Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Lead

UPL-Ltd; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

UPL-Ltd is seeking a Procurement Specialist based in Cary, NC to identify key suppliers, negotiate purchasing agreements, and ensure materials meet specifications. This role interfaces with planning, manufacturing, and an SC plant to drive cost savings and standardization.

The ideal candidate has a BS/BA in supply chain, 5+ years in procurement/purchasing, and strong negotiation skills. SAP proficiency and MS Office are required to support data-driven sourcing decisions.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in Supply Chain, Business or related field required.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in production planning environments, purchasing raw materials, packaging materials, equipment, and supplies.
• Strong negotiation skills and ability to work in cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency with SAP and MS Office tools.

Responsibilities

• Identify key suppliers of raw materials and negotiate purchasing agreements.
• Execute purchase orders and maintain vendor requirements in planning systems.
• Solicit bids, negotiate prices, and arrange materials and services as needed.
• Manage pricing data, lead times, and delivery to meet production schedules.
• Prepare monthly dashboards and reports for supply chain.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Detail oriented

Education

BS/BA in Supply Chain

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

UPL-Ltd is seeking a Procurement Specialist based in Cary, NC to identify key suppliers, negotiate purchasing agreements, and ensure materials meet specifications. This role interfaces with planning, manufacturing, and an SC plant to drive cost savings and standardization.

The ideal candidate has a BS/BA in supply chain, 5+ years in procurement/purchasing, and strong negotiation skills. SAP proficiency and MS Office are required to support data-driven sourcing decisions.