Description

Strategic Sourcing Specialist will play a key role in the supply chain management process and will be responsible for optimizing savings and procedures by negotiating contracts, purchase agreements and supporting their commodity across all manufacturing locations. Create a strategic sourcing plan in order to mitigate risks and solve issues caused by supply chain disruptions. Establish cost saving initiatives and dual sourcing opportunities for current/upcoming projects across manufacturing locations. Meet with suppliers within your commodity to build and maintain the relationship. Work with suppliers to make sure we are receiving optimal care for the business and work to resolve any issues we may be dealing with for our manufacturing locations.

Job Duties

•\tExecuting and managing competitive business-wide contracts and supplier relationships using combined volume across all business units to obtain better pricing and terms.

•\tResearch current purchased parts and find alternatives that are more readily available and cost effective.

•\tWork with suppliers to set up and maintain Corporate Account and terms.

•\tWork with sister companies to combine similar products volume and work on contracts with key suppliers.

•\tAnalyze, collect and summarize data across the organization to support the decision- making process on the overall future procurement strategy

•\tAct as a point of contact between the company and suppliers, maintaining relationships, while continually scouting for additional vendors to support company future growth

•\tWork closely with the finance & legal department to ensure contract terms are favorable

•\tBuild sound, cost-effective strategies for the purchasing of materials used in the business

•\tConduct Quarterly Business Reviews with key suppliers to improve and enhance the quality of products purchased and the timeliness of deliveries to meet demand

•\tCreate and maintain Vendor Scorecards and review with suppliers

•\tHelp define risk management procedures to mitigate losses in the event of product shortages (Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity Plan)

•\tLiaises with key company employees to determine their product and service needs

•\tCreate safety stock strategies for products in D365

•\tSupport establishment of corporate processes supporting standardization of controlled processes pertaining to procurement to meet JSOX expectations

•\tNegotiate agreements, contracts, terms and deadlines with vendors, including both tactical (lowest price) and strategic (value vs cost), to support overall company goals and initiatives

•\tSupport the enhancement and improvement of current new vendor qualification process

•\tWork with IT to establish new reports and processes to enhance procurement functions

•\tHelp support cost savings initiatives with up-and-coming projects/current projects

•\tSupport all manufacturing locations with your designated commodity.

•\tOnboard and vet new suppliers.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Must Have:

•\tExperience working in procurement function

•\tStrong understanding of procurement and negotiation techniques and have prior negotiation experience

•\tStrong analytical, negotiation and conflict resolution skills

- Any ERP experience

-Strong Communication skills – able to build relationships with external suppliers

Nice to have

- experience with contracts

Personality Traits

- Prompt/On time

- Attention to detail

- Hard worker

- Self starter

There is possibly of having to visit St. Louis manufacturing site

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Noblesville, IN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $30.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job\n classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be\n subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits\n available for this temporary role may include the following:\n\n • Medical, dental & vision\n • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital\n • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available\n • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)\n • Short and long-term disability\n • Health Spending Account (HSA)\n • Transportation benefits\n • Employee Assistance Program\n • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Noblesville,IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 28, 2026.

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\n\nAbout Aston Carter:\n

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

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