Procurement Specialist, Sourcing Specialist

SUMMARY

The Sourcing Specialist is responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies and activities for assigned client requirements, commodities, and company programs. This role balances tactical execution with strategic input, including supplier selection, competitive sourcing, and continuous improvement of cost, quality, data integrity, and delivery performance across equipment, parts, and services.

This role manages supplier relationships, monitors performance, mitigates risk, and ensures compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.

This position supports cost reduction initiatives and overall supply chain efficiency in collaboration with internal teams including Purchasing, Finance, and Operations. The Sourcing Specialist may also interface directly with customers to support sourcing initiatives, project execution, and issue resolution.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Sourcing Execution & Operational Support
• Works with Site and Customer Service Leadership in developing a strong understanding of client business and associated needs.
• Executes sourcing initiatives that support cost reduction, lead time improvement, and supplier performance objectives.
• Develops and recommends sourcing strategies for assigned commodities, suppliers, or client programs, exercising independent judgment in evaluating supply base options, risk, and total cost impact.
• Identifies, evaluates, and qualifies suppliers to support ongoing and new business requirements.
• Performs and oversees vendor intake and onboarding activities in accordance with documented processes, customer SLAs, and performance targets.
• Supports supplier relationships to ensure continuity of goods and services that meet the quality, service and price performance standards of the company.
• Participates in quarterly review of suppliers’ performance utilizing the Supplier Scorecard Program and the Supplier Risk Program
• Supports and may lead portions of supplier review discussions, including preparation and presentation of performance data.
• Maintains supplier database information including supplier set-up and updates as required.
• Ensures data parameters are accurate upon input and maintenance.
• Independently identifies and resolves material and supply issues by determining and implementing alternative sourcing solutions to mitigate supply risk, escalating only matters outside assigned scope of authority.
• Monitors market conditions and provides input on sourcing opportunities, risks, and supplier trends.

Sourcing & Supplier Management
• Leads RFQ/RFP processes for assigned materials and services.
• Performs bid analysis and makes supplier selection and award recommendations based on total cost, capability, and risk, carrying significant weight in final sourcing decisions.
• Develops and executes sourcing plans for assigned spend areas or projects, exercising independent judgment in setting approach and priorities.
• Leads supplier capability assessments and makes sourcing decisions within assigned scope of authority.
• Negotiates pricing, commercial terms, and contract conditions with suppliers within assigned scope of authority, exercising independent judgment to reach agreements that meet cost, quality, and delivery objectives.
• Supports supplier performance reviews, including contributions to Supplier Scorecard and Supplier Risk Programs.
• Builds and maintains working relationships with suppliers to support performance and continuous improvement.

Strategic Support & Continuous Improvement
• Identifies cost-saving opportunities, process improvements, and supply base optimization initiatives.
• Supports implementation of sourcing strategies and supplier transitions.
• Develops category or commodity strategies in collaboration with senior sourcing leadership, exercising independent judgment in analysis, supplier recommendations, and strategic direction.

Data, Reporting & Risk Management
• Works closely with other departments to resolve Sourcing related issues and ensure organizational alignment with Sourcing objectives.
• Independently manages part intake and part number creation activities, including determining appropriate classification and loading new parts into ERP systems, ensuring alignment with customer SLAs and performance targets.
• Ensures accuracy and completeness of part data, including descriptions, attributes, and supplier alignment within ERP systems.
• Utilizes ERP systems and reporting tools to analyze sourcing data and support decision-making.
• Owns item master data integrity within the P2P system, including ANSI-standardized unit of measure (UOM) data and UNSPSC categorization.
• Maintains supplier-driven item attributes, including MOQs, current pricing, pricing tiers, and MPN/VPN changes, to keep item master data accurate and up to date.
• Investigates and resolves recurring data integrity issues within P2P, recommending process improvements as needed.

Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Works in a team environment, requiring regular interaction with Managers, Site Leads, Inventory Planners, IT, Finance, and Buyers.
• Collaborates cross-functionally to align sourcing activities with operational, financial, and customer requirements.

OTHER DUTIES
• Performs other duties as required.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education and/or Experience
• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent combination of education and industry work experience.
• Three (3) years of Industry experience in a direct or cross functional capacity.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

• Working knowledge of sourcing processes, including RFQ/RFP execution, supplier evaluation, and bid analysis.
• Ability to analyze supplier quotes, cost drivers, and market data to support sourcing decisions.
• Experience with supplier onboarding, vendor management, and maintaining supplier data.
• Strong analytical, negotiating support and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to balance tactical execution with strategic thinking in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective oral & written communications skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams, interact with suppliers, and customers.
• Self-motivated, energetic, and able to perform with minimal supervision.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a metrics- and SLA-driven environment.
• Ability to organize and prioritize a variety of tasks and projects.

Computer Skills
• Intermediate level in Microsoft Office Suite with demonstrated proficiency in Excel (Able to work with pivot tables, use lookup formulas, etc.).
• Experience with ERP Systems such as SAP, Oracle, and Microsoft Dynamics and other Procure-to Pay platforms such as Coupa, and NetSuite.

Language Skills
English (verbal, reading, writing)

Mathematical Skills
Intermediate

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Experience in sourcing, supplier development, or procurement strategy support.
• Three years of purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment.
• CPSM or CPM desired.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee uses his/her hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, or crouch; talk or hear. The employee uses computer and telephone equipment. The employee also regularly lifts and/or moves objects up to 10 pounds. Specific vision requirements of this job include close vision and distance vision.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee rarely is exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described above are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

OTHER INFORMATION
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

For this position, the expected base pay range is $52,400 – $65,500 Annual. Actual compensation will be determined based on job-related factors such as relevant experience, skills, education, certifications, and geographic location, in accordance with applicable laws and company policy.

Information regarding DSV’s benefits offerings, including eligibility, coverage options, and plan details, is available through the . Benefits, programs, and eligibility may vary by location and division in accordance with applicable state and local laws.