Hybrid Sourcing & Contracts Specialist

Talentify; Neenah (WI); Hybrid; USD 37,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account

Commuter benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off

Job summary

Aston Carter supports a strategic sourcing and procurement team in Neenah, WI, during a critical transition. The Sourcing Specialist will manage contracts end-to-end, maintain vendor data, and ensure timely approvals and documentation in a hybrid environment.

This contract-to-hire role targets candidates early in their procurement career, offering exposure to procurement systems, vendor management, and risk/compliance activities with opportunities for long-term growth.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of experience in sourcing, procurement, vendor management, contract administration, risk management, or compliance preferred.
• Exposure to procurement systems or contract management platforms is an advantage.
• Experience reviewing documents, approvals, and workflow processes is beneficial.
• Analytical mindset with an interest in business operations and process improvement.
• Experience supporting vendor relationships or procurement activities.

Responsibilities

• Manage contracts through their full lifecycle, ensuring all required actions are completed on time.
• Review contract timelines, renewal dates, and key milestones to ensure they are met.
• Verify that contracts contain appropriate approvals, signatures, and supporting documentation.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records within contract management systems and procurement databases.
• Monitor contract status and follow up with internal stakeholders and vendors as needed.
• Support vendor management and sourcing processes across the procurement function.
• Assist with gathering, updating, and maintaining vendor information and documentation.
• Review procurement and vendor data for completeness, consistency, and accuracy.
• Help identify process gaps, business risks, and compliance concerns within sourcing and procurement activities.
• Support procurement initiatives, testing activities, and system or process improvement efforts.
• Assist with vendor risk reviews and compliance-related activities, including documentation and reporting.
• Promote consistency across sourcing and procurement processes by following and reinforcing standard procedures.
• Support standardization efforts related to contract and vendor documentation and recordkeeping.
• Assist the team with reporting, data analysis, and operational projects to support business decision-making.
• Identify opportunities to improve workflows and leverage technology solutions where appropriate.
• Ensure contracts are managed through completion, including confirming that all required signatures and approvals are obtained.
• Review contract terms and timelines to identify potential gaps, risks, or issues that may impact business operations.
• Collaborate with multiple departments to support procurement, vendor management, and risk and compliance activities.
• Follow established processes and controls to ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures.
• Communicate clearly with team members, stakeholders, and vendors regarding contract status, documentation needs, and process changes.
• Strong administrative and organizational skills with the ability to manage detailed documentation.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in reviewing contracts, vendor information, and data.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency in data management.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for interacting with internal stakeholders and vendors.
• Ability to follow established processes and ensure compliance with policies and procedures.
• Comfort with learning new systems and processes related to procurement and contract management.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while collaborating across multiple departments.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Understanding of procurement, contract management, risk assessment, and basic sourcing concepts.
• Interest in risk and compliance considerations, including identifying gaps and risks in contracts and processes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical mindset

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Procurement systems

Contract management platforms

Job description

Aston Carter supports a strategic sourcing and procurement team in Neenah, WI, during a critical transition. The Sourcing Specialist will manage contracts end-to-end, maintain vendor data, and ensure timely approvals and documentation in a hybrid environment.

This contract-to-hire role targets candidates early in their procurement career, offering exposure to procurement systems, vendor management, and risk/compliance activities with opportunities for long-term growth.