Sourcing Specialist (Entry Level)

For nearly 70 years, MasterBrand has been shaping the places where people come together, enriching lives and creating meaningful memories for our customers. That, combined with our stylish products, expansive dealer and retail network, and dedicated associates, has helped make us the number one North American residential cabinet business. Our unique culture of continuous improvement is based on trusting the tools, empowering the team and moving forward, and is kept alive by our more than 14,000 associates across 20 plus manufacturing facility and offices. Visit www.masterbrand.com to learn more and join us in building great experiences together!

This entry-level Sourcing Buyer / Analyst role will manage various aspects of the MasterBrand Cabinets, LLC spend including both supply chain and corporate and professional service through problem-solving and support of assigned sourcing categories which includes new product/service introduction, pricing, quality, service & delivery. We are looking for an individual who wants to learn quickly to help run the business and ultimately, change the business with creative thinking and problem-solving. We want you to bring new ideas to the table to drive change and create value as we continue our path in next-generation sourcing initiatives. 

This position can work remotely within Eastern or Central time zones. 

Key Accountabilities

• Develop ongoing commodity requests for quotations, analyze supplier response and provide recommendations
• Facilitate timely pricing maintenance, accuracy and system updates 
• Facilitate new product introduction strategies to include identifying specifications, obtaining quotes, filling out and processing material worksheets, and support/developing of innovative solutions
• Monitor, report, and take action on supplier performance metrics to include compliance, quality, delivery, and total cost in support of MLLC objectives
• Develop relationships with key stakeholders by providing timely and accurate information in support of business needs
• Develop a thorough understanding of full commodity value stream using data and analysis to drive insights
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement of the total cost
• Ability to effectively prioritize and problem solve various supply issues

Key Competencies

• Customer focus; builds strong customer relationships and delivers customer-centric solutions
• Manages Complexity; analyze situations using data from multiple sources to uncover root causes
• Balances Stakeholders; understand expectations of internal & external resources and conflicting demands of stakeholders
• Action-Oriented; readily takes action identifying and seizing new opportunities with a can-do attitude
• Drives result; consistently achieve results, even under tough circumstances, technically savvy and eagerness to learn systems
• Communicate effectively; develop and deliver multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences
• Instills trust; gains the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity and authenticity
• Resilient; rebound from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult circumstances
  • Willingness to travel for business purposes

• Bachelor’s Degree with an emphasis in Supply Chain, Business or equivalent experience required
• Demonstrated leadership experience
• Proficient Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Access, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Oracle experience and understanding preferred

Equal Employment Opportunity

MasterBrand Cabinets LLC is an equal opportunity employer. MasterBrand Cabinets LLC’s policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability/handicap status, marital status, military status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. MasterBrand Cabinets LLC also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasterBrand Cabinets LLC’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Reasonable Accommodations

MasterBrand Cabinets LLC is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment, please contact us at [email protected].

*Actual pay will vary based on qualifications and other factors