Sourcing Specialist

Sourcing and negotiating contracts with suppliers, including costs and terms of supply, service, lead time and quality, docs (EUTR/FSC) related industry wood.
Analyzing and calculating procurement costs and developing cost reduction strategies.
Conducting market research, as well as creating cost estimates and forecasts.
Maintaining strategic sourcing relationships and developing strong partnerships.
Regularly update the market trends / prices / competition / legislation.
Select priority suppliers and component qualification processes with the Technical team as appropriate.
Ensure compliance to company guidelines, Purchasing policies, company code of ethics and procedures guidance during supplier negotiation and contract award process.
Contact suppliers to resolve quality, price, delivery or invoice issues.
Follow all necessary testing for material/products to make sure requirements.
Support and proactively look for improvements to the sourcing process.
Other duties may be assigned.