9,750 Sourcing Specialist jobs in the United States

The selected **Strategic Sourcing Specialist** candidate will join the Mechanical Assembly team in the Government Center of Excellence, supporting the end-to-end cycle of FAR15 proposals and subcontracts for key Honeywell programs. Starting with proposals, fulfillment of the sales order, and ending with negotiating long-term agreements with suppliers. The Strategic Sourcing Specialist II will help drive the completion of compliant FAR15 packages and work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure strategic alignment with program requirements.
This person selected for this position will work in our Glendale, AZ, Phoenix, AZ, Tempe, AZ or Clearwater, FL location on a Hybrid work schedule.
Hybrid Work Schedule Note: For the first 90 days, New Hires must be prepared to work 100% onsite M-F.
**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**
+ Execute FAR15 subcontracts IAW FAR, DFARS and applicable regulations.
+ Support negotiations (price, terms & conditions)
+ Manage key program suppliers.
+ Build supplier strategies to enable the best overall value to Honeywell
**COMPENSATION**
+ The Salary range for this position is $67K - $95K. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors.
**YOU MUST HAVE**
+ A minimum of 3 years of experience in Procurement, Supply Chain, L&C, Business, or Finance
+ US Person due to contractual requirements
**WE VALUE**
+ Bachelor's Degree
+ DoD procurement subcontracting experience (FAR15)
+ Detailed understanding of DoD Procurement Life Cycle
+ Experience with Federal Acquisitions Regulations and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations
+ Strong negotiation skills and processes
+ Supply chain experience
+ Procurement experience within defense, aerospace, or similar industry
+ Experience managing subcontracts FFP, CP, CPIF, etc.
+ Experience with Truthful Cost or Pricing Data (TCPD)
+ Ability to understand and negotiate terms and conditions
**ABOUT HONEYWELL**
Honeywell International Inc. (Nasdaq: HON) invents and commercializes technologies that address some of the world's most critical challenges around energy, safety, security, air travel, productivity, and global urbanization. We are a leading software-industrial company committed to introducing state-of-the-art technology solutions to improve efficiency, productivity, sustainability, and safety in high-growth businesses in broad-based, attractive industrial end markets. Our products and solutions enable a safer, more comfortable, and more productive world, enhancing the quality of life of people around the globe.
Honeywell is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, or veteran status.

**BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR HONEYWELL**
In addition to a competitive salary, leading-edge work, and developing solutions side-by-side with dedicated experts in their fields, Honeywell employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. This package includes employer subsidized Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability; 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, EAP, and Educational Assistance; Parental Leave, Paid Time Off (for vacation, personal business, sick time, and parental leave), and 12 Paid Holidays .For more Honeywell Benefits information visit: application period for the job is estimated to be 40 days from the job posting date; however, this may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. posting date 9/30/2025.
**Due to compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations, candidate must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, or have asylum or refugee status in the U.S.**
Honeywell helps organizations solve the world's most complex challenges in automation, the future of aviation and energy transition. As a trusted partner, we provide actionable solutions and innovation through our Aerospace Technologies, Building Automation, Energy and Sustainability Solutions, and Industrial Automation business segments - powered by our Honeywell Forge software - that help make the world smarter, safer and more sustainable.
Honeywell is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, or veteran status.

