New Product Sourcing Specialist

Advanced Sourcing Engineer – Towson, MD United States Hybrid,

Hybrid will be on-site 3 Days in Towson, MD and two days remote

Come build something that matters. 

It takes great people to achieve greatness. People with a sense of purpose and integrity. People with a relentless pursuit of excellence. People who care about making things better For Those Who Make The World™. Sound like you? Join our top-notch team of more than 50,000 diverse and high-performing professionals globally who are making their mark on some of the world’s most beloved brands, including DEWALT®, BLACK+DECKER®, CRAFTSMAN®, STANLEY®, CUB CADET®, and HUSTLER®.

The Job:  

As a Job Title Here, you’ll be part of our team working as a hybrid employee.  Responsible for providing sourcing leadership for New Product Development in a cross functional team environment, which would include Supply Selection, Cost & Capital Management, Risk Assessment & Mitigation, Supplier Management throughout the Product Development and On-Going Process Improvements to speed Product Development.  You’ll get to:   

• Provide overall sourcing leadership working in a cross functional team environment with Engineering, Advanced Manufacturing, Marketing, Supply Chain, Commodity Managers and Global Suppliers to launch New Products that will be designed in-house and manufactured in one of our many global manufacturing plants.

• Drive Supply Base Selection by ensuring consensus with Engineering, Manufacturing & Commodity Managers to meet the business needs.

• Validate capacity & align critical component supply with program ramp schedules. Coordinate design reviews and lead communications with Engineering and Suppliers to assure that components meet design for manufacturability.

• Conduct RFQ’s for early electrical component designs. Perform Make vs Buy analysis as needed and use Total Cost Ownership principles. Negotiate Component Cost, Tooling Costs, Minimum Order Quantity, Lead Times and Delivery Schedules with Suppliers. Coordinate Purchase Order placement for tooling and components for sample builds and assist in tracking of tooling and components into the plant. Work with Manufacturing and Plant Sourcing to set up components in SAP (ERP system) Responsible for Material Cost tracking and reporting throughout the Program.

The Person:  

You love to learn and grow and be acknowledged for your valuable contributions. You’re not intimidated by innovation. Wouldn’t it be great if you could do your job and do a world of good? In fact, you embrace it. You also have: 

• Bachelor’s Degree, preferably engineering, supply chain, similar.

• 1+ year of experience.

• Knowledge of procurement, manufacturing, product development, supplier sourcing strategies, supplier integration, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Ability to manage multiple projects across diverse commodities, suppliers, and business functions.

• Understand Engineering component specifications and how they translate into supplier capability requirements.

• Excellent project management and organizational skills with attention to detail.

The Details: 

You’ll receive a competitive salary and a great benefits plan, including:

• Medical, dental, life, vision, wellness program, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement.

• Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs.

And More:

We want our company to be a place you’ll want to be – and stay. Being part of our team means you’ll get to: 

• Grow: Be part of our global company with 20+ brands to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths. 

• Learn: Have access to a wealth of learning resources, including our Lean Academy, Coursera®, and online university. 

• Belong: Experience an awesome place to work where we have mutual respect and a great appreciation for diversity, equity, and inclusion.

• Give Back: Help us continue to make positive changes locally and globally through volunteerism, giving back, and sustainable business practices. 

What’s more, you’ll get that pride that comes from empowering makers, doers, protectors, and everyday heroes all over the world. We’re more than the #1 tools company. More than a driving force in outdoor power equipment. More than a global leader in industrial. We’re visionaries and innovators. As successful as we’ve been in the past, we  have so much further to go. That’s where you come in. Join us!

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