Strategic Sourcing Specialist: Data-Driven Negotiations

Meijer, Inc.; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Scheduling flexibility

Paid parental leave

Paid education assistance

Team member discount

Development programs for advancement

Job summary

Meijer Inc. is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Specialist to execute sourcing initiatives within a defined category. You will work with stakeholders to ensure data accuracy for materials and services sourced, support vendor performance reviews and help shape sourcing strategies.

You will develop spend data, run RFXs, manage contracts, price negotiations and cost analyses, while aligning with category teams to maximize savings and supplier value.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business or Supply Chain preferred.
• Superior quantitative and qualitative analytical skills.
• Strong listening and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist with collection, analysis, benchmarking and reporting of category spend data.
• Develop and issue RFXs and lead basic sourcing events.
• Review contracts, pricing, POs and service levels.
• Monitor and report savings to Strategic Sourcing Lead.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Teamwork

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or Supply Chain

Tools

SAP/Ariba

Job description

Meijer Inc. is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Specialist to execute sourcing initiatives within a defined category. You will work with stakeholders to ensure data accuracy for materials and services sourced, support vendor performance reviews and help shape sourcing strategies.

You will develop spend data, run RFXs, manage contracts, price negotiations and cost analyses, while aligning with category teams to maximize savings and supplier value.