Strategic Sourcing Specialist—Metals & Consumables

USG; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

USG is seeking a Sourcing Specialist in Omaha to implement sourcing plans for consumables and metals used in manufacturing operations across the United States. This role creates and executes RFPs, manages supplier performance, and collaborates with plants, engineers, and quality teams to identify substitute raw materials.

The position requires negotiating pricing, coordinating with production planners, and addressing supplier issues.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred or 5+ years relevant experience.
• Experience in procurement or supply chain preferred.
• Experience working with suppliers and contract management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage annual sourcing spend of approximately $7.5M in line with objectives.
• Establish and maintain relationships with 15–20 suppliers; onboarding and monitoring.
• Develop product knowledge to support informed decisions.
• Negotiate pricing, quality, and delivery terms.
• Improve MRP accuracy by resolving data integrity issues.
• Process purchase orders based on MRP and planning needs.
• Monitor open POs and resolve discrepancies with suppliers.
• Ensure accurate unit costs and pricing; address AP matching.
• Manage inventory replenishment for all consumables.
• Analyze quotes, usage, lead times, and rebates for decisions.

Skills

Communication

Detail oriented

Analytical thinking

Independent work

Time management

Willing to travel

MS Excel

MS Office Suite

Education

B.A. or B.S in Business; Engineering, Supply Chain; or related field; or 5+ years experience

Tools

MRP systems

ERP software

MS Excel

MS Office Suite

Job description

USG is seeking a Sourcing Specialist in Omaha to implement sourcing plans for consumables and metals used in manufacturing operations across the United States. This role creates and executes RFPs, manages supplier performance, and collaborates with plants, engineers, and quality teams to identify substitute raw materials.

The position requires negotiating pricing, coordinating with production planners, and addressing supplier issues.