Fictiv
AssociateSourcingSpecialist–SupplierResearch
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“Associate Sourcing Specialist– Supplier Research at Fictiv. Skills: Supplier identification, Supplier management. Research potential manufacturing partners. Identify potential manufacturing partners”
Industry & Context.
Data-driven decisions
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
1-3 Years experience in sourcing & supply chain, English verbal, reading/writing skills, Proficiency in Microsoft Excel/Google Sheets
Nice to Have
CET6 or equivalent preferred
What You'll Do.
Research potential manufacturing partners
Identify potential manufacturing partners
Document potential manufacturing partners
Improve cost efficiency
Ensure reliable supply chain
Research and identify potential new suppliers
Collect company profile from suppliers
Collect equipment list from suppliers
Collect RFI from suppliers
Collect RFQ from suppliers
Prepare pre-assessment summary report
Attend industry exhibitions
Gather supplier insights
Conduct market analysis
Stay informed about industry trends
Stay informed about commodity pricing
Stay informed about supply chain risks
Sign MSA with suppliers
Sign NDA with suppliers
Sign TOS with suppliers
Complete supplier onboarding processes
Maintain accurate supplier records
Maintain up-to-date supplier records
Update contact information
Update pricing agreements
Update performance documentation
Issue Purchase Orders
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Works well with sourcing team
Full Job Description
About MISUMI Americas MISUMI Americas, a division of MISUMI Group, is a leading provider of standard, configurable, and custom manufacturing solutions. By integrating a vast catalog of components with a world-class digital manufacturing platform, MISUMI Americas empowers engineers and procurement teams to accelerate innovation across the entire product lifecycle. With operations in the San Francisco Bay Area and Chicago, the company serves as a vital partner for the most innovative companies in the Americas. Impact In This Role You will research, identify, and document potential manufacturing partners (CNC machining, die casting, forging, etc.) to help Fictiv’s sourcing team make data-driven decisions. Your work will directly contribute to expanding our supplier pool, improving cost efficiency, and ensuring a reliable supply chain for our customers. You will report to the Strategic Sourcing Manager. What You’ll Be Doing Supplier Identification: Assist in researching and identifying potential new suppliers/vendors across various categories. Collect company profile, equipment list, RFI(Request for Information), RFQ(Request for Quote) from potential suppliers. Prepare pre-assessment summary report. Attend industry exhibitions (as needed) to gather supplier insights and market trends. Conduct market analysis to stay informed about industry trends, commodity pricing, and potential supply chain risks. Supplier Management: 1- Responsible for signing MSA, NDA, TOS with suppliers. 2- Complete supplier onboarding processes. 3- Maintain accurate and up-to-date supplier records in the procurement system, including contact information, pricing agreements, and performance documentation. 4- Purchase Order (PO) management: issuing PO and tracking order status to ensure timely delivery. Desired Traits Bachelor’s degree (Supply Chain, International Trade, Economics, ect.). 1-3 Years experience in sourcing & supply chain. Strong English verbal, reading/writing skills (CET6 or equivale
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