Strategic Sourcing Buyer — Hybrid, Data-Driven & Impactful

The L.S. Starrett Company; Athol (MA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The L.S. Starrett Company in Athol, MA is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Buyer. You will own sourcing activities, lead RFQs/RFPs, negotiate terms, evaluate suppliers, and drive cost reductions while aligning with product quality and delivery goals.

This role collaborates with Operations, Engineering, Quality, and Finance to optimize the supply base. You will develop strategic plans, monitor supplier performance, and support new product introductions and continuity planning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a related field with manufacturing experience.
• 5+ years in strategic sourcing, procurement, or supply chain in manufacturing.
• Experience sourcing raw materials and production services; supplier negotiations.
• Proficient in ERP/MRP systems and data analysis; cost of ownership mindset.
• Strong Excel, reporting, and data visualization capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead strategic sourcing plans for assigned categories.
• Lead RFQs, RFPs, supplier evaluations, negotiations, and contracts.
• Analyze costs, tariffs, freight, and market trends to drive savings.
• Manage supplier relationships, performance, and scorecards.
• Create dashboards and reports communicating supplier performance.
• Support new product introductions, supplier transitions, and continuity plans.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Negotiation

Communication

Project management

Problem-solving

Excel skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Operations Management

APICS/ASCM CPSM CPM certification or similar

Tools

Epicor

SAP

Oracle

Microsoft Dynamics

ERP/MRP systems

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

The L.S. Starrett Company in Athol, MA is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Buyer. You will own sourcing activities, lead RFQs/RFPs, negotiate terms, evaluate suppliers, and drive cost reductions while aligning with product quality and delivery goals.

This role collaborates with Operations, Engineering, Quality, and Finance to optimize the supply base. You will develop strategic plans, monitor supplier performance, and support new product introductions and continuity planning.