Sourcing SpecialistWe are seeking an experienced Sourcing Specialist who will be responsible for supporting and executing sourcing strategies for indirect spend categories and steel and fabricated commodities. Pay: $105,000, depending on experience Location: McGregor, TX Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision insurance, 401K match and more! Schedule: M-F (7 am to 4:30 pm) Employment type: Direct Hire, Full-TimeKey Responsibilities for Sourcing Specialist:Support the development and execution of sourcing strategies for indirect spend categories (e.g., MRO, capital equipment, services, logistics, tooling) production steel and fabricated componentsExecute RFQ/RFP processes, including bid analyses, cost comparisons, supplier recommendations, and contract awardsSupport total cost of ownership (TCO) initiatives, including basic cost breakdowns and should-cost analysisMonitor market trends for steel, fabrication, and related commodities, including raw material pricing and capacity considerationsIdentify, evaluate, and assist with onboarding suppliers for steel, fabrication, and indirect goods and servicesParticipate in commercial negotiations, including pricing, lead times, payment terms, and contract conditions, with guidance from senior sourcing leadershipManage supplier relationships for assigned categories, including performance tracking, issue resolution, and continuous improvement activitiesResolve supplier issues related to cost, delivery, capacity, and quality in collaboration with cross functional teamsPartner with internal stakeholders to align sourcing activities with technical requirements and production schedulesCollaborate with finance on budgeting activities, cost savings tracking, and spend analysisTrack sourcing KPIs such as cost savings, supplier performance, and contract complianceSupport supply continuity planning, including secondary sourcing and risk mitigation effortsPlace purchase orders and assist with resolving invoice and payment issues for assigned categoriesQualifications for Sourcing Specialist:Education: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Finance, or a related fieldCertifications: APICS, CPSM, CSCP, or similar professional certification (or progress toward certification)Experience: 3–5 years of experience in sourcing, procurement, or supply chain roles, with exposure to indirect spend and/or steel or fabrication categoriesExperience sourcing steel products (plate, sheet, tube, structural) or fabricated componentsExposure to working with domestic or regional steel suppliers or service centersWorking knowledge of steel markets, fabrication processes, or manufacturing supply chainsExperience supporting negotiations and managing supplier relationshipsStrong analytical skills, with experience in spend analysis or cost comparisonsProficiency with ERP and sourcing tools (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics, SAP, Oracle, Coupa or similar)Understanding of the full procure to pay lifecycleIf you are interested in learning more about this role, please submit your resume for immediate consideration!
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