Strategic Sourcing Specialist

Manpower Engineering; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 57,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

ManpowerGroup (Experis) is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Specialist to join our Tempe, AZ team within a global aerospace and manufacturing environment. You will execute strategic sourcing initiatives, lead supplier negotiations, and manage supplier data in SAP and related systems as part of a cross-functional procurement group.

You will collaborate with Supply Chain, Engineering, Contracts, Legal, Finance, and Operations to drive cost competitiveness, delivery performance, and continuous

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, supply chain, or commodity management.
• Experience negotiating with suppliers and managing commercial relationships.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Execute strategic sourcing initiatives and supplier management activities aligned with business and annual operating plan objectives.
• Lead supplier negotiations and support cost, quality, delivery, and performance improvement initiatives.
• Prepare, review, and administer sourcing and contractual documents, including NDAs, amendments, novations, assignments, and assumptions.
• Coordinate RFQ activities, pricing validations, supplier performance analysis, and compliance activities.
• Maintain supplier, contract, pricing, and material master data within SAP and contract management systems while collaborating with global stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

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

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

ERP systems

Job description

Our client, a global aerospace and manufacturing company, is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Specialist to join their team. As a Strategic Sourcing Specialist, you will be part of the Supply Chain and Procurement organization supporting Supply Chain, Engineering, Contracts, Legal, Finance, and Operations teams. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, effective communication skills, and strong problem-solving abilities which will align successfully in the organization.

Job Title: Strategic Sourcing Specialist
Location: Tempe, AZ
Pay Range: $50.00/hour

What’s the Job?

• Execute strategic sourcing initiatives and supplier management activities aligned with business and annual operating plan objectives.
• Lead supplier negotiations and support cost, quality, delivery, and performance improvement initiatives.
• Prepare, review, and administer sourcing and contractual documents, including NDAs, amendments, novations, assignments, and assumptions.
• Coordinate RFQ activities, pricing validations, supplier performance analysis, and compliance activities.
• Maintain supplier, contract, pricing, and material master data within SAP and contract management systems while collaborating with global stakeholders.

What’s Needed?

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, supply chain, or commodity management.
• Experience negotiating with suppliers and managing commercial relationships.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and ERP systems.

What’s in it for me?

• Opportunity to support a global supply base and strategic sourcing initiatives.
• Work cross-functionally with Supply Chain, Engineering, Contracts, Legal, Finance, and Operations teams.
• Gain exposure to supplier negotiations, contract administration, and supplier compliance activities.
• Contribute to cost competitiveness, operational excellence, and business objectives.
• Opportunity to work in a complex aerospace and manufacturing supply chain environment.

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of:Manpower, Experis and Talent Solutions

Experis® is a global leader in technology services and part of the ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN) family of brands. We connect skilled technology professionals with meaningful opportunities where they can grow their careers, expand their expertise and make a real impact. Guided by the belief that it takes Human Ingenuity to unlock the true potential of technology, Experis helps people gain experience with leading organizations, build sought-after skills and take the next step toward a brighter future. Backed by ManpowerGroup's 75+ years of workforce expertise and global reach across more than 70 countries and territories, Experis brings the scale, insight and opportunity to help people and businesses thrive. ManpowerGroup is consistently recognized for its commitment to inclusion, ethics and responsible business, including being named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies. Learn more at Experis.com.