Sourcing Specialist I

About the position

Graco manufactures and markets premium equipment to move, measure, control, dispense and spray a wide variety of fluid and powder materials. This role provides purchasing support to factories by ensuring all required materials are procured in a timely and cost-effective manner. The position assists in managing all aspects of Graco's global sourcing strategy to ensure annual improvement in total cost, quality, and service for the assigned commodities. The role will be located in the Rogers MN facility.

Responsibilities

• Locate and evaluate sources (capability, capacity, market constraints) for assigned categories/commodities (20%)
• Review competitive proposals (15%)
• Support new supplier qualification and new product development activities as required, to include supplier visits and audits (20%)
• Place and enter purchase orders as required (5%)
• Keep current on new market trends and materials information (5%)
• Maintain order quantities based on established formulas (10%)
• Support cost reduction, lead time reduction and improve inventory turns (25%)
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field; Supply Chain Management preferred
• Up to 2 years purchasing or manufacturing related experience
• Basic knowledge of purchasing practices
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint)

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Stock purchase plan
• 401(k)
• Tuition reimbursement