Tools Design Engineer

The Judge Group
Waterloo, IA

Supply Management Specialist

Location: Waterloo, IA

Duration: 24 months with possible extension


Key Responsibilities

  • Drive continuous improvement projects by identifying and implementing optimal sourcing strategies that support quality, cost, and delivery goals within the assigned supply base.
  • Build and negotiate strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment and successful project execution.
  • Develop broad expertise across multiple commodities and sourcing categories.
  • Lead supplier resourcing initiatives and execute risk‑mitigation strategies.
  • Maintain effective communication across teams and utilize project management tools.


Requirements

  • Ability to investigate, own, and resolve complex or ambiguous issues through to completion.
  • Demonstrated project management skills.
  • Strong relationship‑building capabilities with internal partners and external suppliers.
  • Self‑starter with the ability to gather information, make decisions, and take initiative.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Supply Chain, or a related field.
  • Open to recent graduates.


Preferred Skills

  • Experience using SAP.
  • Ability to develop dashboards or visual reporting tools (Power BI, data analytics platforms, SharePoint, etc.).
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