Job Title: Senior Sourcing Specialist

Pay Rate: Up to $75k

Location: Chandler, AZ

Employment Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire | On-Site

Shift: Mon-Fri 7am-4pm

Summary

A well-established provider of specialized products and services to highly regulated industries is seeking an experienced Sourcer to lead sourcing initiatives across Maintenance, Repair, and Operations (MRO) categories. This role is ideal for a resourceful and results-driven procurement professional who thrives on solving complex sourcing challenges, developing supplier partnerships, and driving measurable cost savings. The Senior Sourcer will manage new product requests, support ad hoc sourcing needs, and lead cost-reduction initiatives across a diverse range of commodities. Working closely with both new and existing suppliers, this individual will identify and qualify sourcing solutions that improve product availability, reduce costs, shorten lead times, and deliver greater value to internal stakeholders and customers alike.

Key Responsibilities

• Source products and identify qualified suppliers to support customer requests and open opportunities.
• Serve as a technical resource to the sales team by answering product-related questions and recommending effective customer solutions.
• Respond to customer inquiries within established timelines to maintain a high standard of service.
• Lead supplier negotiations involving pricing, contractual terms, lead times, and delivery commitments.
• Continuously seek opportunities to lower sourcing costs, expand product offerings, and enhance value for customers.
• Analyze market conditions, supplier performance, and spending trends to uncover savings opportunities and drive process improvements.
• Build and maintain strong supplier partnerships that deliver quality products, reliable service, and competitive pricing.
• Collaborate with internal departments to identify growth opportunities and support overall business objectives.
• Coordinate tender submissions and manage contract negotiations from initiation through execution.
• Contribute as an active member of a collaborative, high-performing team focused on achieving company goals.
• Develop expertise in the company's products, supplier network, customer applications, and competitive marketplace.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or a related field preferred.
• Prior experience in sourcing, procurement, supply chain, or a similar function preferred.
• Demonstrated success evaluating, selecting, and negotiating with suppliers.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities with a solutions-focused approach.
• Comfortable working on-site in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Excellent organizational, administrative, and time-management skills.
• Ability to quickly learn and understand technical products and specifications.
• Strong negotiation skills with sound judgment and decision-making capabilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications; experience with SAP ERP systems is highly preferred.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and adaptable with the ability to think strategically.
• Effective team player who collaborates well and supports colleagues across departments.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines and service expectations.
• Experience with industrial supplies, MRO materials, critical spare parts, electrical components, or similar technical products is a significant advantage.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.