Strategic Sourcing Specialist: Data-Driven Savings

Meijer; 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 is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Specialist to execute category sourcing initiatives, collaborate with stakeholders on specifications, and monitor vendor performance. You will help shape procurement decisions and support supplier relationships within a dynamic retail environment.

The role emphasizes data-driven spend analysis, RFx development, and negotiation strategy, requiring collaboration across teams and strong analytical capabilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or Supply Chain, or equivalent experience.
• 1–3 years in sourcing, contract negotiation, price analysis, and purchasing.
• 3+ years in sourcing with emphasis on negotiation and cost analysis.

Responsibilities

• Assist with data collection, benchmarking and spend reporting for category management.
• Develop and issue RFIs/RFXs and lead basic to moderate sourcing events.
• Review contracts, pricing, POs and service levels; perform TCO analyses.
• Maintain supplier relationships and support cross-functional sourcing strategies.
• Support category management with data gathering and stakeholder interviews.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Time management

Leadership potential

Research skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business or Supply Chain

Tools

Microsoft Excel

SAP/Ariba

Job description

Meijer is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Specialist to execute category sourcing initiatives, collaborate with stakeholders on specifications, and monitor vendor performance. You will help shape procurement decisions and support supplier relationships within a dynamic retail environment.

The role emphasizes data-driven spend analysis, RFx development, and negotiation strategy, requiring collaboration across teams and strong analytical capabilities.