Sourcing Specialist

The Fountain Group; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 51,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The Fountain Group is seeking a Sourcing Analyst to support strategic sourcing initiatives in Louisville, KY. You will analyze markets, supply chains, and supplier bases, and help select qualified suppliers while aligning with project deliverables and timelines.

Responsibilities include maintaining supplier communications, supporting supply assurance and continuity, and driving cost and process improvements through sound sourcing practices on a 6+ month contract with first shift.

Qualifications

• 3-6+ years of relevant work experience.
• Experience in sourcing and supplier management functions.

Responsibilities

• Analyze markets, supply chains, and the supply base to support strategic sourcing initiatives.
• Identify and evaluate qualified suppliers and execute sound source-selection strategies.
• Maintain regular communication with suppliers to build relationships and support collaboration; manage sourcing projects per timelines.

Skills

Sourcing

Supplier management

Market analysis

Job description

Job Details:

• Pay: $37-41/hr
• 6+ month contract,with potential extension based on performance and budget
• Monday – Friday (Standard First Shift)

Description

Conduct analysis of markets, supply chains, and the supply base to support strategic sourcing initiatives and process improvements. Identify and evaluate qualified suppliers while executing sound source-selection strategies. Maintain regular communication with suppliers to build and strengthen supplier relationships and ensure effective collaboration. Apply sourcing principles to support supply assurance and continuity, while managing sourcing projects in accordance with established project deliverables, timelines, and objectives.

Qualifications

• 3-6+ years of relevant work experience.
• Experience in sourcing and supplier management functions.