Strategic Sourcing Lead: Direct Materials & Cost Optimization

Talentify; Florida; On-site; USD 85,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) plan

Job summary

Aston Carter is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Specialist for a permanent onsite role in Alachua, FL. You will develop and execute sourcing initiatives for direct material categories in a manufacturing environment, focusing on cost, quality, supplier risk, and alignment with business goals.

Collaborate with Engineering, Operations, and Finance to optimize supplier performance, lead negotiations, manage RFX processes, and drive cost-reduction opportunities while ensuring compliance and supply

Qualifications

• Experience in strategic sourcing for direct materials in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Proficient with Excel and data-driven cost analysis.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement sourcing strategies for direct materials and critical production items.
• Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers based on cost, quality, and reliability.
• Lead supplier negotiations and manage contracts and supplier agreements.
• Identify cost-reduction opportunities through market research and supplier negotiations.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Operations, and Finance to align sourcing with business needs.
• Support RFQ, RFP, and RFI processes to solicit and evaluate bids.

Job description

Aston Carter is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Specialist for a permanent onsite role in Alachua, FL. You will develop and execute sourcing initiatives for direct material categories in a manufacturing environment, focusing on cost, quality, supplier risk, and alignment with business goals.

Collaborate with Engineering, Operations, and Finance to optimize supplier performance, lead negotiations, manage RFX processes, and drive cost-reduction opportunities while ensuring compliance and supply