Global Logistics Sourcing Specialist

Job Description

Applied Materials’ Global Logistics & Packaging Supplier Management Team is searching for self -motivating candidates to join our team!

The position will entail the following:

• Under direction from senior commodity business managers, support tactical procurement activities for existing contracts for transportation, warehouse, brokerage, and packaging , including bid analytics, cost analysis, negotiations, market intelligence research, etc.
• Support sourcing events, including the use of an online sourcing platform
• Generate reports from available systems/tools, understand and utilize the data for required analysis
• Conduct analytics of volume and spend for cost-savings/optimization opportunities
• Complete continuous improvement projects
• Documentation sourcing and supplier management processes
• Administration of reports and reporting for scheduled and ad hoc meetings

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree program in Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, Business Management, Operations Management or a related field
• 2-3 years’ experience in logistics, transportation or warehousing preferred

Knowledge, Skills, Attributes

• Quick learner in a variety of systems and processes
• Attention to detail and passion for problem-solving
• Ability to conduct multiple independent activities in a fast-paced environment
• Continuous improvement mindset
• Interest in negotiations, market and industry assessments, and meetings with suppliers
• Six sigma, statistical analysis, advanced data review and cleansing
• Familiar with Microsoft Office (excel, word, power point, etc..), and other analytical/data management tool is a plus
• Passion for growth and comfort with some ambiguity
• Comfortable engaging with a variety of levels from front line warehouse workforce to top-level leaders, and demonstration of intermediate communication skills