Sourcing Specialist

Job summary

The Sourcing Specialist is responsible for managing the supplier onboarding process, negotiating commercial terms, and conducting cost analyses to optimize the supply base. They support new product development by managing tooling, PPAP submissions, and identifying cost-reduction opportunities.

Job details

Dometic is a global market leader in the mobile living industry. Millions of people around the world use Dometic products in outdoor, residential, and professional applications. Our Marine organization is a trusted provider of innovative solutions for the worldwide boating and boat building industry, and we recently expanded our scope to lead the boating industry into an electrified future. Dometic has won numerous NMMA Innovation Awards over the years and we are always striving for new ways to make boating easier, safer, and more enjoyable. We are a journey of continuous growth – now looking for our next star – a passionate Sourcing Specialist. This position reports to the Strategic Sourcing Lead and will work in Vancouver, BC. Vancouver: Dometic Marine’s headquarters are in Vancouver, British Columbia in Canada. The facility develops and manufactures hydraulic, electronic, and combustion-based products. About The Position As Sourcing Specialist of the Vancouver team, you will source, negotiate, coordinate and manage all aspects of a supplier onboarding process. You will work with Dometic Marine Strategic Sourcing colleagues to seek out new opportunities to improve costs, source for supplies, and reduce supply base of current parts and materials. Your Main Responsibilities Prepare RFQs and seek quotes from current or new suppliers, negotiate prices, incoterms, delivery, tooling costs, lead-times, payment terms, etc. Analyze and calculate product component costs, negotiate lowest costs with suppliers, and review quotes against similar manufacturing methods, processes, and market trends Negotiate prices and commercial issues/terms regarding cost, delivery, replenishment lead time, shipping, etc. within assigned commodities or projects Monitor raw materials to minimize increases of material costs Support and manage sourcing activities throughout new product development and launch stages Participate in product launch meetings and report on supplier or supply readiness to meet product launch schedule Conduct “make vs. buy” analyses and make recommendations accordingly Issue and manage tooling PO, monitor tooling construction progress, and ensure on-time completion and approval of tools Initiate, track. and manage Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) submission requirements to ensure timely completion Issue and manage pre-production and early production purchase orders as well as monitor delivery and quality Maintain a good working relationship with suppliers and internal departments Ensure compliance to the Dometic and PMAC code of ethics Work closely with project launch teams to support make vs buy decisions for machined components and assemblies Identify and lead cost reduction opportunities within assigned commodities by re-negotiating, resourcing, redesigning, or consolidating supplier base Conduct “spend analysis” to determine top “spend” items, commodities, activities, or suppliers to leverage and promote the most effective use of company funds Facilitate or assist to resolve supplier quality issues Complete other job duties and assignments as required What do we offer? You are offered an interesting role in a dynamic, fast paced and global environment with great opportunities to grow and take on new challenges. The growth at Dometic is continuous – which gives you great possibilities to evolve with the company. Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Disability insurance (STD/LTD) Retirement Programs (RSP and Company Pension Plan) Paid Vacation Statutory Holidays Free on-site parking Paid maternity/paternity leave Tuition and Professional Designation dues assistance Employee discounts on our incredible products Company events Opportunities to make an impact , A suitable background would be a solid experience in engineering environment as well as the following qualifications and experiences: Degree, diploma, or certificate in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Project Management, or a related discipline. Candidates with Mechanical, Manufacturing, Machining, Integrated, or related Engineering backgrounds are strongly preferred due to the technical nature of the products and supplier base. Minimum 1 year of industry or related manufacturing environment experience; candidates with 5+ years experience are preferred. Demonstrated experience in supplier selection and development, contract negotiation, cost reduction initiatives, supplier performance management, risk mitigation, new product introduction (NPI), and cross-functional project leadership within a manufacturing environment is highly preferred SCMP designation is preferred Project Management knowledge and skills are highly desired Intermediate skills in MS Word, PowerPoint, Outlook Ability to form basic formulas and intermediate to advanced skills in MS Excel Good knowledge and or prior sourcing/purchasing history of one or more of the commodities/categories including but not limited to: Experience with sourcing rotating equipment such as impellors, turbomachinery, rotors, motors, bearings, shafts, etc. Mechanical parts including various types of castings, forgings, injection moldings, stampings, formed parts, precision machined parts, etc. Electronics/electrical products such as PCBA’s, wire cable’s, motors, sensor assemblies, controllers, etc. Hardware such as fasteners, fittings, seals, etc. Familiar with MRP systems and able to read and understand multi-layer BOM Good knowledge of supplier quality and understanding of sourcing requirements for mission critical components. To be successful in this role, we believe that you possess the following skills, competencies & characteristics: Entrepreneurial experience/mindset Strong written and verbal communication skills Exemplary standards of ethics, integrity, and accountability High attention to detail and strong organizational skills Strong and effective problem solving, negotiation skills, and decision-making abilities Ability to prioritize and manage a variety of tasks Driven with a sense of urgency and willingness take ownership of projects Professional demeanor whether in person, via email, or on the telephone Ability to work well independently and as part of a team And of course – our Core Values To thrive and succeed in this role, you understand the importance of our core values – Together We build our future, We play to win, We embrace change and We walk the talk; these values reflect the heart and soul of Dometic and they define what it takes to work here and how we do things. Are you our next star? Then we would love to see your application. Dometic is passionate about building together an inclusive and equitable working environment, that respects individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that diversity enables us to thrive across our differences. Be yourself and join us! Dometic is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Dometic evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

What you’ll do

The Sourcing Specialist is responsible for managing the supplier onboarding process, negotiating commercial terms, and conducting cost analyses to optimize the supply base. They support new product development by managing tooling, PPAP submissions, and identifying cost-reduction opportunities.

Requirements

Requires a degree or diploma in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or Project Management, with a strong preference for mechanical or manufacturing engineering backgrounds. Candidates should have at least 1 year of experience, though 5+ years is preferred, along with proficiency in MRP systems and MS Excel.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance • Dental Insurance • Vision Insurance • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Short Term Disability Insurance • Long Term Disability Insurance • Retirement Programs (RSP and Company Pension Plan) • Paid Vacation • Statutory Holidays • Free On-site Parking • Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave • Tuition and Professional Designation Dues Assistance • Employee Discounts

Listed skills

• Microsoft Excel · Preferred
• Project management · Preferred
• Contract Negotiation · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Supplier Onboarding
• Contract Negotiation
• Cost Reduction
• RFQs
• Make vs Buy Analysis
• PPAP
• Spend Analysis
• MRP Systems
• Project Management
• Supplier Performance Management
• Risk Mitigation
• New Product Introduction
• BOM Analysis
• Strategic Sourcing
• Cross-functional Leadership
• Microsoft Excel

Job areas

• Logistics
• Manufacturing
• Engineering
• Management & Leadership