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Strategic Sourcing Buyer II/Senior

JOB DESCRIPTION Legend Brands is a growing multi-vertical manufacturer serving restoration, cleaning, and construction professionals; performance automotive cooling markets; fish hatchery and aquaculture operations; through a portfolio of industry-leading brands including Dri-Eaz, Mediclean, UnSmoke, OdorX, Sapphire Scientific, Prochem, Chemspec, Flex-A-Lite, and Marisource. Job Summary Legend Brands is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Buyer II/ Senior to work from our Burlington, Washington headquarters. This position is responsible for working cross-functionally with multiple stakeholders to diversify how and where materials are procured, brings new products to market, and tactfully supports operational buying. This role encompasses planning, data analysis, reporting, negotiating, process development and cost management. To deliver successful results, the Strategic Sourcing Buyer must develop strong internal/external relationships and knowledge of operations. Work Schedule Monday - Friday - onsite Supervision Responsibility: None Essential Duties Identify, evaluate, and select new suppliers that meet quality, delivery, and cost objectives Design and implement scalable sourcing plans Implement vendor contracts and supply agreements Manage Bills of Material for new products, work with suppliers and buyers to obtain cost, lead time, minimum order quantity, tooling cost, to support all phases of development and product launch Collaborate with other Legend Brands buyers and suppliers in the negotiation of contracts, pricing, problem resolution, and new product introduction Participate in Engineering and New Products Teams as an active member helping to influence best practice sourcing Work with Quality Assurance to ensure procured materials/services meet technical, business, and quality requirements Build relationships and collaborate with Sales Operations, Engineering, QA, Materials Management, Product Management, New Product Development, Accounting, and Production Utilize advanced Excel functionality and D365 to analyze data, implement solutions and create successful business results Manage and maintain procurement-related data and systems to support reporting and analysis Stay up to date on industry trends, best practices, and regulatory changes to ensure compliance and maximize performance Ability to convey complex information in a clear and concise manner Report-out to leadership on project timelines, improvement, and status Execute and develop objectives to improve against department KPIs. Education and Experience: Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering or related field required Purchasing Certification is preferred Previous project management experience preferred Technical knowledge of HVAC parts and equipment a plus Performs other related duties as assigned. Strategic Sourcing Buyer II The Strategic Sourcing Buyer II is required to have a minimum of 5-10 years of previous experience and working knowledge and competent demonstration of the following: Develop and execute category strategies Lead supplier negotiations and contract management Influence stakeholders on sourcing decisions and supplier selection Develop and execute category strategies Senior Strategic Sourcing Buyer The senior level of the Strategic Sourcing Buyer series and is required to have a minimum of 5-10+ years of previous experience and working knowledge and competent demonstration of the following: Deep category knowledge and advanced sourcing skills Experience leading cross-functional sourcing initiatives or global procurement strategies Strong commercial and contractual expertise Mentor junior sourcing staff Lead supplier negotiations and contract management Employment Standards Knowledge of MRP/ERP systems - D365 preferred. Skilled in the use of standard office equipment and software, specifically MS Excel Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service. Skilled in identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions. Understanding of lean manufacturing environment utilizing 5S, Kaizen or Kanban system. Skill in decision making by considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions and choosing the most appropriate one. Applies Total Cost of Ownership techniques to accomplish objectives. Strong decision-making skills with the ability to balance cost, quality and risk. Ability to work with Engineering Departments to support product design or changes while ensuring procurement processes are appropriately maintained. Ability to work successfully as a member of a team. Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form. Ability to pass a pre-employment background check. Hiring Range - Strategic Sourcing Buyer Level II - $86K - $97K Senior Level - $93K - $105K Depends upon experience Benefits Legend Brands offers an excellent benefits package with comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, 10 paid holidays, generous paid time off, employer matching 401k PLUS a company-sponsored pension, and more! Additional Considerations Legend Brands is an equal opportunity employer that considers all applicants without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability. Candidates must be authorized to work for an employer in the U.S., as we are not currently sponsoring or taking over sponsorship of employment Visa's. All job offers are contingent upon satisfactory pre-employment drug test and background checks.Apply for this ad Online! ....Read more...

Procurement Apprentice

Gain practical experience across real manufacturing projects and capital investments. Learn and apply relevant procurement, safety, quality and regulatory standards relating to manufacturing equipment and tooling. Support procurement activities for capital equipment, production tooling and manufacturing services across customer programmes. Apply defined procedures to resolve straightforward issues and seek guidance when problems fall outside agreed processes. Work with suppliers to request quotations, evaluate capabilities, analyse deliverables and track progress against agreed timelines. Analyse cost, technical and commercial data, including cost breakdowns, technical specifications and contractual terms. Assist with purchase order preparation, documentation, data accuracy and record management within procurement systems. Participate in cross‑functional project reviews with engineering, quality and manufacturing teams. Monitor tooling and equipment milestones, delivery schedules and supplier performance. Assist with capital approval processes by compiling business cases, cost models and investment proposals. Training:The apprenticeship provider will be The Apprentice Academy. The qualification will be done remotely.  Exams will need to be attended face to face (there are various places where these can attended). All qualifications, exams and joining fees for professional bodies will be paid by Artifex Interior Systems. Training Outcome:After this apprenticeship the candidate will have the option to start their level 5 and 6 qualifications in procurement.  The specific routes could be buyer / senior buyer in all commodities, then commodity manager. Employer Description:Artifex Interior Systems embarked on a new chapter as an independent automotive interior systems manufacturer in June 2024. While our independence is recent, our team brings a wealth of expertise in the manufacturing sector, ensuring continuity and depth of knowledge. We are establishing ourselves as a trusted name in the automotive industry specialising in the design, development, manufacturing, and supply of innovative interior components for major global automotive manufacturers. At Artifex, we are committed to crafting exceptional quality, innovative designs and sustainable solutions for the automotive interiors industry. Partner collaboration. Innovative design, engineering and manufacturing. Compliance with quality and safety standards. Continuous improvement culture. Working Hours :Monday to Thursday, 08:30 - 17:15. Friday, 08:30 - 13:00. There will be no shift work or opportunity for overtime. There is a bus link, with a small walk from the bus stop and Birmingham International train station near by.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Problem solving skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Team working,Initiative,Proactive,Accountability ....Read more...