Sourcing Specialist - New Product Development

Troyohiochamber; New Bremen (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision/Prescription Drug Plan

Flexible Benefits Plan

401K Retirement Savings Plan

Life and Disability Benefits

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

Crown Equipment Corporation is seeking a Sourcing Specialist for new product development in New Bremen, Ohio. This role involves supporting sourcing activities, supplier performance tracking, and data analysis to ensure business continuity.

The ideal candidate has 2-4 years of related experience, an associate's degree in Business, Supply Chain or Engineering, and is willing to work onsite. Excellent benefits and compensation package offered.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years related experience in sourcing or procurement.
• Frequent travel (6-20%) and occasional overnight stays.
• Willingness to work onsite in New Bremen, Ohio.

Responsibilities

• Support sourcing activities for assigned categories and assist with supplier communication.
• Maintain accurate supplier and pricing data within procurement systems.
• Assist with supplier performance tracking and issue documentation.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation skills

Teamwork

Education

Associate's degree in Business, Supply Chain or Engineering

Job description

Sourcing Specialist - New Product Development

Crown Equipment Corporation is a leading innovator in world-class forklift and material handling equipment and technology. As one of the world’s largest lift truck manufacturers, we are committed to providing the customer with the safest, most efficient and ergonomic lift truck possible to lower their total cost of ownership.

Job Duties

• Support sourcing activities for assigned categories by assisting with supplier communication, quotations, and data analysis.
• Maintain accurate supplier, pricing, and part data within procurement systems to support business continuity.
• Assist with supplier performance tracking, issue documentation, and reporting under guidance from senior team members.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Operations, and Finance to support part qualification, changes, and basic sourcing initiatives.
• Participate in RFQs, cost comparisons, and savings tracking activities.
• Support supplier onboarding, documentation, and compliance requirements.
• Develop foundational sourcing and negotiation skills through hands-on experience and training.

Minimum Qualifications

• 2-4 years related experience
• Associate's degree (Business, Supply Chain or Engineering)
  • Non-degree considered if 12+ years of related experience along with a high school diploma or GED
• Frequent travel (6-20%) & Occasional overnight stays (0-5%)
• Must be willing to work onsite – New Bremen, Ohio

Preferred Qualifications

• Interpersonal, teamwork and negotiation aptitude skills.
• Manufacturing Engineering or other technical experience.
• CPSM, APICS, CIPS, or comparable training are also preferred.

Work Authorization

Crown will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

No agency calls please.

Compensation and Benefits

Crown offers an excellent wage and benefits package for full-time employees including Health/Dental/Vision/Prescription Drug Plan, Flexible Benefits Plan, 401K Retirement Savings Plan, Life and Disability Benefits, Paid Parental Leave, Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation, Tuition Reimbursement, and much more.