The Sourcing Specialist will provide subject matter experience in the efficient movement and transportation of materials and products across a range of transport modes. In this role, you will manage key internal and external stakeholder relationships and rely on current, up-to-date knowledge of industry market practices and trends to find the most practical and cost-effective solutions for a range of freight sourcing activities. Key Accountabilities
Develop and lead projects which result in cost reduction or avoidance to drive business value.
Conduct Requests for pricing activities and deliver rate estimates to key stakeholders for decision-making purposes.
Apply a general understanding of transportation and logistics practices and procedures to assist in negotiating freight prices and contract terms for customers.
Analyze moderately complex transportation operations practices to resolve process and cost improvement opportunities.
Foster key stakeholder relationships internally and externally for all freight-sourcing activities.
Provide industry market updates related to the transportation-related activities of the business to inform strategic decisions.
Independently solve moderately complex issues with minimal supervision, while escalating more complex issues to appropriate staff.
Other duties as assigned.
Position Information
The position is based in Wayzata, MN
Relocation assistance is not provided for this role Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience
Minimum of two years of related work experience
Preferred Qualifications
Microsoft Office – Excel experience.
SAP experience.
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Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vet.
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