Dir, Strategic Sourcing

Overview:

Stewart & Stevenson is Now Hiring a Director of Stratigeic Sourcing at 10750 Telge Road Houston, TX 77095.

The Director of Strategic Sourcing (DSS) will be responsible for Procurement, Purchasing, Supply Chain Finance and Project Management. This role involves implementing processes, conducting audits, and collaborating with suppliers to maximize the purchasing power for Manufacturing. This role will work closely with the production, engineering, research and development, and procurement teams to ensure seamless integration of supplier into the overall manufacturing process. Evaluating and developing procurement strategies to maximize efficiency and minimize cost and negotiating supplier contracts.

Responsibilities:

+ Assess, support, and process supplier approvals and re-approvals. + Conduct comprehensive reviews of potential suppliers to ensure they meet required standards before approval. + Function as a key member of the product development team, representing the Supplier Quality function. + Support design control aspects of product quality, program management, and quality planning from product design through manufacturing. + Provide input on appropriate statistical methods, test methodologies, and equipment. + Coordinate testing and manage resulting documentation, including process validation and equipment qualification. + Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in supplier quality processes. + Collaborate with suppliers to implement corrective actions and preventive measures.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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