Position Description
About the Company
JW Speaker Corporation is seeking a Sr. Sourcing Specialist for our headquarters in Germantown, WI. JW Speaker specializes in the custom design and manufacture of off-road vehicle lighting for OEM’s. We are experienced in applications of HID (High Intensity Discharge), LED (Light Emitting Diodes) and Halogen lighting technologies.
Our culture is a casual yet fast-paced one that depends on teamwork and collaboration. We recognize that our employees are our greatest assets and entrust them with the freedom to make the decisions that drive business improvements. We are proud to support them in their career growth and development. Take charge of your career and be part of an exciting, dynamic team.
About the Role
1st Priority: R&D/New Product Development (NPD) Sourcing
Identify and select low total cost suppliers – Alignment to commodity strategy
Work with R&D to develop supply chains on emerging technologies
Facilitate NPD Procurement processes
Ensure smooth hand off from NPD to on-going production
2nd Priority: Supply Chain alignment and accountability
Lead and manage commodity strategies
Identify, assess, and select suppliers that support strategic initiatives
Facilitate supplier certification process – supplier accountability and recognition
Understand market - ensure competitive piece price
Manage annual purchase agreements
3rd Priority – Continuous Improvement – Reduce Total Cost
Zone Metrics – demonstrate deep understanding – surface and solve problems
Use A3 problem solving tools and mindset – Creativity before capital
Utilize total cost analysis when evaluating supply chain options
Actively participate in process improvement (both internal and external)
Lead annual material cost reduction initiatives
Experience and Education Requirements:
MRP/ERP experience a must, preferably Syteline
Bachelor degree required, engineering degree preferred
Minimum of five years manufacturing experience
Seven to ten years of procurement experience with three to four of those years working directly on new product development sourcing
Critical: Negotiation skills, purchasing terms and conditions, effective communication and strategic thinking
About the Benefits:
We offer an excellent benefits package, competitive wages and a great work environment.
Submit a resume and cover letter to:
JW Speaker Corporation
PO Box 1011
Germantown, WI 53022
Email: hr@jwspeaker.com
Fax: (262)532-2121
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Pre-employment drug screen is required.
Visit us on the web at: www.jwspeaker.com