Strategic Sourcing Specialist | Packaging & Cost Savings

LHH; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vis

401(k) retirement with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Life and disability insurance

Wellness programs

Job summary

Elgin, IL—LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a well-established distribution company to recruit a Sourcing Specialist. You will source materials and packaging, build supplier relationships, and negotiate terms with vendors to support a fast-paced, high-SKU environment.

You will analyze data to identify cost savings, collaborate with operations and supply chain teams, and leverage advanced Excel to track trends. A 7.5% bonus and strong leadership support provide growth and stability.

Qualifications

• Experience in sourcing, procurement, purchasing, or supply chain.
• Strong supplier negotiation and vendor management experience.
• Packaging sourcing experience preferred.
• Advanced Excel skills and data analysis capabilities.
• Experience working in a high-SKU environment is highly desired.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Source products, packaging, and materials to support business needs.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts with vendors.
• Analyze purchasing and sourcing data to identify cost savings opportunities.
• Manage supplier performance and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Partner cross-functionally with operations, inventory, and supply chain teams.
• Utilize advanced Excel skills to track metrics, trends, and purchasing activity.
• Support sourcing strategies across a large and diverse SKU portfolio.

Skills

Sourcing

Supplier negotiations

Vendor management

Advanced Excel

Data analysis

High-SKU environment experience

Communication skills

Tools

Excel

Job description

Elgin, IL—LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a well-established distribution company to recruit a Sourcing Specialist. You will source materials and packaging, build supplier relationships, and negotiate terms with vendors to support a fast-paced, high-SKU environment.

You will analyze data to identify cost savings, collaborate with operations and supply chain teams, and leverage advanced Excel to track trends. A 7.5% bonus and strong leadership support provide growth and stability.