The selected **Strategic Sourcing Specialist** candidate will join the Mechanical Assembly team in the Government Center of Excellence, supporting the end-to-end cycle of FAR15 proposals and subcontracts for key Honeywell programs. Starting with proposals, fulfillment of the sales order, and ending with negotiating long-term agreements with suppliers. The Strategic Sourcing Specialist II will help drive the completion of compliant FAR15 packages and work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure strategic alignment with program requirements.
This person selected for this position will work in our Glendale, AZ, Phoenix, AZ, Tempe, AZ or Clearwater, FL location on a Hybrid work schedule.
Hybrid Work Schedule Note: For the first 90 days, New Hires must be prepared to work 100% onsite M-F.
**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**
+ Execute FAR15 subcontracts IAW FAR, DFARS and applicable regulations.
+ Support negotiations (price, terms & conditions)
+ Manage key program suppliers.
+ Build supplier strategies to enable the best overall value to Honeywell
**COMPENSATION**
+ The Salary range for this position is $67K - $95K. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors.
**YOU MUST HAVE**
+ A minimum of 3 years of experience in Procurement, Supply Chain, L&C, Business, or Finance
+ US Person due to contractual requirements
**WE VALUE**
+ Bachelor's Degree
+ DoD procurement subcontracting experience (FAR15)
+ Detailed understanding of DoD Procurement Life Cycle
+ Experience with Federal Acquisitions Regulations and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations
+ Strong negotiation skills and processes
+ Supply chain experience
+ Procurement experience within defense, aerospace, or similar industry
+ Experience managing subcontracts FFP, CP, CPIF, etc.
+ Experience with Truthful Cost or Pricing Data (TCPD)
+ Ability to understand and negotiate terms and conditions
**ABOUT HONEYWELL**
Honeywell International Inc. (Nasdaq: HON) invents and commercializes technologies that address some of the world's most critical challenges around energy, safety, security, air travel, productivity, and global urbanization. We are a leading software-industrial company committed to introducing state-of-the-art technology solutions to improve efficiency, productivity, sustainability, and safety in high-growth businesses in broad-based, attractive industrial end markets. Our products and solutions enable a safer, more comfortable, and more productive world, enhancing the quality of life of people around the globe.
Honeywell is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, or veteran status.

**BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR HONEYWELL**
In addition to a competitive salary, leading-edge work, and developing solutions side-by-side with dedicated experts in their fields, Honeywell employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. This package includes employer subsidized Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability; 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, EAP, and Educational Assistance; Parental Leave, Paid Time Off (for vacation, personal business, sick time, and parental leave), and 12 Paid Holidays .For more Honeywell Benefits information visit: application period for the job is estimated to be 40 days from the job posting date; however, this may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. posting date 9/30/2025.
**Due to compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations, candidate must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, or have asylum or refugee status in the U.S.**
Honeywell helps organizations solve the world's most complex challenges in automation, the future of aviation and energy transition. As a trusted partner, we provide actionable solutions and innovation through our Aerospace Technologies, Building Automation, Energy and Sustainability Solutions, and Industrial Automation business segments - powered by our Honeywell Forge software - that help make the world smarter, safer and more sustainable.
Honeywell is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, or veteran status.

The selected **Strategic Sourcing Specialist** candidate will join the Mechanical Assembly team in the Government Center of Excellence, supporting the end-to-end cycle of FAR15 proposals and subcontracts for key Honeywell programs. Starting with proposals, fulfillment of the sales order, and ending with negotiating long-term agreements with suppliers. The Strategic Sourcing Specialist II will help drive the completion of compliant FAR15 packages and work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure strategic alignment with program requirements.
This person selected for this position will work in our Glendale, AZ, Phoenix, AZ, Tempe, AZ or Clearwater, FL location on a Hybrid work schedule.
Hybrid Work Schedule Note: For the first 90 days, New Hires must be prepared to work 100% onsite M-F.
**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**
+ Execute FAR15 subcontracts IAW FAR, DFARS and applicable regulations.
+ Support negotiations (price, terms & conditions)
+ Manage key program suppliers.
+ Build supplier strategies to enable the best overall value to Honeywell
**COMPENSATION**
+ The Salary range for this position is $67K - $95K. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors.
**YOU MUST HAVE**
+ A minimum of 3 years of experience in Procurement, Supply Chain, L&C, Business, or Finance
+ US Person due to contractual requirements
**WE VALUE**
+ Bachelor's Degree
+ DoD procurement subcontracting experience (FAR15)
+ Detailed understanding of DoD Procurement Life Cycle
+ Experience with Federal Acquisitions Regulations and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations
+ Strong negotiation skills and processes
+ Supply chain experience
+ Procurement experience within defense, aerospace, or similar industry
+ Experience managing subcontracts FFP, CP, CPIF, etc.
+ Experience with Truthful Cost or Pricing Data (TCPD)
+ Ability to understand and negotiate terms and conditions
**ABOUT HONEYWELL**
Honeywell International Inc. (Nasdaq: HON) invents and commercializes technologies that address some of the world's most critical challenges around energy, safety, security, air travel, productivity, and global urbanization. We are a leading software-industrial company committed to introducing state-of-the-art technology solutions to improve efficiency, productivity, sustainability, and safety in high-growth businesses in broad-based, attractive industrial end markets. Our products and solutions enable a safer, more comfortable, and more productive world, enhancing the quality of life of people around the globe.
Honeywell is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, or veteran status.

**BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR HONEYWELL**
In addition to a competitive salary, leading-edge work, and developing solutions side-by-side with dedicated experts in their fields, Honeywell employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. This package includes employer subsidized Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability; 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, EAP, and Educational Assistance; Parental Leave, Paid Time Off (for vacation, personal business, sick time, and parental leave), and 12 Paid Holidays .For more Honeywell Benefits information visit: application period for the job is estimated to be 40 days from the job posting date; however, this may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. posting date 9/30/2025.
**Due to compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations, candidate must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, or have asylum or refugee status in the U.S.**
Honeywell helps organizations solve the world's most complex challenges in automation, the future of aviation and energy transition. As a trusted partner, we provide actionable solutions and innovation through our Aerospace Technologies, Building Automation, Energy and Sustainability Solutions, and Industrial Automation business segments - powered by our Honeywell Forge software - that help make the world smarter, safer and more sustainable.
Honeywell is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, or veteran status.

Strategic Sourcing Specialist
Job Description
Peerless: having no equal; matchless, unrivaled. At Peerless, a Grundfos subsidiary, our team of experts come together with a common passion for manufacturing sustainable pumps that provide peace of mind. Our pumps create more reliable food supplies, clean and safe water, and keep life and property safe around the globe. For nearly a century, the Peerless brand has helped keep people safe where they live, work, and play. We are Pioneers. We are united. We are Peerless! Join our united team!
**What is the job about?**
As a Strategic Sourcing Specialist, you will be responsible for identifying, onboarding and developing new external suppliers to become key partners to Peerless. The Strategic Sourcing Specialist will also be a key participant in the continued development of the existing supply base.
This position reports directly to our Senior Quality and Sourcing Manager and will operate out of the Indianapolis, IN facility in a hybrid function.
**Your main responsibilities:**
+ Identify potential new suppliers with manufacturing capabilities and business models that match Peerless business needs - specific to casting and fabrication commodities.
+ Conduct supplier visits, establishing initial vendor relations and evaluating potential future business relations.
+ Working with legal counsel to ensure that all contracts relating to product procurement contain all details of the negotiation.
+ Prepare RFQ package and manage the process.
+ Conduct detailed supplier audits to gauge full capability, performance and business fit, and make recommendations for the next steps.
+ Manage parts sampling and approval process for select suppliers.
+ Lead full boarding of selected new suppliers.
+ Conduct new supplier performance evaluation.
+ Participate in performance management of existing supply base.
+ Implementing inventory optimization strategies within the company.
+ Guide supplier improvement initiative if deemed necessary.
+ Assessing quotes and compiling a detailed assessment of cost breakdowns, utilizing Total Cost of Ownership concept (TOCO).
+ Key member of Peerless cross-functional sourcing team for castings & Fabrications.
**We imagine that you have:**
+ Proven track record from previous strategic sourcing activities, growing and improving external supply base.
+ Detailed knowledge of casting and fabrication commodities and their manufacturing processes.
+ Some previous experience with sand casting, investment casting, and other casting technologies (i.e. lost foam, vacuum cast, etc.).
+ Knowledge of manufacturing technologies and machining processes.
+ Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications and quality standards.
+ Experience using various supplier evaluation and auditing tools.
+ Project management skills.
+ Continuous Improvement experience.
+ Experience in Contract Management.
+ Knowledge of Supply Chain planning and MRP.
+ Experience from a Make to Order manufacturing environment.
+ Proficient using Microsoft Office Products.
+ SAP experience a plus.
+ Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, engineering or another relevant field or equivalent experience.
+ 5+ years' experience in purchasing or sourcing activities; quality or engineering background.
**What's in it for you?**
What are your goals? Here at Peerless, it's our mission to enable you develop and fulfil both your career and personal aspirations. You'll find that your fresh ideas will be welcomed and make a difference in how we conduct our business.
In addition, your day-to-day benefits as a regular, full-time employees include:
+ Paid time off for volunteering; up to 20 paid vacation days. Vacation hours are accrued on a prorated basis, based on your hire date within the calendar year.
+ Competitive medical, dental, and vision plans; 401(k)-match program.
+ Annual bonuses, parental support, engaging team buildings.   
+ Diverse, inclusive environment with employee-led forums offering colleagues a safe place to connect and share openly. 
+ Long-term career development with regular dialogue, as well as continuous learning and development opportunities. 
If this job sounds interesting, please send your resume and cover letter by clicking "Apply".
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Information at a Glance
**Job details**
Workplace: Hybrid (office and home-working)
Job Location: Indianapolis, Indiana, United States
Contract Type: Full-Time
Employment Type: Regular

