Strategic Sourcing Specialist — Hybrid & Localized

Atlas Copco Compressors LLC -North America Customer Center; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent paid time off (4 weeks)

Paid Holidays

Health insurance/ Dental insurance/ V…

Life & Disability insurance

Generous 401(k) retirement plan

Onboarding program and buddy system

Learning opportunities (LinkedInLearn…

Internal job portal

Job summary

Atlas Copco Compressors LLC -North America Customer Center in Charlotte, NC, seeks a Strategic Sourcing Specialist to join a local team of five purchasing professionals. The role is hybrid with two work-from-home days weekly and reports to the Purchasing Manager.

You will lead supplier relationship management, localize parts sourcing, and drive cost savings through cross-functional collaboration with Engineering, Planning, and Transportation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, or related field (or equivalent work experience).
• Relevant experience in purchasing, procurement, supply chain, logistics, operations, customer service, inside sales, business analysis, or a related business function.
• Experience supporting internal or external stakeholders through clear communication, follow-up, problem solving, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Exposure to supplier management, customer relationship management, operational improvement, cost analysis, or performance tracking is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work with data, identify trends, manage priorities, and translate business needs into clear actions.

Responsibilities

• Cultivate and maintain positive relationships with key suppliers to ensure the availability and quality of spare parts.
• Negotiate favorable terms and pricing with suppliers, driving value and savings for the organization.
• Monitor supplier performance, holding them accountable to KPIs related to quality, delivery, and cost-effectiveness.
• Source and evaluate alternative suppliers, with a focus on those capable of localizing part production, to support CTS Purchasing's commitment to ensuring high availability at the lowest total cost.
• Work closely with Engineering, Planning, Transportation, and other cross-functional teams to align Purchasing strategies with project and operational needs.
• Develop and implement a strategic approach to cost savings, identifying opportunities across sourcing, negotiation, and supplier partnerships to drive long-term value and achieve annual savings targets.
• Actively support working capital reduction efforts and provide detailed breakdowns of savings such as material, transport, and import duty savings.
• Collaborate with other Atlas Copco entities for volume leverage and product pricing.
• Take proactive and necessary actions to accomplish objectives, establishing and maintaining effective communication with all relevant stakeholders to ensure seamless collaboration and successful outcomes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Negotiation Proficiency

Effective Communication

Analytical Competence

ERP & Data Analytics Proficiency

Excel Expertise

Supply Chain Knowledge

Customer-Focused Approach

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, or related field

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Atlas Copco Compressors LLC -North America Customer Center in Charlotte, NC, seeks a Strategic Sourcing Specialist to join a local team of five purchasing professionals. The role is hybrid with two work-from-home days weekly and reports to the Purchasing Manager.

You will lead supplier relationship management, localize parts sourcing, and drive cost savings through cross-functional collaboration with Engineering, Planning, and Transportation.