Direct Materials Sourcing Strategist

Aston Carter; Florida; On-site; USD 85,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

401(k) plan

Career growth opportunities

Onsite work

Job summary

Aston Carter is hiring a Strategic Sourcing Specialist in Alachua, FL. You will develop and execute sourcing initiatives for direct materials, lead supplier negotiations, and manage supplier performance to align with manufacturing objectives.

Responsibilities include cross-functional collaboration, RFQ/RFP management, and cost-reduction opportunities through market research and supplier relations. Strong Excel and data analysis skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Develop and execute strategic sourcing initiatives for direct material categories.
• Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers based on cost, quality, capacity and reliability.
• Lead supplier negotiations and support contracts and supplier agreements.
• Identify and deliver cost-reduction opportunities through market research and negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement sourcing strategies for direct materials and critical production materials.
• Manage supplier relationships and drive ongoing performance improvement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure sourcing supports business needs.
• Support TCO analysis, inventory considerations, and risk mitigation initiatives.
• Ensure suppliers meet procurement, regulatory, confidentiality, sustainability, safety, and compliance requirements.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Supplier management

Contract negotiations

Cost reduction

Data analysis

Excel proficiency

Job description

Aston Carter is hiring a Strategic Sourcing Specialist in Alachua, FL. You will develop and execute sourcing initiatives for direct materials, lead supplier negotiations, and manage supplier performance to align with manufacturing objectives.

Responsibilities include cross-functional collaboration, RFQ/RFP management, and cost-reduction opportunities through market research and supplier relations. Strong Excel and data analysis skills are essential.