Innova Solutions is immediately hiring for a Sourcing Specialist. Title: Sourcing Specialist FLSA: Exempt Reports To: Dir. Of Global Sourcing Position Summary:
The Sourcing Specialist is responsible for the sourcing and development of stock and custom products related to the cosmetic/beauty industry. The candidate must be a self-starter with the ability to multi-task and have excellent organizational and communication skills. This person must thrive in a fast-paced environment, be resourceful and solution-oriented. Creativity and thinking "outside of the box" are highly desired and encouraged. This position has high growth potential. Full-time position located in Ronkonkoma, NY. Flexible work can be considered. Responsibilities:
Manage catalog and custom sourcing projects for all beauty-related products
Research new product ideas, acquire samples and establish product specs, recommend selling prices, select and negotiate with suppliers, and obtain approval from the Product Development Review Council
Work with suppliers to develop product specs to meet customers' needs
Conduct routine product reviews and product training sessions
Prepare cost analyses for new products
Present new ideas/opportunities to management
Maintain product prices and implement the price change in the system for products under management
Create, approve and maintain product information including specification data in the system (SharePoint, CRM, Great Plains)
Search, assess and qualify, and onboard a new supplier with the established process
Collect and review product checklists, SDS (Safety Data Sheets) and drawings from vendors for accuracy
Assist Director of Global Sourcing with major bids and projects
Assist Director of Global Sourcing with execution of the sourcing strategy and new vendor development plan
Responsible for the new product development plan in the product categories assigned
Complete the customer project and price quote in a timely manner
Manage the product portfolio and make recommendations to management based on item performance
Review prototypes and production samples for compliance of specifications
Interface with Marketing, Purchasing, Finance, Logistics and Warehouse on initial product part purchase order requirements
Answer product-related questions for various departments as needed
Manage the performance of assigned suppliers
Prepare quarterly sales report and analysis for review with management
Create and maintain SOPs that are important for the function of the department
Previous project management and/or sourcing experience is a plus
Cosmetic/beauty industry knowledge preferred
Cosmetic packaging experience is a plus
3 - 4 years of work experience in a related field
Skillsets:
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with internal teams and vendors
Acumen of industrial trends and changes for new product creation
Excellent cost analysis skills
Strong project and time management skills
Strong organizational and analytical skills
Detail-oriented
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Superior negotiation skills
Sense of commodity and currency impacts on the product to manage supplier costs
Strong computer skills (Word, Excel, PPT)
PAY RANGE AND BENEFITS:
Pay Range*: $75-85k/yr *Pay range offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors, including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc.
Benefits: Innova Solutions offers benefits( based on eligibility) that include the following: Medical & pharmacy coverage, Dental/vision insurance, 401(k), Health saving account (HSA) and Flexible spending account (FSA), Life Insurance, Pet Insurance, Short term and Long term Disability, Accident & Critical illness coverage, Pre-paid legal & ID theft protection, Sick time, and other types of paid leaves (as required by law), Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
ABOUT INNOVA SOLUTIONS:Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Innova Solutions employs approximately 50,000 professionals worldwide and reports an annual revenue approaching $3 Billion. Through our global delivery centers across North America, Asia, and Europe, we deliver strategic technology and business transformation solutions to our clients, enabling them to operate as leaders within their fields.
Website: https://www.innovasolutions.com/
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