Sourcing Specialist at Sigma Design – Camas, Washington

Sourcing Specialist

Sigma Design is a product development, engineering, and manufacturing firm. Based out of the Pacific Northwest, we offer innovative concept through production services to diverse clients around the globe. Sigma Design believes in hiring, developing, and recognizing the best. We offer competitive compensation, a 401(k) with up to 4% company match, quarterly bonus program, 15-days of accrued PTO and 9 company paid holidays. In addition, Sigma Design has multiple options for medical insurance and dental insurance. We also offer voluntary benefits: vision, long-term disability, and life insurance.

Position Details:

• The hiring range for this role is typically between $32.50 and $40.00, with the full range extending to $47.50, based on experience, internal equity, and career progression
• This position will be In-Office

Primary Function:
The Sourcing Specialist will play a critical role in Sigma Design’s operations department by ensuring the best possible selection of vendors for Commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) items.
Essential Job Functions - Responsibilities:

• Source, negotiate, and establish relationships with suppliers to secure the timely delivery of high-quality materials and components.
• Support and improve the vendor selection process in the best interest of Sigma Design.
• Identify areas to increase the Sigma Design purchasing power.
• Support other departments by completing accurate and timely requests for quotes.
• Analyzing and communicating applicable market trends to management and other stakeholders.
• As needed, assist with issuing purchase orders and agreements that accurately reflect price, schedule, terms & conditions negotiated with suppliers and/or Sigma Design. .
• Ability to navigate and adapt to dynamic environments, including learning and applying processes unique to Sigma Design that support operational excellence.
• Work to identify cost-saving opportunities through negotiation, supplier selection, and process improvements.
• Liaison with upstream and downstream departments, specifically Business Development and Engineering.
• Coordinate with other departments to properly document and communicate product and process change requests.
• Assist department managers in developing and implementing continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform other administrative & purchasing duties for supply chain department as needed.
• Follow Business Technology policies to protect sensitive data and reduce information security occurrences.
• Follow Business Technology policies to protect sensitive data and reduce information security occurrences.

Education and Experience: (Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities)

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience preferred
• Demonstrated experience working with engineering teams or sourcing technical/engineered components preferred.
• NetSuite experience preferred.
• APIC’s Certifications preferred.
• Understanding of manufacturing Bills of Materials, part numbers, and revision levels.
• Self-motivated individual able to effectively balance a large workload with constantly shifting priorities.
• Ability to speak, listen and write in a clear, thorough and timely manner using appropriate and effective communication tools and techniques.
• Work cooperatively and effectively with others to set goals, resolve problems, and make decisions that enhance organizational effectiveness.
• Demonstrate responsiveness, tact, diplomacy, good judgment, and confidentiality in communications with all levels of personnel, clients, and outside vendors.
• Strong written and verbal English language communication skills
• Excellent teamwork/interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively, both within and outside one's own work group
• Demonstrate commitment and adherence to Sigma Design Core Values
• Pass a post-offer background verification

Work Environment
Standard office environment with normal office related conditions. Occasionally may be required to travel as required to other facilities, clients, or suppliers.

SigmaDesign is an Equal Opportunity Employer