Senior Sourcing Specialist
About the Opportunity
An industry leader is looking to expand their Strategic Sourcing team by bringing on a Senior Specialist to help shape strategic vendor partnerships, drive cost-effective sourcing initiatives, and ensure a reliable supply chain. This is a great opportunity to join an evolving team and make you impact felt within the organization.
What You'll Do
- Manage sourcing activities, including competitive bid events (RFQs) and vendor evaluations.
- Support sourcing for new product development and mid-low tail spend opportunities.
- Collaborate cross-functionally to define material, quality, and service standards.
- Monitor supplier performance using KPIs and scorecards.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and internal policies.
- Manage vendor setup and maintain supplier registration processes.
- Contribute to process improvement and sourcing system development.
- Provide analytical support for monthly KPI reporting.
What You Bring
- High school diploma required; bachelor's degree in supply chain, engineering, or related field preferred.
- Minimum 5 years in sourcing, commodity management, or purchasing.
- Strong negotiation and vendor management abilities.
- Experience in centralized procurement for multi-site manufacturing.
- Proven success in working capital and lead time improvement initiatives.
- Excellent communication, time management, and analytical skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results under pressure.
Key Attributes
- Energetic, self-motivated, and results-driven.
- High integrity and team-oriented mindset.
- Strong business acumen and strategic thinking.
- Comfortable working across all levels of the organization.
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