineering, General Business, Accounting, or Finance preferred.
5-7+ years' experience in tactical procurement with an OEM or Contract Manufacturer OR 3-5+ years of experience in supply chain-focused analytics.
Strong, concise communication skills (written & verbal) with the ability to influence/persuade while working across various levels of the organization.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex projects and work in Cross-Functional teams.
Ability to work independently with minimum supervision in a fast-paced environment
Must be detail-oriented and organized and possess good problem-solving & analytical skills.
Experience with Microsoft Office suite - Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, PowerBI
Intermediate to Advanced Excel Skills - TESTED.
Strong negotiation and analytical skills are required.
Excellent organizational and analytical abilities.
Proven ability to manage budgets and reduce procurement costs.
Detail-oriented and able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Previous knowledge or experience with REACH, ROHS, WEEE, CalProp 65, etc.
PPAP experience (Production Part Approval Process) & After-Market or Service-related buying experience preferred.
Working knowledge of Oracle is preferred.
Domestic and international supplier negotiations are a plus.
Industrial experience in a manufacturing environment is a plus.