Sourcing Specialist

LHH; Lake Bluff (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) offering

Paid time off and holidays

Paid sick leave where applicable

Job summary

A global recruitment leader is seeking a Global Strategic Sourcing Specialist in Lake Bluff, Illinois. This role will support sourcing activities and collaborate with Customer Service, Supply Chain, Sales, and Marketing teams. Key responsibilities include managing RFQs, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and ensuring product quality. The ideal candidate should have a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a related field and must possess strong communication and negotiation skills, along with experience in consumer goods. The position offers a salary range of $70,000-$80,000 plus benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 4+ years of relevant experience required.
• Experience with consumer goods is essential.
• Knowledge of overseas sourcing (Asia) and transportation methods.

Responsibilities

• Manage and summarize RFQs to ensure quality outcomes.
• Identify opportunities to improve pricing and lead times.
• Communicate with internal teams and external suppliers.

Skills

Strong communication and negotiation skills

Ability to manage priorities

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Purchasing, or Supply Chain

Tools

ERP experience

Job description

We’re looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Global Strategic Sourcing Specialist to support sourcing activities for new and existing product lines. This role will collaborate closely with Customer Service, Supply Chain, Sales, and Marketing teams, providing technical expertise and ensuring quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and summarize RFQs to meet timelines while ensuring quality outcomes.
• Identify opportunities to improve pricing, lead times, and product quality.
• Analyze raw material and currency variances impacting cost of goods.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams and external suppliers for alignment.
• Partner with Quality Engineers and Product Development teams for technical documentation and inspections.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Purchasing, or Supply Chain—or 4+ years of relevant experience.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Experience with consumer goods.
• Knowledge of overseas sourcing (Asia) and transportation methods.
• Ability to read technical drawings and schematics.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; ERP experience
• Ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Salary Range: $70,000-$80,000

• Bonus Offered
• Health, dental, and vision, life, short/long term disability insurance
• 401(k) offering
• Paid time off and holidays (80 hours PTO)
• Paid sick leave where applicable by state law.

LHH is a leader in permanent recruitment—and in the placement of top talent. Our areas of specialty include office administration, customer service, human resources, engineering, and supply chain and logistics. Please feel to check us out and apply for other opportunities if this role isn’t a perfect match.

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