Sourcing Engineer

Marshalltow; Fayetteville (AR); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k matching

Dental insurance

Health plans

Vacation eligibility

Job summary

MARSHALLTOWN is seeking a Sourcing Engineer for our Fayetteville, Arkansas facility. You will manage and execute projects within the Supply Chain/Purchasing department, focusing on supplier quality, new supplier development, and ERP/MRP improvements.

The role requires a bachelor's degree (industrial or mechanical engineering preferred) and experience in sourcing materials. Some travel, up to 20%, is expected. Excellent communication skills are essential for cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; industrial or mechanical engineering preferred.
• Experience in sourcing materials, components, and services preferred.
• Experience with steel, aluminum, wood and/or plastics manufacturing processes preferred.
• Strong spreadsheet and database knowledge; ERP/MRP experience a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to interact with suppliers and internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects within the purchasing department including new supplier development, cost reduction, and process improvement.
• Apply statistical knowledge to identify areas for improvement within manufacturing processes in supply chain.
• Evaluate supplier capabilities with respect to our business demands.
• Manage Supplier Quality Issue Tracking system and follow vendor issues from creation to closure.
• Coordinate with product development to ensure supply chain considerations for new products.

Skills

Project management

Verbal communication

Written communication

Problem solving

ERP/MRP awareness

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Industrial or Mechanical Engineering preferred

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Excel

Database knowledge

Job description

MARSHALLTOWN, the leading manufacturer and distributor of construction tools is seeking a Sourcing Engineer for our Fayetteville, Arkansas facility.At MARSHALLTOWN, the Sourcing Engineer is responsible for the management and execution of projects within the Supply Chain/Purchasing department. Improvement projects would focus on the areas of supplier quality, new supplier development and qualification, ERP system improvements, supply/demand modelling, logistics/transportation optimization, and supplier quality improvement.This is not a remote work position. Some domestic and international travel will be required. (Less than 20%)ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:• Lead projects within the purchasing department including new supplier development, cost reduction, and process improvement• Apply statistical knowledge to identify areas for improvement within manufacturing processes in supply chain• New & existing product sourcing• Maintain accurate project schedules and communicate any issues in a timely manner to management.• Cost based comparative analysis (Make vs Buy, Buy vs. Buy analysis)• Evaluate supplier capabilities with respect to our business demands• Perform inventory analysis & ERP process management (Safety Stock levels, Order Frequency, Order Quantity’s, etc.)• Work closely with the product development group to ensure new products are brought to production with adequate supply chain consideration• Manage Supplier Quality Issue Tracking system in MARSHALLTOWN and follow vendor related issues from creation to closure• Identify discrepancies in product specifications and work with vendors to correct any issues• Bachelor's Degree required. Industrial or Mechanical Engineering preferred.• Related sourcing experience acquiring materials, components, and services preferred.• Experience with steel, aluminum, wood and/or plastics manufacturing processes preferred• Demonstrated history of problem solving and project management experience in operations, manufacturing, or supply chain processes• Business system (ERP/MRP) experience a plus• Strong spreadsheet and database knowledge• Strong verbal and written communication skills required• Ability to consult and interact with suppliers and internal teams from product development, manufacturing, marketing, finance, and suppliersMARSHALLTOWN offers comprehensive total rewards packages to include competitive wages, matching 401k retirement plans, Dental, Traditional and High Deductible Health Plans with employer HSA contributions, and vacation eligibility, just to name a few!MARSHALLTOWN is proud to provide equal employment opportunity to individuals regardless of race, ethnicity, color, creed, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, protected disability or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal or local law.