Job DescriptionGENERAL PURPOSE OF THE JOB:The Indirect Procurement Sourcing Specialist is responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies for indirect materials and services that support business operations. This role partners with internal stakeholders to identify opportunities for cost reduction, supplier consolidation, process improvement, and risk mitigation while ensuring quality, service, and compliance requirements are met. The specialist serves as a key liaison between suppliers and business functions, driving value through strategic sourcing, contract management, and supplier relationship management.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:- Develop and implement sourcing strategies for assigned indirect spending categories including but not limited to maintenance, repair and operations (MRO), facilities, professional services, IT, logistics, travel, and corporate services.
- Conduct market research and supplier assessments to identify qualified suppliers and emerging market opportunities.
- Lead competitive bidding processes including formal requests for information (RFI), quotations (RFQ), and proposals (RFP).
- Analyze spending data to identify savings opportunities and categorize and track optimization initiatives.
- Drive supplier consolidation and standardization efforts to improve efficiency and leverage purchasing volume.
- Negotiate pricing, payment terms, service levels, and commercial agreements with suppliers.
- Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure continuity of supply and service excellence.
- Monitor supplier performance through KPIs, scorecards, and periodic business reviews.
- Resolve supplier issues related to quality, delivery, invoicing, and contractual obligations.
- Support contract lifecycle management, including renewals, amendments, and compliance monitoring. Collaborate with legal to ensure contract compliance.
- Partner with Finance, Operations, HR, IT, Facilities, and other functional teams to align sourcing initiatives with business objectives.
- Provide procurement guidance and support to internal stakeholders throughout the purchasing process.
- Facilitate cross-functional teams to execute sourcing projects and achieve cost savings goals.
- Ensure procurement policies, procedures, and best practices are consistently followed.
- Identify and deliver measurable cost savings and value creation opportunities.
- Track sourcing project performance and report savings achievements.
- Support procurement process improvements and digital procurement initiatives.
- Develop recommendations based on spend analytics and market intelligence.
- Contribute to annual procurement objectives and strategic initiatives.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENT:- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, Procurement, or a related field.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:- 3-5 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, supply chain, or category management.
- Indirect sourcing experience is highly preferred.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:- Professional certifications such as CPSM, CIPS, CSCP, or CPM preferred.
OTHER SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND QUALIFICATIONS:- Experience negotiating contracts and managing supplier relationships.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP preferred), Microsoft Excel, and data analysis tools.
- Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
- Familiarity with spend analytics, e-sourcing platforms, and contract management systems.
- Knowledge of supplier performance management and category strategy development.
WORK LOCATION: This is a hybrid position, with at least two days per week in office.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:Incumbent must be able to stand, walk, sit, use hands, reach, climb, balance, kneel, talk, hear, and lift up to 10 lbs.
BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION:The salary range for applicants in this position generally ranges between $ 76,000 and $90,000. This range is an estimate, based on potential employee qualifications, operations, needs, and other considerations permitted by law.
The Company offers a variety of benefits to its employees, including but not limited to health insurance, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) Savings and Trust & Plan with company match, Company Pension Plan, Performance Based Bonus/Commission, and continuing education.
