Strategic Sourcing Specialist — Industrial Procurement

Strategic Sourcing Specialist — Industrial Procurement Join a team focused on precision, partnership, and performance. In this role, you will steward supplier relationships, create data-driven procurement plans, and ensure materials arrive on time and at the right cost and quality.

• No relocation:
  This position DOES NOT offer relocation assistance.
• Impact:
  Keep production on schedule by aligning sourcing strategies with inventory and demand forecasts.
• Collaboration:
  
  Work across operations, engineering, and finance to translate requirements into purchase decisions.
• Excellence:
  Elevate supplier performance through rigorous evaluation and negotiation.

• Research and identify reliable suppliers that meet organizational needs.
• Evaluate suppliers on quality, cost, and delivery reliability; drive continuous improvement.
• Negotiate contracts and pricing to secure favorable terms.
• Collaborate with internal teams to understand purchasing requirements and specifications.
• Forecast demand and develop effective procurement plans.
• Monitor inventory levels to avoid shortages and overstock.
• Analyze market trends to pinpoint cost-saving opportunities.
• Solicit and compare quotes to ensure competitive pricing.
• Optimize purchasing budgets in line with company goals.
• Issue purchase orders and track delivery status end-to-end.
• Confirm receipt accuracy for both quantity and quality.
• Resolve delays, defects, and shipment discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate records of purchases, contracts, and supplier communications.
• Ensure adherence to company policies, legal regulations, and industry standards.

• Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain management, or related field (required).
• Professional certifications like CIPP or CIPM (preferred).
• 5+ years of purchasing experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Proven negotiation, analytical, and communication skills; proficiency with procurement software; understanding of supply chain principles and market dynamics.
• Track record of meeting deadlines.
• Strong organizational and planning capability.
• Effective communicator with operators, supervisors, and all management levels.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Supplier Management
• Commodity Purchasing Experience
• Sourcing and Procurement Experience
• Supplier Negotiation Experience

HYCO Alabama is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.