Strategic Sourcing Pro: Data-Driven Cost Savings

GDKN Corp.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

GDKN Corp. in Phoenix, AZ, is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Specialist to drive end-to-end procurement across Electrical, Electronics, and EMS categories. You will analyze spend, track KPIs, and build dashboards with Power BI/Tableau to uncover cost savings and supplier performance improvements.

You will collaborate with Engineering, Operations, and Finance to align sourcing with business goals, negotiate terms, and pursue continuous improvement across procurement programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field.
• Experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or supply chain management.
• Strong analytical, communication, stakeholder management, and project management skills.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and tools such as Power BI, Tableau, Power Apps, and Advanced Excel.
• Experience with SQL and Python preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support sourcing initiatives and end-to-end procurement activities across Electrical, Electronics, and EMS categories.
• Analyze spend data, market trends, and supplier performance to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Evaluate supplier quotations, capabilities, and service offerings to support supplier selection.
• Develop, maintain, and enhance dashboards and reports to track sourcing KPIs.
• Partner with Engineering, Operations, Finance, and other cross-functional teams to align sourcing strategies with business objectives.
• Negotiate pricing, commercial terms, and supplier agreements to achieve optimal value.
• Utilize data-driven insights to identify Component Engineering and Value Engineering opportunities.
• Monitor supplier performance and ensure compliance with contracts and performance expectations.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and long-term strategic procurement planning.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Stakeholder management

Project management

SQL

Python

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Tools

ERP systems

Power BI

Tableau

Power Apps

Advanced Excel

SQL

Python

Job description

GDKN Corp. in Phoenix, AZ, is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Specialist to drive end-to-end procurement across Electrical, Electronics, and EMS categories. You will analyze spend, track KPIs, and build dashboards with Power BI/Tableau to uncover cost savings and supplier performance improvements.

You will collaborate with Engineering, Operations, and Finance to align sourcing with business goals, negotiate terms, and pursue continuous improvement across procurement programs.