Description
Arctic Cat is the most iconic name in powersports. We build our Snowmobile, ATV and SXS products in the USA and sell them through dealers worldwide. At Arctic Cat, we live for the unforgettable and strive for the impossible. Because when our passion for building precision-engineered machines meets a rider's passion for exploring the outdoors, there’s nothing beyond reach.
As we grow our Supply Chain team, we have openings for 2 Sourcing Specialists. The Sourcing Specialist is an onsite position based in Thief River Falls, MN. As a Sourcing Specialist, your responsibilities will include:
- Source materials for new product launches and product model changes. Lead efforts to identify and implement supplier cost reductions.
- Coordinate request for quote packages with supply base to ensure premium pricing for sourced materials.
- Perform make vs. buy analysis to determine optimal chain of supply for materials and suppliers.
- Assist in the selection and management of new and current suppliers.
- Support materials and quality teams to identify supplier delivery and quality issues.
- Support the supplier transition process by allocating work from an external supplier to in house production or vice versa.
- Collaborate with the finance and accounting departments to ensure suppliers are paid on time.
- Manage materials projects by using problem solving techniques, data from factory information systems, and lean manufacturing concepts.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field required OR years of experience may be considered in place of degree.
- 2 - 5+ years of experience with a degree OR 5+ years of relevant experience without a degree
- Microsoft Office Suite, ERP system experience required; SAP and Teamscenter experience preferred
- Supply Chain Certification through APICS or ISM preferred
- Ability to understand and interpret technical illustrations in a mathematical diagram and apply mathematical concepts and operations preferred
Skills Required
- Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field OR equivalent experience
- 2 - 5+ years of experience with a degree OR 5+ years of relevant experience without a degree
- Microsoft Office Suite
- ERP system experience
- SAP experience
- Teamscenter experience
- Supply Chain Certification through APICS or ISM
- Ability to understand and interpret technical illustrations and apply mathematical concepts
What We Do
Arctic Cat is a prominent manufacturer of powersports equipment, including snowmobiles, all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), and side-by-sides. Founded in 1960 and based in Thief River Falls, Minnesota, the company focuses on engineering high-performance outdoor recreational products. Recently acquired by a new leadership group, Arctic Cat continues to innovate in the powersports industry, maintaining a commitment to quality, manufacturing excellence, and providing enthusiasts with cutting-edge technology for exploring the outdoors.