SUMMARY: The Sourcing Specialist will engage in strategic andday-to-day sourcing activities including, but not limited to, negotiating contracts, supporting the monitoring of contract performance, conducting Request for Proposals (RFPs), developing, evaluating, and managing supplier relationships and implementing contracts with end users. The Sourcing Specialist is additionally responsible for conducting benchmarking activities, reviewing industry best practices, analyzing spend and collaborating in cross-functional teams to achieve cost savings, increase quality, and build and maintain a competitive portfolio of pricing. Area-specific responsibilities will include reviewing buy vs. lease analysis and conducting total cost of ownership reviews. The Sourcing Specialist is responsible for the full spectrum of product supply andsupply contract activities, including supplier identification and qualification, supply evaluation and specification development, ROI (return on investment) or TCO (total cost of ownership) analysis, VAC (Value Analysis Committee) interaction, issuing requests for proposals, price contract negotiations, legal liaison, supplier selection, contract execution, suppler onboarding, assistance to internal customer as to understanding the contract and interpretation and dispute resolution.

EXPERIENCE: Five years of Supply Chain related experience in a hospital setting including experience with purchasing, GPO contracting, contract negotiations, strategic sourcingis preferred. One year of progressive participation in and responsibility for process improvement / savings implementation projects and / or quality management efforts is preferred.

SPECIAL SKILLS: Excellent working knowledge of computer software such as Excel, Access, and computerized materials management systems. Excellent oral, written, interpersonal and presentation skills. Self-motivated with strong analytical and contract negotiations skills.

LICENSE/CERT: Preferred: CMRP (Certified Materials and Resource Professional)

EDUCATION: Required: Bachelors - Business Related Field, Bachelors - Finance, Bachelors - Accounting, Preferred: Masters - Health Administration, Masters - Related Field, Masters - Business Administration

