Sourcing Agent - White River Marine Group

Bass Pro Shops•Springfield, MO

21h

About The Position

White River Marine Group is seeking a Sourcing Agent responsible for executing sourcing activities for materials and components supporting multiple boat brands across our manufacturing network. This role supports sourcing strategies, manages supplier relationships, and drives cost effectiveness of direct materials. The Sourcing Agent works closely with engineering, quality, manufacturing, procurement, and suppliers to ensure a reliable, cost-effective, and high-quality supply chain.

Requirements

Minimum Degree Required: Bachelor's Degree
Years of experience: 1-4 years of experience related to material management, sourcing and purchasing activities.
Strong attention to detail and high standards for personal performance
Proficiently uses Microsoft Office, with emphasis on Excel for data analysis
Experience using ERP/procurement systems (AS400, SAP, Oracle, Epicor or similar)
Confident and professional communication style for supplier negotiations
Strong problem-solving skills and a sense of urgency for results
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

Nice To Haves

Preferred Degree: Bachelor's Degree relevant to material management, purchasing activities preferred (if applicable)

Responsibilities

Supplier Management: Strengthen relationships with current suppliers. Discover, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers.
Cost Management: Maintain system costs at high level of accuracy. Identify cost savings opportunities with an eye toward quality and delivery performance.
Negotiation: Negotiate contracts, pricing, and payment terms while maintaining WRMG requirements for cost, quality, delivery and service.
Market Analysis: Requires an awareness of market trends, commodity and material prices, and global developments – leading to informed decisions.
Quality: Collaborate with suppliers, engineering, and quality team to ensure materials and components meet WRMG quality standards.
Reporting: Prepare reports on sourcing activities, supplier performance, commodities, and market conditions for management review.
Problem Resolution: Resolve issues related to supply chain disruptions, supplier performance or material quality.
ALL OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED

Benefits

Enjoy discounts on retail merchandise, our restaurants, world-class resorts and conservation attractions!
Medical
Dental
Vision
Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Account
Voluntary benefits
401k Retirement Savings
Paid holidays
Paid vacation
Paid sick time
Bass Pro Cares Fund
And more!