USA_Sourcing Specialist 1_Buying/Procurement

Lancesoft; Claremore (OK); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

401k Contributions

Critical Illness Insurance

Voluntary Permanent Life Insurance

Accident Insurance

Other Employee Perks

Job summary

LanceSoft in Claremore, OK is seeking a Sourcing Specialist to manage purchase orders, supplier relationships, and expedite POs to maintain production schedules. The role focuses on coordinating with manufacturing, planning, logistics, engineering, and sourcing teams to mitigate shortages and avoid delays.

Candidates should have 4+ years in sourcing/procurement, a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience), SAP experience preferred, and strong Excel skills.

Qualifications

• 4+ years experience in Sourcing/Procurement.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED with equivalent experience in Sourcing).
• Experience with direct materials in a manufacturing environment, including expediting and shortage management.

Responsibilities

• Place and follow-up on POs and manage supplier relationships for PO execution.
• Expedite POs and address shortages, communicating risks and driving solutions.
• Update ERP and support special projects with PO management and process improvements.
• Coordinate with suppliers, manufacturing, planning, logistics, engineering, and sourcing teams to mitigate supply risks and meet delivery commitments.
• Maintain ERP accuracy and track order status, shortages, and action items to sustain supply continuity.

Skills

SAP experience

Excel

Cross-functional communication

Problem solving

Relationship building

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

High School Diploma / GED with equivalent experience in Sourcing

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Job Description:

Title: Sourcing Specialist Location: Claremore, OK 74017 Duration: 0-12+ months Shift: 8: 00 AM - 4: 30 PM Pay Rate: $35 - $40/hr on w2

Job Duties / Responsibilities

Place and follow-up on POs. Manage relationships with suppliers for PO execution. Manage problems and schedule changes. Expedite POs and support chasing shortages on parts, proactively communicating shortages and driving solutions for them. Update ERP. Support special projects with managing POs, process improvement, and supply continuity. Handles communication with colleagues and the business on order status, shortages, and supplier delivery performance. Managing Supplier Delays and Material Shortages. Identifying potential shortages before they impact production. Expediting open POs and driving suppliers to meet commitments. Developing contingency plans when suppliers miss delivery dates. Balancing Multiple Priorities in a Fast-Paced Environment. Managing a high volume of purchase orders while supporting special projects. Responding to schedule changes, urgent requests, and escalation issues. Maintaining ERP accuracy while handling daily operational demands. Influencing Cross-Functional Stakeholders Without Direct Authority. Coordinating with suppliers, manufacturing, planning, logistics, engineering, and sourcing teams. Communicating supply risks and gaining alignment on mitigation plans. Managing stakeholder expectations when shortages or delays occur. Proactive Ownership. Anticipates supply risks before they become production issues. Takes initiative to follow up, elevate, and drive resolution without constant direction. Maintains accurate PO, supplier, and ERP data. Effectively tracks multiple orders, delivery commitments, and action items simultaneously. Focused on maintaining supply continuity and meeting business needs. Persistent in driving suppliers and internal stakeholders toward solutions and deadlines. Clearly communicates order status, shortages, and recovery plans. Tailors messaging effectively for suppliers, leadership, and internal stakeholders. Quickly assesses root causes of shortages and delivery issues. Develops practical solutions to minimize operational impact. Builds strong working relationships with suppliers and cross-functional teams. Creates partnerships that help improve responsiveness, delivery performance, and issue resolution.

Qualifications / Requirements

Required Qualifications 4+ years experience Sourcing/Procurement. Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED with equivilant experience in Sourcing). Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED with equivalent experience in Sourcing). Experience with direct materials in a manufacturing environment, including in expediting and shortage management.

Desired Characteristics / Preferred Qualifications

SAP experience (purchasing/MM) strongly preferred. Experience with direct materials in a manufacturing environment, including in expediting and shortage management. Very comfortable communicating cross functionally. Proficient in Excel. Strong oral and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal and leadership skills. Self starter. Ability to work independently. Strong problem solving skills. Outside processing experience a plus. Detail-Oriented and Organized. Results-Driven Mindset. Communication. Problem Solving. Relationship Building & Collaboration. SAP and Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel). Spanish Speaking a plus but not required.

Employee Benefits:

At LanceSoft, full-time regular employees who work a minimum of 30 hours a week or more are entitled to the following benefits: Four options of medical Insurance Dental and Vision Insurance 401k Contributions Critical Illness Insurance Voluntary Permanent Life Insurance Accident Insurance Other Employee Perks EEO Employer LanceSoft is a certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and an equal-opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. LanceSoft makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.