Sourcing Specialist

Do you want to grow with us? At DXP we are passionate about what we do and driven to be the best solution for our industrial customers. Since 1908 DXP has been dedicated to the highest quality of customer service through our expertise of the products we distribute and the technical services we perform with a sense of individual pride and company spirit. Throughout your career with DXP, we will encourage and empower you to take an active role in identifying and driving your development, so you feel total confidence in your ability to achieve ongoing success. We aspire to be the best solution for the Industrial customers' needs for MROP products and services through our Innovative Pumping Solutions, Metal Working, Supply Chain Services and Service Centers.

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Works under the Director of Strategic Sourcing in support of company goals, contracts and strategies. Able to drive spend to our Tier 1 supplier base, perform analyses as needed ensuring "Best in Class" results. Ensures all aspects of Supply Chain Services sourcing efforts are accomplished in a timely, accurate, efficient manner for all DXP engagements and market baskets. Map all Stock Keeping Units (SKU's) with a high level of accuracy to approved suppliers ensuring cost competitive edge on existing customer costing to achieve contractual deliverables and capitalizing on margins for DXP.

Responsibilities of the Sourcing Specialist include, but are not limited to:

* Conduct accurate data analysis on all initial datasets prior to implementations or other company engagements

* Perform analysis on spend buckets to accurately determine Tier 1 spend

* Notify Director of Strategic Sourcing and Manager of Strategic Sourcing of any potential shortfalls when working through datasets pertinent to vendor relations

* Maintain a high level of accuracy and timeliness on all requests for sourcing efforts

* Work Market Baskets and RFQ's as instructed by Business Development

* Provide feedback on performance levels and notify the Director of Strategic Sourcing if needed to pursue new suppliers as needed for specialty products

* Manage and make recommendation on substitutions for presentation during implementations to assist in achieving cost savings commitments

* Accurate and timely communication at all levels: Program Managers, General Managers, VP of Business Development and VP of Operations

* Perform other tasks as directed by the Director of Strategic Sourcing and Manager of Strategic Sourcing to ensure DXP SCS meets and exceeds customer service needs, internal and external

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Qualifications of the Sourcing Specialist include, but are not limited to:

* Expertise in specific product category for which being hired

* Computer skills

* Basic computer and keyboarding knowledge including: Microsoft Excel intermediate skills. Microsoft PowerPoint basic skills. Microsoft Outlook

* Good written and verbal communication skills

* Self-Starter

* Ability to organize and manage their work

Physical Demand: N/A

Working Conditions: Office

Training/Certifications: N/A

Shift Time/Overtime: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm (Flexible)

Travel: Minimal

Education: High School - Bachelor Degree Preferred

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DXP is always looking for individuals who want to join a team of employees who have the desire to achieve remarkable accomplishments together. The culture of the organization is supportive and goal oriented with high expectations, yet it is an environment where the team spirit inspires everyone to do their best. All DXP employees play a vital part in the organization and are treated with respect. By applying to DXP, you will have the opportunity to speak with some of the most respected professionals in the industry.

DXP offers a comprehensive benefits package including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending, 401(k), paid holidays, Life and Disability Insurance, and additional supplemental products. EOE/M/F/D/V