Indirect Sourcing Specialist

Life in Pittsburgh; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Wabtec seeks an Indirect Sourcing Specialist to partner with Category Managers, suppliers and internal stakeholders, supporting indirect sourcing strategies and driving cost, quality, delivery and service objectives.

You will manage tactical sourcing activities, coordinate RFPs/RFQs, analyze spend data, and develop supplier relationships to improve cash flow and supplier performance. Hybrid office-based role with up to 25% travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management or related field.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in sourcing, purchasing, fulfillment, supply chain, or manufacturing operations.
• Excellent communication and analytical skills with the ability to build and maintain supplier and stakeholder relationships.

Responsibilities

• Support daily sourcing and fulfillment activities to achieve indirect sourcing objectives.
• Execute tactical sourcing activities and supplier engagements in line with category strategies.
• Participate in projects focused on improving cash flow and optimizing supplier performance.
• Facilitate RFPs and RFQs for internal stakeholders.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Project management

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain management

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Who will you be working with?

The Indirect Sourcing Specialist will partner closely with Category Managers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to support the execution of indirect sourcing strategies across the organization. This role serves as the primary tactical point of contact for assigned functional areas and helps drive sourcing initiatives that support cost, quality, delivery, and service objectives.

How will you make a difference?

As an Indirect Sourcing Specialist, you will support the implementation of category strategies, manage tactical sourcing activities, facilitate supplier engagements, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. Your ability to analyze data, manage supplier relationships, and coordinate sourcing projects will help drive operational efficiency and business performance.

What do we want to know about you?

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Procurement, Operations Management, Finance, Engineering, Economics, or a related field.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in sourcing, purchasing, fulfillment, supply chain, or manufacturing operations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent communication and analytical skills with the ability to build and maintain supplier and stakeholder relationships.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Proven project management experience and organizational skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

What will your typical day look like?

Essential Responsibilities

• Support daily sourcing and fulfillment activities to achieve Indirect Sourcing business objectives.
• Execute tactical sourcing activities and supplier engagements in alignment with category strategies.
• Participate in projects focused on improving cash flow and optimizing supplier performance.
• Facilitate Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and Requests for Quotations (RFQs) for internal stakeholders.

Support Category Managers with:

• Process simplification and quality improvement initiatives.
• Supplier selection, qualification, development, and management activities.
• Management of the full contract lifecycle, from sourcing events through supplier offboarding.
• Drive utilization of preferred suppliers in accordance with established category strategies.
• Create and manage purchase orders within company systems.
• Identify and support cost-saving opportunities across indirect spend categories.
• Develop and maintain strong partnerships with key business stakeholders.
• Analyze supplier and spend data to identify opportunities for improved cost, service, and supplier performance.
• Negotiate local supply and service agreements as delegated by Category Managers.
• Identify operational challenges and implement effective solutions to improve sourcing processes.

What about the physical demands of the job?

• Primarily office-based work environment. Hybrid schedule
• Ability to sit, stand, and work on a computer for extended periods.
• Occasional travel may be required based on business needs up to 25%.

You may also be asked to perform other duties outside of your function or trade, for which adequate training will be provided if necessary.

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

Sponsorship Available: No

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary rate for this role is currently $68900-98200 The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at mywabtecbenefits.com. Other benefit offerings for this role may include annual bonus, if eligible.

What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?

At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.

If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.

Who are we?

Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.

Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com.

Culture powers us and the possibilities.

We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.

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