Required

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Our team members are the heart of what makes us better.
At **Hackensack Meridian** **_Health_** we help our patients live better, healthier lives - and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It's also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community.
Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.
The **Strategic Sourcing Specialist** is responsible for identifying and securing strategic cost saving through effective analytical skills, sourcing and contract negotiations for the Hackensack Meridian Health (HMH) network. Handles the RFP (Request for Proposal) process and protocols within the organization for business owners to provide significant cost savings across the HMH network. Completes an analysis of purchased supplies and services within a multi-facility procurement environment.
**Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:**
+ A Bachelor's degree and/or equivalent.
+ Minimum of 5+ years of relevant experience.
+ Travel within HMH network as needed/required.
+ Project management skills.
+ Highly organized, ability to multitask, good time management skills for aggressive deadlines.
+ Ability to adjust workload efforts based on new priorities assigned by management.
+ Strong written and verbal communication skills.
**Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:**
+ Experience with Google.
**Licenses and Certifications Required:**
+ Certified Materials & Resource Professional (CMRP) Certification at hire or obtained within 12 months of hire.
If you feel that the above description speaks directly to your strengths and capabilities, then please apply today!

Minimum rate of $95,555.20 Annually
HMH is committed to pay equity and transparency for our team members. The posted rate of pay in this job posting is a reasonable good faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act and does not reflect the full value of our market-competitive total rewards package.
The starting rate of pay is provided for informational purposes only and is not a guarantee of a specific offer. Posted hourly rates may be stated as an annual salary in the offer and posted annual salaries may be stated as an hourly rate in the offer, depending on the level and nature of the job duties and credentials of the candidate. The base compensation determined at the time of the offer may be different than the posted rate of pay based on a number of non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to:
+ Labor Market Data: Compensation is benchmarked against market data to ensure competitiveness.
+ Experience: Years of relevant work experience.
+ Education and Certifications: Level of education attained, including specialized certifications, credentials, completed apprenticeship programs or advanced training.
+ Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in relevant skills and competencies.
+ Geographic Location: Cost of living and market rates for the specific location.
+ Internal Equity: Compensation is determined in a manner consistent with compensation ranges for similar roles within the organization.
+ Budget and Grant Funding: Departmental budgets and any grant funding associated with the job position may impact the pay that can be offered.
Some jobs may also be eligible for performance-based incentives, bonuses, or commissions not reflected in the starting rate. Certain positions may also be eligible for shift differentials for work performed on evening, night, or weekend shifts.
In addition to our compensation for full-time and part-time (20+ hours/week) job positions, HMH offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits.
HACKENSACK MERIDIAN HEALTH (HMH) IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, breastfeeding, genetic information, refusal to submit to a genetic test or make available to an employer the results of a genetic test, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, national origin, nationality, ancestry, disability, marital status, liability for military service, or status as a protected veteran.

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Job Summary: The Strategic Sourcing Specialist supports sourcing activities and helps to develop cost-reduction opportunities for service lines. This role ensures optimal vendor value by monitoring performance and quality products and implements strategic sourcing strategies to lower costs and achieve benchmark pricing.
Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree.
Licensure, Registration and/or Certification: Certified Sourcing Professional (CSP), Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) or Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), preferred.
Work Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience in a procurement, negotiations and contract, analytics, or in a vendor/supplier management environment. Experience in a healthcare setting, preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge in supply chain contracting strategies, strategic sourcing, spend analytics, benchmarking, RFx engagements, and achieving cost reductions across assigned product and services categories while maintaining or improving quality. Basic knowledge of finances and economic sourcing, capital equipment, clinical products, and purchasing services. Knowledge of contract lifecycle management, including drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and executing agreements in accordance with established contracting policies and procedures. Knowledge of day-to-day contracting activities such as renewals, modifications, price discrepancies, and supplier performance concerns. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and influencing skills with the ability to maintain strong business relationships. Strong analytical skills to enable sourcing/contracting decisions based on evaluation of previous data sources. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities with competing deadlines.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Provides guidance to department management on priority items and overall sourcing plans and initiatives. Assists in negotiating contracts that includes both local and national purchasing agreements. Manages and maintains strong end-user and vendor relationships that include our Group Purchasing Organization (GPO) and distribution partners. Evaluates operational conditions and processes to ensure any special terms or provisions applicable to the Strategic Sourcing Award Strategy are covered during negotiations or other procurement requests such as Request for X (RFx) documents. Maintains measurable and quantifiable performance metrics for all contracting activities in their managed categories. Researches alternative supplier options to ensure supply chain resiliency is maintained. Ensures all suppliers meet service benchmarks and performs periodic evaluations of supplier companies. Works effectively with Legal Counsel to resolve and prevent any contractual concerns.
Decision Making: Independent judgment in making decisions involving non-routine problems under general supervision.
Working Relationships: Works with internal and/or external customers via telephone or face to face interaction. Works with other healthcare professionals and staff. Works frequently with individuals at Director level or above.
Special Job Dimensions: None.
Supplemental Information: This document generally describes the essential functions of the job and the physical demands required to perform the job. This compilation of essential functions and physical demands is not all inclusive nor does it prohibit the assignment of additional duties.
Material Services Strategic Sourcing - Yale Campus
Location:
Tulsa, Oklahoma 74136
**EOE Protected Veterans/Disability**

