DCN Sourcing Leader
Core
Lead daily sourcing activities in a manufacturing or distribution center, directing specialists to ensure compliance with procedures and agreed terms.
Role type
Sourcing Leader (Supply Chain)
Builds
Sourcing plans, source lists, and contracts for purchased items.
Domain
Manufacturing / Distribution / Supply Chain
Required skills
Sourcing strategy, team leadership, contract management, cost reduction, lead time optimization, ERP systems (SAP), Lean/Six Sigma, material master management, expenditure tracking.
Preferred skills
Engineering or supply chain degree, experience in purchasing leadership, continuous process improvement mindset.
Responsibilities
Execute and own the sourcing plan for purchased items; Participate in planning reviews and alignment of supply with production teams; Enforce and monitor sourcing procedures; Set action plans for improving lead time, cost reduction and on time delivery; Review and maintain open sourcing assignments from initial requirement through contract generation; Manage past-due sourcing assignments; Review and make material master setting recommendations for buy items; Review and control non-BOM sourcing events; Report sourcing statistics to the Supply Chain Manager; Participate in regular financial and inventory reviews; Ensure adherence to approved supplier agreements; Support resolution of invoice discrepancies; Implement continuous improvement activities; Deliver a top performing workforce.
Seniority
Mid-Senior, hands-on IC with team leadership
