Sourcing and Integration Specialist

Job Details: Job Location: Cobalt TN - Lenoir, TN, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Summary:

The Sourcing and Integration Specialist is responsible for identifying and qualifying sources of supply for current and/or future parts, components or materials as well as organizing and managing the onboarding of new suppliers and new parts, components and materials.  Using current and developing processes and practices, this position shall execute and drive best value for Cobalt Boats and the specific business unit customer through a balanced approach of supply chain objectives (design, performance, quality, delivery and cost).  The Sourcing and Integration Specialist will work closely with engineering, quality, manufacturing, purchasing and other personnel in the execution of requirements.

The Sourcing and Integration Specialist is a detail-oriented individual who can negotiate with both suppliers and internal customers without losing sight of the objective, is self-motivated and able to multi-task. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Identifies qualifies and recommends new sources of supply for parts, components and materials
Uses best practices to facilitate supply chain lifecycle of new product introduction
Develop and improve project tracking tools
Works closely with engineering, quality, manufacturing and purchasing teams to meet key NPI milestones
Develop, onboard and integrate new/current suppliers
Issues and evaluates Requests For Quotations
Evaluates supplier quotations utilizing appropriate analysis techniques with emphasis on performance, quality, price, delivery, and service to meet requirements
Negotiates, when necessary, driving best value (quality, delivery, and cost objectives) and mitigating risk to Cobalt Boats
Summarizes Source Selection recommendations and decisions
Implements and Negotiates agreements and contracts when required or necessary

Investigates and Recommends potential cost savings through alternative Suppliers or parts Investigates, Recommends and Executes sourcing initiatives on savings, supplier performance, risk mitigation and supplier base rationalization
Works as a member of a cross functional team
Documents performance to action plans and timelines for assigned sourcing projects
Handles requests for information, quotations, proposals, and bidding processes
Issues Purchase Orders for samples and limited quantities of parts from potential new sources

Drives the parts and process qualification in coordination with the Supplier Quality Team
Facilitate communication between potential suppliers and internal teams
Facilitates transition of supplier and/or part to purchasing team members (buyers)
Other tasks as assigned

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Qualifications: Qualifications:

Understanding of supply chain principles, processes and practices.
Understanding of ERP/MRP and Inventory Control principles and concepts.
Ability to assimilate requirements and communicate such to internal and external customers and suppliers.
Strong quantitative and analytical skills.
Ability to work with individuals at all organizational levels.
Strong project management skills.
Proficient in negotiations at numerous levels.
Ability to read and interpret business documents, drawings and data.

Ability to make calculations such as discounts, freight estimates, dimensional weight, invoices, and percentages.
Knowledge of general business computer software and aptitude to learn new software applications.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Education and/or Experience                                             

Bachelor's degree (BA) or equivalent from a four-year college or university in business, supply chain or related field; or five years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Skills                                            

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical documents, procedures, or governmental regulations in English. 
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, electronic mail, work instructions and procedures, as examples, in English.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers and other employees of the organization.
Ability to effectively conduct meetings in person and with technology assistance.

Mathematical Skills                                                 

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. 
Ability to compute data using standardized formulae.

Ability to calculate volumes, quantities, discounts, proportions, percentages, etc.
Ability to make calculations such as discounts, freight estimates, dimensional weight, invoices, and percentages.

Ability to utilize data to make business decisions. 
Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance, with and without the use of a calculator or computer.

Reasoning Ability                                                     

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Other Qualifications:

Proficient use of technology (spreadsheets, email, word processing and presentation software)
Ability to learn and utilize pertinent modules of an ERP system
Influences others to act in support of ideas, programs, or causes to elevate Cobalt Boats.

Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Continuous/C = 67-100%, Frequent/F = 33-66%, Occasional/O = 33%, None/N

Sits            7 hours
Stands       0 hours
Walks        1 hours
Drives        0 hours

Employee Lifts and/or Carries:  type amount of weight in each area

Maximum 20 (lbs)                  Frequently 2 (lbs)                    Occasionally 5 (lbs)

Employee uses Hands for repetitive activities: 

Simple Grasping -              Right  Frequent                      Left Frequent
Pushing/Pulling -              Right   Occasional                   Left Occasional
Fine Manipulation -          Right   Frequent                      Left Frequent

Employee uses Feet for repetitive activities: 

Right -   Occasional                       b.  Left - Occasional

Employee is required to perform these activities: 

Bending-At-Waist            Occasional
Squatting                           Occasional
Climbing - Ladders, Stairs            Occasional
Kneeling - On Ground      Occasional
Reaching - Above Shoulder         Occasional

Work Environment  The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job (ie; heat/cold, dust/dampness, height; chemical; noise) PPE requirements are included. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Typical 8 to 10 hour work days.
Typical 5 day work week schedule.
Overtime is occasional to frequent based on a number of factors.
Required to work indoors, year round and in all weather conditions.
Some travel may be required.
May be required to work during production shutdowns or other “off-schedule” periods to conduct special activities such as, but not limited to, fiscal year-end inventory counts.

Competencies  To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

General:

Is accountable and dependable
Is adaptability and flexibility
Creative & Innovative Thinker
Tenacious and Driven
Good Decision Making & Judgment
Ethics & Integrity
Tells the truth and is honest in all dealings

Teamwork: 

Influences others to act in support of ideas, programs, or causes to elevate Cobalt Boats.
Builds relationships with teammates so that efforts are received in a positive, developmental manner.

Maintains an objective, neutral stance. Shows respect for the needs and perspectives of all sides in the negotiation process.

Motivation: 

Leads by example and sets standards for professional behavior. Helps those in need of assistance, regardless of rank.
Conveys confidence in a group’s ability to prevail over challenges to reach its goals.
Addresses issues in an open, constructive, professional manner, and persuades others to approach issues in the same manner.

Quality: 

Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure a high standard of quality.

Attendance/Punctuality:  

Consistently attends work on time and complies with Cobalt Boats attendance policy.

Dependability: 

Takes responsibility for own actions and is honest.