Our client is looking for a dedicated and results-oriented Strategic Sourcing Specialist to be based in Portland, Oregon, US . This role is integral to identifying and securing the best value for the company's procurement needs, focusing on developing and executing sourcing strategies that align with business objectives. The Specialist will conduct in-depth market analysis, manage supplier relationships, and drive cost-reduction initiatives. You will play a key role in ensuring the quality and reliability of our supply chain.

Responsibilities include: researching and identifying potential new suppliers, evaluating supplier capabilities and performance, leading negotiation processes for contracts and pricing, developing and implementing category strategies to achieve optimal sourcing outcomes, collaborating with cross-functional teams (e.g., engineering, marketing, operations) to define procurement requirements and specifications, monitoring market trends, commodity pricing, and potential supply chain risks, ensuring compliance with company policies and ethical sourcing practices, preparing and presenting sourcing reports and recommendations to management, and contributing to the continuous improvement of procurement processes. The position requires a proactive approach to identifying opportunities for innovation and efficiency within the purchasing function.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Economics, or a related field. A minimum of 4 years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or category management is essential. Strong analytical skills, including proficiency in data analysis and financial modeling related to cost savings, are required. Excellent negotiation, communication, and project management skills are vital. Familiarity with sourcing software and ERP systems is expected. The ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment is crucial. A keen understanding of contract law and supplier risk management is also beneficial. This position offers a significant opportunity to shape the future of procurement for our client and contribute to their ongoing success in Portland, Oregon, US .

Our client is seeking a meticulous and analytical Strategic Sourcing Specialist to join their Purchasing department. This role is based in our **Portland, Oregon** office and requires a dedicated on-site presence. You will be instrumental in identifying, evaluating, and selecting suppliers, ensuring the best possible value and quality for the organization. This position involves deep dives into market analysis, cost modeling, and supplier relationship management to drive cost savings and mitigate supply chain risks.

Key responsibilities include:

• Conducting comprehensive market research and supplier analysis to identify potential sourcing opportunities.
• Developing and executing sourcing strategies for various categories of goods and services.
• Leading negotiations with suppliers to achieve optimal pricing, terms, and conditions.
• Managing existing supplier relationships, monitoring performance, and addressing any issues.
• Developing detailed cost models and performing total cost of ownership analyses.
• Creating and managing Requests for Proposal (RFPs), Requests for Quotation (RFQs), and other procurement documents.
• Ensuring compliance with company procurement policies and procedures.
• Collaborating with internal stakeholders to understand their needs and align sourcing strategies accordingly.
• Identifying opportunities for process improvements within the purchasing function.
• Preparing reports on sourcing activities, savings achieved, and supplier performance.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field, coupled with 3-5 years of experience in strategic sourcing or procurement. Strong analytical, negotiation, and contract management skills are essential. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required to effectively interact with both internal teams and external suppliers. Proficiency in procurement software and MS Office Suite is expected. A proactive approach to problem-solving and a commitment to achieving measurable results are crucial for success in this role. You will play a vital part in optimizing our supply chain and contributing to the company's financial objectives. This role offers a stable career path within a growing organization.