Sourcing Specialist

Icon Consultants; Claremore (OK); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Icon Consultants is seeking a driven Sourcing Specialist to join our procurement team in Claremore, OK on a 12 Month W2 Contract. You will manage POs, drive supplier accountability, and resolve material shortages to ensure seamless production operations.

Ideal candidates bring 4+ years in sourcing/procurement, a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience), and strong SAP and Excel skills. You will collaborate across functions to improve delivery and supplier performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college (or a High School Diploma / GED paired with equivalent professional experience in Sourcing/Procurement).
• 4+ years of professional experience in Sourcing or Procurement.
• Experience with SAP purchasing / MM modules.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Hands-on experience with direct materials in a manufacturing environment, including expediting and shortage management.

Responsibilities

• Purchase Order Management: Place, track, and follow up on purchase orders to ensure on-time delivery.
• Supplier Relationships: Manage day-to-day relationships with suppliers to ensure smooth PO execution and compliance.
• Expediting & Shortage Management: Monitor parts availability, expedite POs, communicate shortages, and drive solutions.
• Problem & Schedule Resolution: Handle order changes, delivery discrepancies, and supplier performance issues.
• Data Integrity: Keep ERP system updated with accurate order statuses, delivery dates, and documentation.
• Cross-Functional Communication: Serve as the primary contact for order status, shortages, and delivery metrics.
• Special Projects: Support supply continuity initiatives and process improvement projects.

Skills

Sourcing/Procurement experience

PO management

Supplier relationship management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Sourcing/Procurement

High School Diploma / GED with equivalent experience

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

** Sourcing Specialist - Procurement**

** Location: Claremore, OK 74107

** Job Type: 12 Month W2 Contract

** Pay Rate: $35.00 - $40.00/Hour**

** About the Role**

We are seeking a driven and detail-oriented Sourcing Specialist to join our dynamic procurement team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing purchase orders, driving supplier accountability, and resolving material shortages to ensure seamless production operations. If you are a proactive problem-solver with a strong background in manufacturing procurement, we want to hear from you!

** Key Responsibilities**

• Purchase Order Management: Place, track, and follow up on purchase orders (POs) to ensure on-time delivery.


• Supplier Relationships: Manage day-to-day relationships with suppliers to ensure smooth PO execution and compliance.


• Expediting & Shortage Management: Actively monitor parts availability, expedite POs, proactively communicate component shortages, and drive effective solutions.


• Problem & Schedule Resolution: Quickly handle order changes, delivery discrepancies, and supplier performance issues.


• Data Integrity: Keep the ERP system updated with accurate order statuses, delivery dates, and documentation.


• Cross-Functional Communication: Serve as the primary point of contact for colleagues and internal business stakeholders regarding order status, shortages, and delivery metrics.


• Special Projects: Support supply continuity initiatives, process improvement efforts, and specialized PO management projects.

** Qualifications**

** Required Qualifications**

• Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college (or a High School Diploma / GED paired with equivalent professional experience in Sourcing/Procurement).


• Experience: 4+ years of professional experience in Sourcing or Procurement.

** Desired Characteristics**

• Systems Proficiency: Experience with SAP (specifically purchasing / MM modules) strongly preferred; strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel.


• Industry Background: Hands-on experience with direct materials in a manufacturing environment, including expediting and shortage management. Outside processing experience is a plus.


• Communication & Collaboration: Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills; highly comfortable collaborating across cross-functional teams.


• Work Style: A self-starter with the ability to work independently, demonstrate strong leadership, and tackle complex challenges with robust problem-solving skills.