Global MRO Sourcing Lead: Contracts, Cost & Compliance

Carpenter Technology; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Carpenter Technology Corporation, Reading, PA, is seeking a Global Buyer I to lead strategic sourcing for operations and MRO services across multiple sites. You will drive value through cost optimization, standardization, supplier performance, and risk management in collaboration with Operations, Facilities, and EH&S teams.

The role requires a strong category-management discipline, process improvement mindset, and a Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of sourcing experience in an industrial

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field required.
• Minimum of 5 years in sourcing and procurement with strong MRO focus.
• Proven experience managing multi-site spend and contractor management.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end sourcing for outside services and MRO across sites.
• Negotiate MSAs, SLAs, and pricing structures with suppliers.
• Monitor supplier performance and drive cost savings initiatives.
• Collaborate with Legal, Finance, and Compliance on contracts and risk.

Skills

Category management

MRO procurement

Supplier governance

Contract negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree (Supply Chain/Business/Engineering)

Tools

ERP systems

MS Office

Job description

Carpenter Technology Corporation, Reading, PA, is seeking a Global Buyer I to lead strategic sourcing for operations and MRO services across multiple sites. You will drive value through cost optimization, standardization, supplier performance, and risk management in collaboration with Operations, Facilities, and EH&S teams.

The role requires a strong category-management discipline, process improvement mindset, and a Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of sourcing experience in an industrial