9967BRPRS Facility Location:Sherman, TX Trackworks - 057Job Purpose: Full Benefits from the first day of Hire!The Sourcing Category Specialist I leads efforts to maintain and seek approval of sourcing strategies. Continuously optimizes the Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and leads cost reduction programs. Selects, negotiates and establishes contracts with suppliers.They also ensure supplier’s performance, resolves chronic problems regarding quality and supply while working closely with all functions and supports resolution of operational issues when required. This position could be located in Sherman,TX, Decoursey, KY or Cleveland, OH.Req ID:9967BRCompany Description:Railroads transport goods and people millions of miles every day. At Progress Rail, we believe in going the distance with them. We are looking for talented and innovative team players to address the challenges of the rail industry today, ensuring success for the future. Build a long-term career with opportunities for growth and advancement as part of a vibrant network of close to 200 global locations. Our innovative team members work together to forge the bridge between ideas and success!As a Caterpillar company, Progress Rail is an integrated rolling stock and infrastructure provider, delivering a full range of products and services to domestic and international railroad customers. Our customers enjoy one-stop shopping and comprehensive railway solutions – whether it rolls on the rail or is the rail itself. From locomotives, transit, freight cars and engines, to tracks, signals and advanced technology, we ensure customers can count on us to meet their needs.Learn how we keep our customers rolling by following us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and LinkedIn, and by visiting progressrail.com .Education / Training: Associate’s degree or higher in supply chain management, logistics or business administration and a minimum of 2 years of supply chain, purchasing and/or strategic sourcing experience in a manufacturing setting; APICS CSCP or CPIM certification; 2-3 years procurement or strategic sourcing experience in a manufacturing setting.Job Title:Supply Chain SpecialistCity:ShermanKey Job Elements: Ensure commodity strategies align to corporate goals and strategies; Communicate the sourcing strategies and ensure their compliance within the Supply Chain and cross functionally; Drive continuous improvement throughout the Supply Chain; Participate in the standardization of initiatives; Communicate the sourcing strategies and ensure their compliance; Identify risks and implement opportunities on current and future orders; Develop, analyze and maintain cost on assigned commodities; Cooperate with stakeholders to guarantee agreement on terms and processes; Support the operations on supplier performance issues and contract management; Monitor supplier efficiency and their continuous improvement based on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs); Maintain and communicate supplier ratings; Build contacts network internal and external; Develop and update sourcing strategies, benchmarks and market intelligence with active participation from engineering, procurement, operations and quality; Develop long-term agreements with selected strategic suppliers; Create purchasing leverage and synergies across sites; Support the administration of long-term agreements; Develop/manage key performance reports per commodity and supplier; Coordinate Supplier Development activities as required; Develop long term supplier relationships through regular performance reviews.Qualifications and Experience: Strong knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint; Sound knowledge of ERP or MRP systems; Detail oriented / sense of urgency / follow-through; Ability to multi-task, work independently and efficiently; Proven interpersonal and communication skills; Ability to communicate/deal with various vendors as required; Adapt to frequent changes in workload & priority as circumstances dictate; Experience sourcing with global supply of material; Good financial skills, cost analysis, demonstrated ability to analyze trends and statistical data.EEO:Equal Opportunity Employer – Race/Color/Sex/Religion/National Origin/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Vets/DisabilitiesBenefits:
Competitive Salary
401(k) plan with up to 6% company match (no waiting period with immediate vesting)
Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability Insurance
Supplemental Accident, Critical Care, and Hospital Insurance available along with an HDHP and HSA with seed money
Flexible Spending Accounts
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays
Paid Time-Off (PTO)
Employee Assistance Plan
Education Assistance Program
Employee Recognition Programs
Site specific Production and Incentive Plans
Site specific Step and Skill Level Wage Adjustment Plans
Site Specific Relocation and Sign-on Bonus Programs
Benefits eligibility varies by job position, full-time/part-time and regular/temporary status. The provisions of the plan documents control such benefits.Job Category:Administrative / Support / CommunicationsWork Location Options:Sherman, TX, Decoursey, KY, or Cleveland, OHState::Texas