Job Requisition ID: 64088
Department: Manuf. & Operations (DEPT_MFGOP)
At Dover Fueling Solutions (DFS), we are taking fueling and convenience retail to the next level. We are passionate about cultivating excellence in everything we do, but what really fuels us is our people. They’re the heart of our company. As an employee, our promise to you is that you’ll work on new and innovative products and solutions, be mentored by managers and teammates who are collaborative, caring, and act with integrity, and have the opportunity to grow in ways that are meaningful to you. Unique and interesting projects – both locally and globally – will challenge you and allow you to pursue different and rewarding career paths.
We are #EnergizedByGrowth.
DFS is part of a legacy of leadership that spans back generations, made up of some of the most trusted, leading-edge brands in the industry. As part of Dover Corporation and with our talented, innovative, outstanding people, we are doing great things and redefining what is possible in fueling and convenience retail. Providing advanced fuel-dispensing equipment, including clean energy solutions, systems and payment, automatic tank gauging and wet stock-management solutions, DFS comprises the product brands of Wayne Fueling Systems, OPW Fuel Management Systems, ClearView, Tokheim, ProGauge, Fairbanks, LIQAL, AvaLAN, and Bulloch Technologies. Headquartered in Austin, TX, DFS has a significant technology development and manufacturing presence worldwide, including facilities in Brazil, China, India, Italy, Poland, the Netherlands, the United Kingdom and the United States.
Position Summary:
The Sourcing Specialist is accountable for managing supplier relationships, cost reduction and supply strategy to ensure effective sourcing of their commodity portfolio. The Sourcing Specialist is expected to act as a primary escalation point for their assigned supplier portfolio to resolve operational issues for the sites they support, or as directed by their line manager. This varied and hands-on role requires energy, flexibility and an entrepreneurial approach to delivering a world-class supply chain to support DFS operations.
This position reports to an assigned Commodity Manager and will support a specified commodity scope accordingly. The position is located in Dundee, UK and the successful candidate must be willing to work on site 3 days per week (minimum).
Key Responsibilities:
* Exemplify Dover Zero Harm Rules in support of a safe working environment
* Identifying suitable sources of supply for new and existing components within portfolio through RFQ or tender.
* Execute management for assigned commodities aligned to commodity strategy, business revenue objectives and supply chain requirements.
* Negotiating and managing value-add supply contracts within commodity portfolio.
* Identifying and mitigating supply chain risks and opportunities through regular analysis of supplier performance – engaging proactively with supplier to improve performance based on KPI’s.
* Escalation point for remediation of major supply chain issues impacting business operations inside commodity portfolio.
* Continuous improvement based on A3 problem solving and analysis of data.
Candidate Profile:
* Detail and Process orientation - achieves high quality productivity standards by adhering to standard work.
* Familiar with technical product specifications and the ability to identify sources of supply capable of providing them.
* Ability to use data to support excellent decision making through analysis.
* Self-directed time management skills with the ability to prioritise.
* Demonstrates full accountability and ownership for all aspects of assigned areas of responsibility.
* Persistence and curiosity in problem solving.
* Comfortable in presenting information in a variety of formats to business stakeholders – leading and influencing in the course of delivering projects.
* Excellent communication skills and strong English language skills are essential.
* Evidence of success in a similar role eg. strategic sourcing specialist / buyer / procurement assistant or similar position.
* Occasional travel may be required to supply partners or Dover locations.
Candidate Experience and Qualifications:
* Familiar with supply contracting principals and tendering processes.
* Familiarity with Oracle ERP systems an advantage.
* Degree qualified (or equivalent) or able to demonstrate suitable relevant experience.
* Level 4 or 5 or CIPS qualification an advantage.
Work Arrangement : Onsite
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.
This position may be located in: EMEA : United Kingdom : Dundee : Dundee
Job Function : Supply Chain & Procurement #LI-HW2