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Sourcing Specialist - NPDKalamazoo, MI
Sourcing Specialist - NPDKalamazoo, MILandscape Forms • Portage, MI, US
Sourcing Specialist - NPDKalamazoo, MI

Sourcing Specialist - NPDKalamazoo, MI

Landscape Forms • Portage, MI, US
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Sourcing Specialist - NPD

We are currently seeking a Supply Chain Sourcing Specialist to join our team onsite in Kalamazoo, MI. In this role, you'll support our New Product Development (NPD) process from a supply chain perspective, ensuring that cost, quality, and delivery goals are met early and sustained through launch. You'll own key commodities and suppliers, with a strong focus on early engagement, strategic sourcing, and cross-functional alignment.

  • This is a hybrid position requiring you to be on-site four days per week and following our Flexible Work Guidelines

Benefits : Landscape Forms takes pride in offering a competitive benefits package including, but not limited to, insurance benefits (available your first day), 401(k), family and parenting leaves, tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, quarterly bonuses, and paid time off.

How You Contribute :

  • Partner with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Product Management to identify and source suppliers that align with project requirements.
  • Act as the supply chain lead on NPD teams, providing input on manufacturability, cost drivers, lead times, and risk.
  • Recommend supply strategies for new and custom productsbalancing innovation with operational readiness.
  • Plan and purchase materials needed for pilot builds and product launches, including long-term agreements when appropriate.
  • Interpret supplier cost breakdowns and influence design and sourcing decisions through data-driven analysis.
  • Participate in early supplier engagement and negotiations for NPD programs.
  • Identify and mitigate risks to timeline, budget, or quality related to supply chain execution in NPD.
  • Monitor supplier performance and collaborate on improvement efforts related to quality, cost, and delivery.
  • Manage NPD-related supply chain projects through all phases : concept, definition, planning, execution, and validation.
  • Criteria for Success

  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or equivalent skill level
  • Knowledge of the use of lean manufacturing and project management tools.
  • Must possess the ability to read and interpret blueprints.
  • Must be familiar with the use of common quality system processes such as sample submission, capability studies, etc.
  • Basic understanding of manufacturing processes used for metal fabrication, concrete, wood, and plastics is preferred.
  • Must be able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in common units of measure and have a working knowledge of data collection, data analysis, and evaluation.
  • Must have a history of achievement with an emphasis on customer service and problem-solving.
  • Experience with supplier selection and contract negotiation, especially related to new product launches.
  • Comfortable using ERP and project management tools to support sourcing timelines.
  • Strong communicator who can navigate ambiguity and influence cross-functional teams.
  • Mostly office but may be required to work in noisy or hot environment and around moving machinery. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
  • Who We Are :

    Landscape Forms is a modern craft manufacturer, blending expert craftsmanship with innovative technology to shape the outdoors. For over 55 years, we've crafted inspiring solutions to artfully connect people to the outdoors and to one another. Our work is driven by a deep commitment to design, culture, and craftand by the belief that outdoor environments should be as inspiring and inclusive as the people who use them.

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