Sourcing Specialist managing supplier performance and risk mitigation at Crown Equipment Corporation. Lead sourcing strategies, supplier development, and cost management initiatives.
Responsibilities
Manage key supplier performance through proactive engagement, structured reviews, and escalation.
Assess critical supply risks and drive contingency plans, including dual sourcing and supplier development.
Lead cross‑functional audits, corrective actions, and measurable risk‑reduction initiatives.
Optimize cost and value through analysis of supplier cost structures, processes, and technical alternatives.
Lead RFQs, negotiate on technical and commercial factors, and identify design‑to‑cost/value‑engineering opportunities.
Validate savings and align with cross‑functional and financial requirements.
Serve as sourcing lead for technical and quality initiatives.
Support new component qualification, product/process change evaluations, and resolution of supply‑related quality issues.
Partner with Engineering to involve suppliers early in design and support technology transfer when needed.
Implement sourcing strategies by analyzing suppliers and markets, evaluating alternatives, and recommending approaches based on risk, capability, and lifecycle needs.
Translate technical requirements into supplier qualifications and maintain alignment with long‑term category strategies.
Lead negotiations for major sourcing agreements, including long‑term contracts and performance‑based terms.
Work with legal and business teams to ensure compliance and business alignment.
Maintain contract documentation and enforce commercial performance metrics.
Execute supplier enablement and data management within business systems.
Ensure accurate setup, maintenance, and data integrity.
Drive supplier compliance through clear expectations and timely, complete submission of required information.
Support department-wide strategy development, training programs, and continuous improvement efforts.
Mentor Sourcing Specialist 1 & 2 employees and contribute to capability-building within the sourcing function.
Participate in cross-functional teams focused on critical supply challenges or key program initiatives.
Requirements
2-4 years related experience
Bachelor’s degree (Supply Chain, Business, or Engineering)
Non-degree considered if 12+ years of related experience along with a high school diploma or GED
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