POSITION SUMMARY:
The Insourcing Specialist Buyer is responsible for identifying, negotiating, and managing external suppliers to fulfill the organization's insource material needs. This includes sourcing services or products from internal & third-party providers, managing contracts, ensuring cost-effectiveness, and maintaining high standards of quality. The role requires strong communication skills, negotiation expertise, and a deep understanding of insourcing processes.
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EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or a related field.
- Minimum Experience Required: 5 - 8 years.
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: (Preferred qualifications, certifications, and/or licenses)
- Computer Skills: Microsoft Office Applications etc..
- Strong interpersonal and communication.
- Preferred knowledge in SAP systems is a plus
- Strong data entry skills
- Working knowledge of basic accounting principles is a plus.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Identify potential suppliers and vendors insourcing opportunities.
- Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms of service with external providers.
- Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with suppliers.
- Evaluate the performance of current vendors to ensure that contractual obligations are met.
- Monitor vendor performance based on quality, timeliness, and cost
- Provide guidance and recommendations to internal stakeholders regarding the sourcing of goods and services.
- Provide regular reports to senior management regarding outsourcing activities, savings, vendor performance, and market trends.
- Maintain accurate records of all supplier agreements, purchases, and transactions.
- Ensure alignment between outsourcing strategies and the organization's overall goals.
- Collaborate with internal departments such as finance, legal, and operations to align outsourcing strategies with company needs.
- Continuously assessing vendor performance through regular reviews and feedback mechanisms.
- Address performance issues and collaborate with suppliers on corrective actions.
- Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms of service with external providers.
- Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with suppliers.
- Evaluate the performance of current vendors to ensure that contractual obligations are met.
- Monitor vendor performance based on quality, timeliness, and cost.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:
- Strong negotiation and communication skills.
- Analytical mindset with the ability to assess market trends and supplier capabilities.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and procurement software/tools.
- Strong project management skills with attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
GENERAL EXPECTATIONS:
- Demonstrate effective communication (verbal, written) skills.
- Work closely with key personnel in areas impacting materials management.
- Maintain material levels needed to support plant operations.
- Conform to all aspects of OFS' "Standards of Conduct" Policy
- Conformance to all aspects of the OFS Standards of Conduct
- Consistent demonstration of the Lightera Values.
- Adherence to Company safety policies and procedures.