Sourcing Specialist

Sourcing Specialist

We're currently hiring for a Sourcing Specialist on behalf of a client in Alachua, FL!

The Sourcing Specialist will develop and execute strategic sourcing initiatives for direct material categories within a manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for identifying and managing suppliers, optimizing cost and quality, mitigating supply risk, and ensuring sourcing strategies align with broader business and operational objectives.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement sourcing strategies for direct materials, mechanical components, and other critical production materials.
• Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers based on cost, quality, capacity, performance, and supply reliability.
• Manage supplier relationships and drive ongoing supplier performance improvement through regular reviews and collaboration.
• Lead supplier negotiations and support the development, execution, and management of contracts and supplier agreements.
• Identify and deliver cost-reduction opportunities through market research, supplier negotiations, and strategic sourcing initiatives.
• Conduct market and supplier analysis to evaluate pricing trends, supplier capabilities, market conditions, and potential sourcing risks.
• Partner cross-functionally with Engineering, Operations, Finance, and other internal teams to ensure sourcing strategies support business and operational needs.
• Support Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) analysis, inventory considerations, capacity analysis, and risk mitigation initiatives.
• Ensure suppliers meet applicable procurement, regulatory, confidentiality, sustainability, safety, and compliance requirements.
• Proactively identify and resolve supplier issues related to cost, quality, capacity, delivery, and overall performance.
• Manage RFQ, RFP, and RFI processes to solicit competitive bids and evaluate supplier proposals.
• Support supplier development activities to improve supplier capabilities, quality, and reliability.
• Collaborate on purchase order execution and contract administration to ensure accurate and timely procurement activities.
• Utilize Microsoft Excel and data-driven analysis to support cost analysis, market analysis, and sourcing decisions.
• Support projects involving sourcing initiatives, supplier transitions, and continuous improvement efforts.

• Minimum of 3 years of strategic sourcing experience, preferably within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Experience sourcing direct materials, mechanical components, or other production-related commodities.
• Proven experience with supplier negotiations, including commercial terms and long-term agreements.
• Hands-on experience with contract negotiation and contract management.
• Experience with supplier development and supplier performance management.
• Strong experience in direct procurement, purchasing, strategic sourcing, and vendor management.
• Strong understanding of supply chain principles and strategic sourcing methodologies.
• Experience sourcing technical, mechanical, or industrial components preferred.
• Ability to perform cost analysis, cost control, and Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) assessments.
• Experience conducting market analysis to evaluate pricing, supplier capabilities, and supply risks.
• Experience managing RFQ, RFP, and RFI processes.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel for data analysis, reporting, and sourcing-related calculations.
• Bachelors degree required.
• Experience supporting supplier quality, purchase order, and contract processes.
• Demonstrated ability to identify and mitigate supply-base risks.

Job Type &

Location:

This is a Permanent position based out of Alachua, FL.

Pay and Benefits:

Competitive salary around $85,000 plus bonus opportunity. Comprehensive benefits package and 401(k). Strong opportunity for career growth and advancement.

Workplace Type:
This is a fully onsite position in Alachua, FL.

Final date to receive applications:
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 22, 2026.