USA_Sourcing Specialist _Buying​/Procurement

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

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.

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.

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.

At Lance Soft, 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…