Strategic Sourcing Specialist

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

401K plan

Commuter benefits

Paid leave

Job summary

PDS Tech Commercial in Tempe, AZ is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Specialist to drive global sourcing initiatives, negotiate with suppliers, and manage contracts. The role partners with Supply Chain, Engineering, Finance, Operations, Contracts, and Legal to achieve cost savings and enhanced supplier performance.

Responsibilities include deploying sourcing strategies, leading negotiations, onboarding suppliers, and managing procurement operations with analytics support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, finance, engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or supplier management.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.

Skills

Strategic Sourcing

Negotiation

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

ERP systems

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain

Bachelor's Degree in Finance

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

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

Pay Details: $50.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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• The California Fair Chance Act

• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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