Strategic Sourcing and Procurement Specialist

Job overview

The Strategic Sourcing and Procurement role is onsite in Wilmington, NC; compensation is not specified. Wanzl North America supplies retail and distribution markets with shopping carts, access systems, shelving and fixtures, material handling products, and related services. The role develops category sourcing strategies using market, supplier, manufacturing, and cost analysis. It manages supplier relationships and contracts, reduces procurement risks and costs, and coordinates with international support, R&D, and facility teams to support company goals.

What you'll do

• Improve sourcing processes
• analyze market conditions, supplier capabilities, manufacturing processes, cost drivers, and business relationships
• develop and execute category strategies
• manage supplier relationships and negotiate pricing, logistics, and finance terms
• draft, review, and manage contracts
• define commodity strategies by supplier
• develop potential suppliers with a focus on localization
• identify and mitigate supply-chain and procurement risks
• assist with annual material and tooling budgets and reporting
• develop supplier cost-reduction activities
• serve as interface between suppliers, R&D, and facility teams
• travel domestically and internationally as needed.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

strategic sourcing and procurement

wanzl na

wilmington nc

category strategy

supplier management

contract negotiation

cost reduction

supply chain risk

manufacturing analysis

erp

excel

travel as needed

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent, strong analytical skills, and outstanding Excel skills; ERP experience is required, with SAP preferred. Domestic and international travel may be needed.

About the employer

Wanzl NA is hiring for this role. Industry: Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services. Sector: 54.