Hybrid Sourcing Strategist:Profitability & Vendor Relations

American Business Forms Inc; Cleveland (OH); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

American Business Forms Inc. seeks a Senior Sourcing Specialist to optimize sourcing processes, build vendor relationships, and negotiate costs across the organization. The role focuses on pricing strategies, margins, and timely vendor proposals.

Hybrid work options are available based on experience. Educational requirements include an Associate's degree in Business Management or Sales and Marketing with 1–3 years of related experience.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Business Management or Sales and Marketing and 1–3 years related experience.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office and internet-based programs.
• Ability to read and interpret documents; write routine reports and correspondence.
• Strong vendor communication and negotiation capabilities.
• Time management and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Plans and engages in daily sourcing responsibilities, providing niche expertise to Sales Team.
• Builds relationships with new and existing vendors and key suppliers.
• Initiates contact with vendors to meet timelines for client proposals.
• Identifies pricing strategies, margins, and helps mitigate customer loss to maximize profits.
• Negotiates pricing and costs; supports Sales Associates to pursue supplier opportunities.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Professionalism

Time Management

Project Management

Negotiation

Education

Associate's degree in Business Management or Sales and Marketing

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

American Business Forms Inc. seeks a Senior Sourcing Specialist to optimize sourcing processes, build vendor relationships, and negotiate costs across the organization. The role focuses on pricing strategies, margins, and timely vendor proposals.

Hybrid work options are available based on experience. Educational requirements include an Associate's degree in Business Management or Sales and Marketing with 1–3 years of related experience.