Global Sourcing Analyst

Company: Standard Textile
Location: Cincinnati
Posted on: January 16, 2022

Job Description:

Standard Textile has been inspiring care, comfort, and change in our communities since 1940. While our business is creating innovative textiles, it's our purpose that guides the solutions we offer and drives how we treat our customers, our associates, and the impact we make in our communities. We hold ourselves to a higher standard. A higher standard for why we exist, for how we create, and for what's next.

The Global Sourcing Analyst will be responsible for sourcing and negotiating multiple categories of all global raw materials and finished goods. They will negotiate with suppliers, manage contracts, track supplier performance (cost, quality, inventory and service).and collaborate with various business areas to identify sourcing needs and opportunities.

Responsibilities Include:

* Develop strong supply chain via supplier qualification and quoting processes
* Negotiate competitive pricing and provide cost analysis of multiple vendors
* Strategically manage the flow of incoming product
* Evaluate supplier performance and provide objective feedback
* Conduct continuous improvement initiatives with top suppliers to reduce costs
* Create custom reports to support supply chain operations
* Improve performance via quality enhancement, alternative product analysis and supplier added value services
* Work with on-site supplier representatives to ensure delivery of quality product that meets both internal and customer specifications

Qualifications Include:

* Bachelor's degree preferred
* Knowledge of sourcing/purchasing processes and procedures
* Knowledge of textiles and international operations is a plus as well as formal training/experience in materials management and/or supply chain manufacturing
* Strong working knowledge of MS Office including advanced Excel and Outlook skills is required
* Solid negotiating, organizational and presentation skills are preferred

PM21

Standard Textile is proud to announce it has been selected as a 2021 US Best Managed Company. Sponsored by Deloitte Private and The Wall Street Journal, the program recognizes outstanding U.S. private companies and the achievements of their management teams.

Join us!

Supply Chain, Procurement, Buying, Sourcing, Negotiation, Quoting, Pricing, Cost Analysis, Custom Reports, Excel

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