Senior Sourcing & Procurement Specialist

ZipRecruiter; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A values-driven procurement firm in Minnesota is seeking a Senior Sourcing & Procurement Specialist to develop sourcing strategies, manage supplier relationships, and lead contract negotiations. The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree and at least 2 years of experience in procurement. This hybrid position involves both office and remote work, and the firm emphasizes a collaborative and dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Collaborative work environment

Opportunity for remote work

Participation in

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain management.
• Experience with indirect expenses is preferred.
• Strong ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Develop customized sourcing strategies to optimize costs.
• Manage supplier relationships to ensure high-quality service.
• Lead contract negotiations to achieve desired cost savings.
• Conduct market analysis for cost reduction opportunities.
• Manage multiple sourcing projects and report on progress.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Presentation abilities

Project management

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business or related field

Job description

Overview

As a Senior Sourcing & Procurement Specialist at StrategicSource, Inc., you will play a key role in deploying our company's mission to help clients reduce costs, reduce risks, and save time. You will be responsible for researching, evaluating, and selecting vendors and products that meet clients' sourcing needs and standards. In addition, you will be required to maintain relationships with existing suppliers, stay informed of new industry trends, and help create and execute strategies for cost reductions. You will get the opportunity to work in a dynamic, collaborative, and fast-paced environment while being part of a team that values your input and strives to exceed clients’ expectations.

Location Preference: The ideal candidate will be based in the Greater Twin Cities area. We are open to candidates located as far as St. Cloud, Rochester, or Western Wisconsin. This is a hybrid position, with a mix of in-office and remote work.

Responsibilities

• Sourcing Strategy Development: Understand client needs and develop customized sourcing strategies to optimize costs.
• Supplier Management: Identify, evaluate, and onboard suppliers; manage supplier relationships to ensure high-quality service and value.
• Contract Negotiations: Lead contract negotiations, ensuring terms align with client objectives and achieve desired cost savings.
• Market Research: Conduct market analysis to identify trends, benchmarks, and new opportunities for cost reduction.
• Project Management: Manage multiple sourcing projects simultaneously, delivering results within established timelines and budgets.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Work closely with client stakeholders and internal teams to ensure alignment of goals and objectives.
• Reporting: Track and report on project progress, savings achieved, and overall impact for clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain management, preferably with a focus on indirect expenses.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

About Company

StrategicSource, Inc. (SSI) is a veteran-owned, values-driven company founded in 1992 and located in Savage, Minnesota, with the idea of delivering innovative spend management solutions to increase profits. SSI helps clients reduce costs, save time, and improve profitability through the effective management of services and supplies. With over 30 years of experience, StrategicSource generates real, measurable, and auditable results that help clients become more profitable and more efficient. SSI was placed on the Minnesota Best Places to Work list for 2023 and 2024 and was placed on Inc. Magazine’s list of the fastest-growing private companies in 2025.

www.strategicsource.com