Strategic Sourcing Specialist

TSI Incorporated; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 78,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

TSI Incorporated in Minnesota is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Specialist to support sourcing, procurement, supplier management, and cost optimization for new product development, prototype materials, and MRO.

You will partner with Category Management, Supply Chain, Engineering, and NPD teams to identify suppliers, run RFQs, manage POs, and ensure on-time material delivery while focusing on total cost of ownership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Economics, or a related field.
• 2-5 years of experience in supplier management, sourcing, procurement, or a related supply chain function.
• Experience using enterprise ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, JD Edwards, or similar platforms.

Responsibilities

• Support supplier sourcing for prototype, released, and MRO materials.
• Create and manage purchase orders; communicate with suppliers and track delivery.
• Manage purchasing, inventory planning, and ECO activities using SAP and related systems.
• Partner with Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain for new product development and cost analysis.
• Investigate supplier issues, root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Support supplier qualification, risk management, and compliance requirements.
• Assist with supplier negotiations, contract review, and cost management to reduce total cost of ownership.
• Participate in Last Time Buy analysis and process improvements.

Skills

Sourcing

Procurement

Supplier management

Inventory planning

Negotiation

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Economics, or related field

Tools

SAP

Oracle

JD Edwards

Job description

Who Are We?

Do you want to help to make the world a better place? Join our team! At TSI our vision is to create a better world by helping to protect people, products and the environment. We are proud of the wide range of solutions we provide that solve our customer’s problems around the world. From helping to ensure worker safety and understanding air quality to supporting complex highly technical industries such as pharmaceuticals manufacturing, semiconductor, and research customers, TSI employees are part of something special with a purpose.

Strategic Sourcing Specialist at TSI

The Strategic Sourcing Specialist supports sourcing, procurement, supplier management, and cost optimization activities for new product development, engineering projects, prototype materials, and assigned Material Release Process (MRO). This role partners closely with Category Management, Supply Chain, Engineering, and New Product Development teams to identify and evaluate suppliers, support RFQ activities, and ensure the timely delivery of materials required to meet project deadlines The Strategic Sourcing Specialist assists with supplier selection, purchase order management, supplier documentation, inventory planning, and material release activities. This role also supports supplier negotiations, continuous improvement initiatives, and total cost of ownership strategies while helping ensure a smooth transition of materials into production.

What Will You Do?

To grow and build a successful career with TSI, you will be responsible for:

• Support supplier sourcing activities for prototype, released, and MRO materials, including supplier research, RFQ administration, supplier selection support, negotiations, onboarding documentation, and maintenance of sourcing agreements and records.
• Create and manage purchase orders, communicate with suppliers regarding order status, monitor delivery commitments, expedite materials when required, and provide updates to internal stakeholders.
• Manage purchasing, inventory planning, defective material processing, and engineering change order (ECO) activities for assigned commodities while utilizing SAP and related business systems to support daily operations.
• Partner with Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain teams to support new product development initiatives, material release activities, phase and gate reviews, first article approvals, and material cost analysis.
• Investigate and resolve supplier, invoice, receipt, and return material authorization (RMA) issues, identify root causes, and support implementation of corrective actions.
• Support supplier qualification and risk management activities, including collection and maintenance of supplier documentation, financial reviews, surveys, risk assessments, and related compliance requirements.
• Assist with supplier negotiations, contract review activities, and cost management initiatives aimed at reducing total cost of ownership while maintaining supplier performance and service levels.
• Participate in Last Time Buy analysis and recommend process improvements that enhance sourcing, procurement, and supplier management effectiveness.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What Do You Need?

Required :

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Economics, or a related field.
• 2-5 years of experience in supplier management, sourcing, procurement, or a related supply chain function.
• Experience using enterprise ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, JD Edwards, or similar platforms.

Desired:

• ISM, APS, APICS, or other relevant supply chain or procurement certification.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Understanding of sourcing, procurement, supplier management, and inventory planning principles.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships with internal stakeholders and suppliers.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

What Can We Give You?

At TSI, our employees are our most valuable assets, and we care about their health and happiness. We offer a competitive benefits program to keep our employees and their family members protected and foster a healthy work-life balance. Additionally, we are committed to employee development and growth, and encourage and foster an environment of collaboration, and innovation. Our work has meaning and the products we design and build help protect people and the environment.

Dress for your day

We want our employees to be comfortable at work and we know they are more productive when they’re comfortable. The dress for your day policy allows employees’ discretion to select appropriate dress for the business of each workday.

Pay & Benefits:

Competitive market salary from $78,000- $93,000 per year* depending on qualifications and experience. For eligible Leadership and individual contributor roles, additional bonus opportunities may be available and awarded at the discretion of the Company.

Benefits:

• Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Retirement Plan: 401(k) with company match.
• Paid Time Off Program: Paid time off, paid holidays, and paid floating holidays.
• Other Benefits: Life insurance, employee assistance program (EAP), and professional development opportunities.
• Pay amount does not guarantee employment for any particular period of time.

Legal authorization to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship. We require proof of eligibility to work in the United States.