Strategic Sourcing Specialist II

GDKN Corp.; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

GDKN Corp. in Tempe, AZ is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Specialist II to execute global sourcing initiatives and supplier negotiations.

You will partner with cross-functional teams across Supply Chain, Engineering, Contracts, Legal, Finance, and Operations to drive cost competitiveness, ensure data integrity, and support business objectives. The role requires experience in strategic sourcing, contract administration, and supplier compliance, with knowledge of SAP and eSourcing tools.

Qualifications

• Experience with SAP, eSourcing platforms, RFQ tools, and contract lifecycle management systems.
• Aerospace, manufacturing, or other complex supply chain experience.
• Knowledge of contract administration and supplier compliance processes.
• Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement experience.
• Professional certifications such as CPSM, CSCP, PMP, CPCM, or equivalent.
• Demonstrated business and financial acumen.

Responsibilities

• Execute sourcing strategies and supplier management activities aligned with business and annual operating plan objectives.
• Lead supplier negotiations and support cost, quality, delivery, and performance improvement initiatives.
• Prepare, review, and administer sourcing and contractual documents, including NDAs, amendments, novations, assignments, and assumptions.
• Manage supplier compliance activities, including ETRs, supplier scorecards, FAIRs, and Fair & Reasonable Price Justifications (FRPJs).
• Coordinate RFQ activities, should-cost requests, pricing validations, and supplier performance analysis.
• Maintain supplier, contract, pricing, and material master data within SAP and contract management systems.
• Analyze demand, spend, and supplier performance data to support sourcing decisions and business reviews.
• Resolve supplier portal, purchase order, and system-related issues while ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders globally to execute strategic initiatives and drive operational excellence

Education

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

Tools

SAP

eSourcing platforms

RFQ tools

Contract lifecycle management systems

Job description

The staffing solutions division of GDKN is a leading provider of end-to-end solutions in the temporary staffing space. With companies across the globe laying critical emphasis on their human resources management, demand for temporary staffing is rapidly growing because it improves focus on core/critical activities and can be adapted to the seasonal nature of business, addresses business uncertainties and the demand for rapid growth. In short, temporary staffing creates a very nimble human capital platform which allows organizations to maximize their productivity and flexibility at all times.

GDKN is one of the very few minority business enterprises in North America that has the status of Preferred vendor with world’s largest corporations in various industries including:

• Electric
• Gas
• Telephone Utilities
• Manufacturing
• Defense
• Information Technology

Having worked with a multitude of the world’s largest clients, GDKN has gained significant expertise in providing staffing solutions which are specifically targeted to meet our client’s unique needs with a highly innovative tactical and strategic approach and extensive capabilities for scalability and flexibility.

Our staffing solutions focus on every detailed aspect of a business and ensure that you have the perfect talent for your critical business needs. We keep adapting and expanding to ensure that we always surpass our client’s expectations.

Our staffing solutions division has access to an unparalleled pool of candidates from which our dedicated team rigorously screen and evaluate to ensure ideal human resources are identified for our client’s unique needs. Our dedicated team is the group of certified experts many of which have years of experience in their related field of expertise.

We do not just focus on finding the perfect talent for our clients; we allow them to focus on growing their business and achieving their goals by ensuring that we adhere to the strictest labor compliance standards.

Our activities are compliant with the laws prevailing in the countries and municipalities we do business in and our team of labor law experts ensures that your organization is compliant with all current applicable labor regulations. Labor Law Compliance Management is an important component of our business which we continue to keep as a top priority.

With over 20 years in the staffing industry, highly customizable staffing solutions, unparalleled sourcing methodology and global capabilities, we are uniquely equipped to identify the right talent for your organization. GDKN will provide your organization with the flexibility to staff up or down, depending on your business needs.

Job Description

• The Strategic Sourcing Specialist II is responsible for executing strategic sourcing initiatives, supplier negotiations, contract administration, and compliance activities in support of a global supply base.
• This role partners cross-functionally with Supply Chain, Engineering, Contracts, Legal, Finance, and Operations to drive cost competitiveness, ensure data integrity, and support business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute sourcing strategies and supplier management activities aligned with business and annual operating plan objectives.
• Lead supplier negotiations and support cost, quality, delivery, and performance improvement initiatives.
• Prepare, review, and administer sourcing and contractual documents, including NDAs, amendments, novations, assignments, and assumptions.
• Manage supplier compliance activities, including ETRs, supplier scorecards, FAIRs, and Fair & Reasonable Price Justifications (FRPJs).
• Coordinate RFQ activities, should-cost requests, pricing validations, and supplier performance analysis.
• Maintain supplier, contract, pricing, and material master data within SAP and contract management systems.
• Analyze demand, spend, and supplier performance data to support sourcing decisions and business reviews.
• Resolve supplier portal, purchase order, and system-related issues while ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders globally to execute strategic initiatives and drive operational excellence

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with SAP, eSourcing platforms, RFQ tools, and contract lifecycle management systems.
• Aerospace, manufacturing, or other complex supply chain experience.
• Knowledge of contract administration and supplier compliance processes.
• Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement experience.
• Professional certifications such as CPSM, CSCP, PMP, CPCM, or equivalent.
• Demonstrated business and financial acumen.

Core Competencies

• Financial and Commercial Analysis

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, supply chain, or commodity management.
• Experience negotiating with suppliers and managing commercial relationships.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and ERP systems

Additional Information

Questions

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1. 1.Tell me about your experience managing strategic sourcing or procurement activities. What commodities, categories, or services have you been responsible for sourcing, and what was your role in the process?
2. 2. Describe a supplier negotiation you led. What was the situation, what approach did you take, and what was the outcome in terms of cost, delivery, quality, or contract terms?
3. 3. Walk me through the systems and tools you've used to support sourcing and supplier management activities. How have you used ERP systems such as SAP in your day-to-day work?