Strategic Sourcing Specialist

PDS Tech, Inc.; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 57,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day shift

Global supplier exposure

Cost reduction initiatives

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

PDS Tech Commercial is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Specialist to drive global sourcing initiatives, supplier negotiations, contract administration, and procurement operations. You will partner with Supply Chain, Engineering, Finance, Operations, Contracts, and Legal teams to deliver cost savings, improve supplier performance, and ensure compliance across the sourcing lifecycle.

The position offers a day shift, collaboration with worldwide suppliers, and opportunities to influence procurement

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in one of the listed fields.
• 3+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, supply chain, or commodity management.
• Supplier negotiation and relationship management experience.
• Strong analytical and stakeholder management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Management: Execute sourcing strategies aligned with business objectives and annual operating plans.
• Contrac t & Compliance Administration: Prepare, review, and administer NDAs, contract amendments, novations, and assignments; ensure compliance with procurement policies.
• Procurement Operations & Analytics: Coordinate RFQ activities, support should-cost analysis, analyze demand and spend, and develop cost-reduction recommendations.
• Data Management & Reporting: Maintain supplier, pricing, contract, and material master data; support KPI analysis and data-driven insights.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, Finance, Contracts, and Legal teams to drive sourcing excellence.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving

MS Office / ERP proficiency

Education

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

Tools

SAP

eSourcing platforms

RFQ tools

Contract Lifecycle Management

Job description

Drive Strategic Sourcing and Supplier Performance as a Strategic Sourcing Specialist!

PDS Tech Commercial is seeking a results-driven Strategic Sourcing Specialist to support global sourcing initiatives, supplier negotiations, contract administration, and procurement operations. This role partners closely with Supply Chain, Engineering, Finance, Operations, Contracts, and Legal teams to drive cost savings, improve supplier performance, and ensure compliance throughout the sourcing lifecycle.

What You'll Do

Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Management

• Execute sourcing strategies aligned with business objectives and annual operating plans.
• Lead supplier negotiations focused on cost, quality, delivery, and performance improvement.
• Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships.
• Support supplier onboarding and ongoing supplier management activities.

Contract & Compliance Administration

• Prepare, review, and administer:
  • Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs)
  • Contract amendments
  • Novations
  • Assignments and assumptions
• Manage supplier compliance activities, including:
  • Extended Terms Requests (ETRs)
  • Supplier Scorecards
  • FAIRs
  • Fair & Reasonable Price Justifications (FRPJs)
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and contractual requirements.

Procurement Operations & Analytics

• Coordinate RFQ activities and supplier bid evaluations.
• Support should-cost analysis and pricing validation efforts.
• Analyze demand, spend, and supplier performance data.
• Develop recommendations that support sourcing decisions and cost reduction initiatives.
• Resolve supplier portal, purchase order, and system-related issues.

Data Management & Reporting

• Maintain supplier, pricing, contract, and material master data.
• Utilize SAP and contract management systems to ensure data integrity.
• Support reporting, KPI analysis, and sourcing performance reviews.
• Provide business insights through data-driven analysis.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, Finance, Contracts, and Legal teams.
• Support strategic initiatives and operational improvement efforts.
• Drive sourcing excellence through effective stakeholder management and communication.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in:
  • Business
  • Supply Chain
  • Finance
  • Engineering
  • Related field
• 3+ years of experience in:
  • Strategic Sourcing
  • Procurement
  • Supply Chain
  • Commodity Management
• Supplier negotiation and commercial relationship management experience.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and ERP systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with:
  • SAP
  • eSourcing platforms
  • RFQ tools
  • Contract Lifecycle Management systems
• Aerospace, manufacturing, or complex supply chain environment experience.
• Knowledge of supplier compliance and contract administration processes.
• Lean, Six Sigma, or Continuous Improvement experience.
• Professional certifications such as:
  • CPSM
  • CSCP
  • PMP
  • CPCM
• Strong business and financial acumen.

Core Competencies

• Strategic Sourcing
• Supplier Relationship Management
• Negotiation & Contract Administration
• Supply Chain & Procurement Operations
• Financial & Commercial Analysis
• Data Analytics & Reporting
• Process Improvement
• Cross-Functional Collaboration

Why Join Us?

• $50/hr pay rate
• Day shift schedule
• Opportunity to work with global suppliers and cross-functional business teams
• Exposure to strategic sourcing, supplier management, and procurement analytics
• Opportunity to drive cost savings and operational excellence
• Collaborative environment supporting business growth and supply chain performance