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International Parts Procurement and Purchasing Specialist
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Job DescriptionJob Description
ShopSabre has an immediate opening for an International Parts Procurement Specialist who is an independent, motivated professional with excellent communication and decision-making skills. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in manufacturing and demonstrated experience sourcing high quality machine parts and components from international suppliers. This position will play a critical role in managing our supply chain, ensuring timely delivery, while optimizing cost efficiency and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers worldwide. As a key member of the team, you will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and managing international suppliers, and ensuring that the parts we procure meet our quality, cost, and delivery requirements.
Essential Job Functions
Research, identify, and establish relationships with international suppliers of parts, ensuring the best value in terms of cost, quality, and lead time.
Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors and suppliers.
Monitor supplier performance and resolve issues as needed.
Proactively track price fluctuations and collaborate with accounting and production to identify cost reduction opportunities.
Collaborate with the production team to verify all parts meet quality and company standards.
Assist in processing and creating purchase orders.
Address any quality issues with suppliers and manage changes as needed.
Continually research new suppliers and make necessary changes to limit supply chain issues.
Monitoring of stock levels to make sure parts are always at required levels for production
Manage documentation related to international procurement, including compliance with global trade regulations.
Qualifications
3-5 years of experience in parts sourcing and procurement preferably in a manufacturing environment
Proven experience in international sourcing and working with global markets
Strong knowledge of procurement processes, pricing negotiations, and vendor management
Excellent verbal and written communication and negotiation skills to build and maintain relationships with suppliers
Familiarity with ERP systems ( Epicor)
Knowledge of international shipping regulations, customs compliance, and import/export logistics
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a strong attention to detail
Proficient in English, speaking additional a plus
Benefits
Standard M-F office hours
Generous health benefits package
401K
Growth opportunities
Great family friendly environment
Company DescriptionShopSabre was founded in 2001 and is based in Lakeville, Minnesota. ShopSabre is a leading designer and manufacturer of CNC routers and plasma tables that are used in a variety of high-precision machining operations to cut wood, steel, aluminum, and other metals. The company supplies a broad range of customers from small businesses to large corporations as well as individuals and artisans. ShopSabre has experienced significant growth since its founding by providing a quality product supported by excellent customer service.Company DescriptionShopSabre was founded in 2001 and is based in Lakeville, Minnesota. ShopSabre is a leading designer and manufacturer of CNC routers and plasma tables that are used in a variety of high-precision machining operations to cut wood, steel, aluminum, and other metals. The company supplies a broad range of customers from small businesses to large corporations as well as individuals and artisans. ShopSabre has experienced significant growth since its founding by providing a quality product supported by excellent customer service.
ShopSabre has an immediate opening for an International Parts Procurement Specialist who is an independent, motivated professional with excellent communication and decision-making skills. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in manufacturing and demonstrated experience sourcing high quality machine parts and components from international suppliers. This position will play a critical role in managing our supply chain, ensuring timely delivery, while optimizing cost efficiency and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers worldwide. As a key member of the team, you will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and managing international suppliers, and ensuring that the parts we procure meet our quality, cost, and delivery requirements.
Essential Job Functions
Research, identify, and establish relationships with international suppliers of parts, ensuring the best value in terms of cost, quality, and lead time.
Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors and suppliers.
Monitor supplier performance and resolve issues as needed.
Proactively track price fluctuations and collaborate with accounting and production to identify cost reduction opportunities.
Collaborate with the production team to verify all parts meet quality and company standards.
Assist in processing and creating purchase orders.
Address any quality issues with suppliers and manage changes as needed.
Continually research new suppliers and make necessary changes to limit supply chain issues.
Monitoring of stock levels to make sure parts are always at required levels for production
Manage documentation related to international procurement, including compliance with global trade regulations.
Qualifications
3-5 years of experience in parts sourcing and procurement preferably in a manufacturing environment
Proven experience in international sourcing and working with global markets
Strong knowledge of procurement processes, pricing negotiations, and vendor management
Excellent verbal and written communication and negotiation skills to build and maintain relationships with suppliers
Familiarity with ERP systems ( Epicor)
Knowledge of international shipping regulations, customs compliance, and import/export logistics
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a strong attention to detail
Proficient in English, speaking additional a plus
Benefits
Standard M-F office hours
Generous health benefits package
401K
Growth opportunities
Great family friendly environment
Company DescriptionShopSabre was founded in 2001 and is based in Lakeville, Minnesota. ShopSabre is a leading designer and manufacturer of CNC routers and plasma tables that are used in a variety of high-precision machining operations to cut wood, steel, aluminum, and other metals. The company supplies a broad range of customers from small businesses to large corporations as well as individuals and artisans. ShopSabre has experienced significant growth since its founding by providing a quality product supported by excellent customer service.Company DescriptionShopSabre was founded in 2001 and is based in Lakeville, Minnesota. ShopSabre is a leading designer and manufacturer of CNC routers and plasma tables that are used in a variety of high-precision machining operations to cut wood, steel, aluminum, and other metals. The company supplies a broad range of customers from small businesses to large corporations as well as individuals and artisans. ShopSabre has experienced significant growth since its founding by providing a quality product supported by excellent customer service.