Strategic Direct-Materials Sourcing Lead

Columbia Search Partners, Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbia Search Partners is seeking a Sourcing Specialist to own direct-material sourcing and cost reduction for fabricated metals, machined components, castings, electronics, and assemblies. The role is based in the Atlanta-area office with support for its Knoxville, TN operations and periodic travel to Knoxville.

You will lead RFQ activity, negotiate pricing, and drive measurable cost reductions from day one, partnering with Engineering, Quality, Operations, and Supply Chain to align with

Qualifications

• 5+ years of sourcing, procurement, or commodity-management experience.
• Direct-material sourcing in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience sourcing fabricated metals, machining, castings, electronics, or assemblies.
• Proven negotiating and cost-savings track record.
• Experience managing RFQs, supplier evaluations, negotiations, and sourcing decisions.
• Strong supplier-management and relationship-building skills.
• Analytical, organizational, negotiation, and communication strengths.
• Willingness to travel periodically to Knoxville, TN.

Responsibilities

• Own sourcing and supplier management for fabricated metal parts, machined components, castings, electronics, and assemblies.
• Lead RFQ activity, analyze quotations, negotiate pricing and terms, and support supplier awards.
• Develop, qualify, and evaluate suppliers to balance cost, quality, delivery, and capacity.
• Drive direct-material cost-reduction initiatives and identify additional sourcing opportunities.
• Manage supplier relationships and performance throughout the procurement lifecycle.
• Partner with Engineering, Quality, Operations, and Supply Chain to support production requirements.
• Support purchase-order execution and maintain sourcing documentation.
• Use data and supplier metrics to identify continuous-improvement opportunities.
• Contribute to the development of sourcing processes and supplier strategies as the company scales.

Skills

Sourcing

RFQ

Negotiations

Cost reduction

Supplier management

Data analysis

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field

Job description

Columbia Search Partners is seeking a Sourcing Specialist to own direct-material sourcing and cost reduction for fabricated metals, machined components, castings, electronics, and assemblies. The role is based in the Atlanta-area office with support for its Knoxville, TN operations and periodic travel to Knoxville.

You will lead RFQ activity, negotiate pricing, and drive measurable cost reductions from day one, partnering with Engineering, Quality, Operations, and Supply Chain to align with