Hybrid Sourcing Specialist — Professional Services

Dahl Consulting; Maplewood (MN); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Dahl Consulting in Maplewood, MN is seeking a Sourcing Associate on a 12-month contract. This role supports procurement and sourcing operations for professional services, collaborates with stakeholders, and drives efficient sourcing processes.

The position is hybrid, with four days onsite per week, and offers a competitive hourly compensation. Responsibilities include assisting with RFPs, pricing analyses, data extraction from procurement systems (including SharePoint), and developing

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in any field.
• 2–3 years of experience in indirect procurement, sourcing, purchasing, or a related function.
• Experience in strategic sourcing, contract management, contract negotiation, and RFx processes.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated stakeholder management and relationship-building abilities.
• Project management and organizational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and general computer applications.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
• Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining accurate records and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Support stakeholders and category teams with professional services sourcing initiatives.
• Assist in the preparation and execution of RFx processes (e.g., RFPs).
• Conduct pricing analyses and support supplier negotiations.
• Extract, maintain, and analyze data from procurement systems (SharePoint).
• Utilize Excel to perform data analysis, generate reports, and develop dashboards.
• Maintain accurate sourcing, procurement, and contract documentation.
• Review and verify purchase requests for completeness and policy compliance.
• Support contract renewals, amendments, and extensions.
• Assist with day-to-day transactional procurement activities.
• Partner with internal teams to deliver procurement services efficiently.
• Communicate with suppliers and internal stakeholders on sourcing matters.
• Serve as a primary contact for procurement-related issues and follow up on actions.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Analytical thinking

Excel proficiency

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Tools

SharePoint

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Dahl Consulting in Maplewood, MN is seeking a Sourcing Associate on a 12-month contract. This role supports procurement and sourcing operations for professional services, collaborates with stakeholders, and drives efficient sourcing processes.

The position is hybrid, with four days onsite per week, and offers a competitive hourly compensation. Responsibilities include assisting with RFPs, pricing analyses, data extraction from procurement systems (including SharePoint), and developing