PRINT EXPERIENCE MANDATORY /HYBRID OPPORTUNITY

The Sourcing Analyst is responsible for managing sourcing events across various print categories with our supply partners, while introducing new supplier options to maintain excellence in sourcing outcomes. The Sourcing Analyst is also responsible for understanding the requirements of each sourcing initiative, managing corresponding supplier relationships, and ensuring that results are implemented and sustained.

This role will utilize the individual's extensive background in print sourcing, analysis, and estimating to effectively source all components of each project, achieving the best value and quality possible. This position will be the catalyst for our team, providing the very best Client experience possible.

• Procuring printed materials and services efficiently and cost-effectively

• Negotiating with vendors, managing budgets, and ensuring quality control throughout the print production process

• Identifying and selecting reliable suppliers, managing print and packaging specifications, understanding production requirements, and timelines

• Ensuring all printed materials meet the required standards and client specifications; implementing quality control procedures; and troubleshooting any issues or discrepancies that arise during the production process

• Working closely with internal teams (sales, account managers, etc.) to understand their print needs and requirements; communicating effectively with vendors and internal stakeholders; and participating in project meetings

• Generate client proposals

• Interact with the supplier, including participation in QBR meetings with key supply partners

• Enter all information into the Windows-based computer system on a network using Microsoft Office components, as well as custom databases

• Utilize printing experience and knowledge to analyze any specifications related to the job, disseminating the information for both internal and external use

• Daily communication will be conducted both in writing and orally, both internally and externally

• Utilize the background to ensure proper project placement

• Essential to have the ability to negotiate with suppliers domestically and internationally

• Monitor productivity standards and KPI while assisting employees with compliance

• Must be able to come to the Miami Springs, FL office several times a year for meetings

• 5+ years of experience as a print sourcing and estimating professional in a commercial environment

• Must be able to apply past experiences to daily challenges with a sense of urgency

• Required to have a "making it happen" and "owning the job" attitude

• Web, sheet-fed, digital, and Flexo printing experience in the manufacturing process

• Knowledge of estimating and sourcing

• Knowledge of Direct mail, USPS, and co-production knowledge

• Interact with suppliers; Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills

• Essential to have excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Must be a problem solver and handle challenges creatively

• Experienced in an MS Office/Windows-based computing environment on a network

• Required to have an advanced Excel skill level, able to create computer-based spreadsheets, analysis, and reporting

• Experience with NetSuite is a plus

• Must effectively manage business common sense and be able to handle daily challenges, both internally and with customers

• Must be able to prioritize work to meet scheduled deadlines while handling multiple tasks

• Work on special projects as needed

Collectively, we are a team of logistics professionals with over 75 years of experience across a wide variety of transportation services. Regardless of the commodity, TL, LTL, White Glove, Intermodal, Domestic, or International Air or Ocean, we have the experience, knowledge, and carrier partners to get it done!

Industry: Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain, and Storage

Company Size: 60 plus and growing

www.calevsystems.com

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Cell phone reimbursement
• Dental Insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Paid Holidays and Competitive Vacation Policy