Strategic Indirect Sourcing Specialist

Socket.dev; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Sherwin-Williams is seeking a proactive Sourcing professional to lead indirect materials strategy and supplier negotiations at its Cleveland headquarters. You will partner with the Sourcing Director to shape category plans, issue RFQs, and drive cost savings while ensuring supply continuity and compliance.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in sourcing or supply chain, strong communication skills, and hands-on experience with MS Office and COUPA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Sourcing, Supply Chain Management or other relevant specialization.
• 2+ years of sourcing, supply chain, or relevant business experience.
• Self-starter with ability to work with minimal direction in a fast-paced environment.
• PC skills including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point, Access)
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
• 4+ years in Sourcing/Supply Chain desirable.
• Experience with COUPA.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement sourcing strategies and plans for assigned categories.
• Develop, issue and analyze RFQs for assigned commodities.
• Communicate strategies, pricing, and market conditions to stakeholders.
• Support Business Units strategy and requirements.
• Identify and develop new suppliers.
• Ensure uninterrupted supply of materials and services.
• Negotiate and implement sourcing agreements/contracts to improve supply and reduce risk.
• Forecast pricing for assigned categories for budgets and top management.
• Manage established pricing and resolve discrepancies.
• Negotiate and resolve supplier performance disputes with guidance.
• Develop written category strategies for assigned categories.
• Implement cost savings projects for assigned categories.
• Work with stakeholders to align strategy with total cost and assurance of supply.
• Ensure compliance with department policies and applicable laws.

Skills

Sourcing

Supply Chain

Communication

Microsoft Office

COUPA

Self-starter

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Sourcing, Supply Chain Management or related field

Tools

COUPA

Job description

Sherwin-Williams is seeking a proactive Sourcing professional to lead indirect materials strategy and supplier negotiations at its Cleveland headquarters. You will partner with the Sourcing Director to shape category plans, issue RFQs, and drive cost savings while ensuring supply continuity and compliance.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in sourcing or supply chain, strong communication skills, and hands-on experience with MS Office and COUPA.