Data-Driven Procurement Strategist

JST Corporation; Guntersville (AL); On-site; USD 73,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

JST Corporation in Guntersville, Alabama is hiring a Strategic Procurement Analyst to shape sourcing strategies for highly automated electronics manufacturing. You will analyze market trends, supplier performance, and opportunities to reduce costs while supporting environmental goals.

The role requires 3–5+ years in procurement or data analysis within manufacturing, with ERP experience (SAP/Oracle) and a strong Excel toolkit.

Qualifications

• Requires 3–5+ years in procurement, supply chain, or data analysis within a manufacturing environment, electronics or automotive preferred.
• Bachelor degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Sourcing and Cost Analysis: identify and vet suppliers; conduct Make vs Buy and TCO analyses.
• Data Management: maintain lean inventory using AI-driven procurement systems; manage contracts and negotiations.
• Supplier Relations and Collaboration: monitor supplier KPIs; align procurement with engineering and sales.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Data analysis

Contract negotiation

Cross-functional collaboration

SRM

Education

Bachelor degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Advanced Excel

AI-driven procurement tools

Job description

JST Corporation in Guntersville, Alabama is hiring a Strategic Procurement Analyst to shape sourcing strategies for highly automated electronics manufacturing. You will analyze market trends, supplier performance, and opportunities to reduce costs while supporting environmental goals.

The role requires 3–5+ years in procurement or data analysis within manufacturing, with ERP experience (SAP/Oracle) and a strong Excel toolkit.