Indirect Sourcing Specialist

The Indirect Sourcing Specialist is responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and managing suppliers for indirect materials, MRO supplies, equipment, facilities-related purchases, and technical services that support manufacturing and business operations. This role partners closely with Engineering, Maintenance, Facilities, Operations, and other internal stakeholders to ensure cost-effective procurement, supplier performance, and uninterrupted operational support while driving continuous improvement and cost optimization initiatives.

Please note:

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Lite-On is unable to provide visa sponsorship or transfer sponsorship for this position.

• Source, evaluate, and qualify suppliers for indirect materials, equipment, MRO supplies, and technical services.
• Develop and maintain supplier relationships to ensure quality, cost competitiveness, and continuity of supply.
• Coordinate with suppliers regarding pricing, lead times, delivery schedules, quality requirements, and commercial terms.

• Manage RFQs/RFPs, supplier bids, and sourcing activities to secure competitive pricing and favorable contract terms.
• Lead supplier negotiations and support cost reduction initiatives across assigned spend categories.
• Identify opportunities for inventory optimization and supply chain efficiency improvements.

• Partner with Engineering, Maintenance, Facilities, and Operations teams to understand business and technical requirements.
• Review equipment, maintenance, and service requirements to develop effective sourcing strategies.
• Support procurement activities related to facility operations, capital projects, equipment maintenance, and technical services.

• Create and maintain purchase orders, supplier records, inventory data, contracts, and procurement documentation.
• Ensure timely replenishment of required materials and services while maintaining compliance with company policies.
• Support procurement process standardization, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Monitor supplier performance using key metrics including quality, responsiveness, fill rates, cost, and on-time delivery.
• Resolve supplier-related issues involving quality, delivery, and service performance.
• Identify opportunities to improve supplier performance, standardize purchases, reduce risk, and enhance operational efficiency.

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
• 3+ years of sourcing, procurement, or purchasing experience, preferably supporting manufacturing operations.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Dynamics, or similar) and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of supplier management, contract negotiations, MRO purchasing, and procurement best practices.
• Preferred certifications: CPSM, CIPS, CSCP, or equivalent.
• Experience with indirect sourcing, facilities procurement, capital equipment, and technical services is preferred.