Sourcing & Supply Chain Assistant Job at Forza, Council Bluffs, IA

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  • Forza
  • Council Bluffs, IA

Job Description

About the Role

The Sourcing Specialist is a pivotal, high-impact role responsible for strengthening Forza’s supply chain, driving cost reductions, and accelerating the launch of new products. Working closely with Purchasing, R&D, Operations, and Sales/Business Development, this role ensures we have reliable, cost-effective suppliers and the materials and components needed to support growth.

This is a hands-on, ownership-driven role in a fast-moving manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate is resourceful, persistent, highly analytical, and thrives on building strong supplier partnerships while delivering measurable results.

Key Responsibilities

Supplier & Raw Material Sourcing

  • Research, identify, and source new equipment required to support production and automation initiatives.
  • Ensure secondary suppliers exist for all key raw materials and products to reduce risk and strengthen our supply chain.
  • Source all raw materials required to produce new products developed by R&D.
  • Source products and components needed for new customer projects, as directed by Sales and Product Development.
  • Identify products within the current mix that could be sourced from alternate vendors to improve margins.
  • Network with potential vendors and suppliers to identify new product opportunities for the sales team.

Vendor Management & Qualification

  • Vet, approve, and onboard new vendors according to Forza’s standards for quality, compliance, cost, and reliability.
  • Maintain strong, strategic vendor relationships and negotiate pricing, terms, and lead times.
  • Monitor vendor performance and implement corrective actions or supplier changes when needed.

Cross-Functional Testing & Development

  • Work closely with R&D to test new raw materials and components, ensuring they meet quality, performance, and regulatory requirements.
  • Assist in qualification runs, first production trials, and validation of newly sourced materials/products.

Cost Reduction & Continuous Improvement

  • Identify and execute cost-saving opportunities across raw materials, packaging, freight, and other procurement-related areas.
  • Analyze market trends, pricing movements, and category risks to guide purchasing strategy.
  • Provide cost analysis and sourcing recommendations to leadership and Purchasing.

Documentation & Compliance

  • Ensure all sourced materials and suppliers meet Forza and regulatory requirements.
  • Maintain accurate records for suppliers, pricing, testing results, contracts, and approvals.
  • Support Purchasing with accurate, timely data for ERP updates, purchase orders, and vendor records.

Qualifications

  • Strong negotiation, relationship-building, and analytical skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects with urgency and attention to detail.
  • Comfortable working in a high-accountability, performance-driven environment with cross-functional partners.
  • Self-starter who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced manufacturing company.

Success Looks Like

  • Secondary suppliers established for all critical raw materials within defined timelines.
  • Measurable cost reductions across materials, packaging, and freight.
  • On-time sourcing support for all new product developments and sales-driven projects.
  • Strong supplier relationships and documented vendor performance.
  • Improved margins from alternative sourcing and supply-chain optimization.

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