Strategic Sourcing Analyst

Software Placement Group; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Life Insurance

Bonus program

Flexible work hours

On-site fitness center

Job summary

Software Placement Group in Milwaukee, WI, seeks a junior Strategic Sourcing Analyst (Buyer) to support its sourcing organization. You will assist senior analysts with data management and provide analysis to guide purchasing decisions in a safety- and growth‑oriented environment.

The role emphasizes data-driven KPI development, ERP competency, and collaboration with cross-functional teams. Travel up to 30% is possible; visa sponsorship is not offered.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in strategic sourcing and commodity management for manufacturing
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or equivalent experience
• Willingness to travel 20–30%
• Exposure to commodities such as castings, metal fabrication, hydraulics, drivetrains, engines, or plastics
• No visa sponsorship is available for this position

Responsibilities

• Research and analyze assigned commodities, gathering data in-house to support senior analysts in purchasing decisions
• Develop key performance metrics for various areas of the supply chain and adjust KPIs as process improvements are realized
• Create business flow process diagrams
• Compile and report findings to senior team members
• Lead construction of sourcing tools and processes and validate information for commodities and products
• Work on complex problems requiring analytical tools, data analysis, and recommendations/solutions

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Communication

Data analysis

Sourcing experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or Business Administration

Tools

ERP systems

SAP

Reporting tools

Job description

Location: Milwaukee, WI | Schedule: Full-time, on-site

Overview

A major player in the heavy mobile equipment manufacturing industry is seeking a junior Strategic Sourcing Analyst (Buyer) to support its sourcing organization. This growing division has production orders booked out for a year and is led by a manufacturing engineering manager promoted from within, with a culture centered on safety and individual growth. The Analyst will lead data management and quantitative analysis of sourcing activities, working under the direction of the Director of Sourcing and Senior Analysts. This is not a demand planning position.

What you'll do

• Research and analyze assigned commodities, gathering data in-house to support senior analysts in purchasing decisions
• Develop key performance metrics for various areas of the supply chain and adjust KPIs as process improvements are realized
• Create business flow process diagrams
• Compile and report findings to senior team members
• Lead construction of sourcing tools and processes and validate information for commodities and products
• Work on complex problems requiring analytical tools, data analysis, and recommendations/solutions

Required qualifications

• 2+ years' experience in strategic sourcing and commodity management for manufacturing, with a willingness to learn
• Working knowledge of master supplier agreements and cost breakdown methodologies
• Knowledge of ERP systems and reporting tools
• Good analytical, communication, and negotiation skills
• BS in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or equivalent experience
• Open to 20% to 30% travel
• Exposure to commodities such as castings, metal fabrication, hydraulics, drivetrains, engines, or plastics
• No visa sponsorship is available for this position

Preferred qualifications

• SAP experience preferred
• APICS Certification would be a plus

Compensation and benefits

• 4.5% employer match on 401K
• Health, vision, and dental insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life Insurance
• 8% bonus level
• Flexible work hours (9-hour days Monday–Thursday, 4-hour Friday without using PTO)
• On-site fitness center and on-site nurse
• Business casual workplace, jeans every day

Why this role

This position offers excellent growth opportunities within a dynamic, employee-focused organization that values work/life balance, continuous improvement, and a strong culture of safety and appreciation.