Sourcing Analyst

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strong internal and external relationships with key business partners and suppliers.
  




• Lead spend analysis and cost optimization initiatives across assigned categories; identify, track, and report savings opportunities.
  




• Support the Senior Sourcing Manager by compiling, organizing, and analyzing data for end\-to\-end sourcing events (RFQ, RFP, RFI).
  




• Develop, maintain, and monitor supplier performance scorecards; drive supplier relationship management (SRM) and continuous improvement initiatives.
  




• Support supplier risk assessments by monitoring Business Continuity Plans (BCPs) and ensuring at\-risk suppliers complete required milestones.
  




• Manage supplier escalations and negotiateF; negotiate tradeoffs to reduce risk of line\-down or supply interruptions.
  




• Negotiate unfavorable price variances and tariff impacts with suppliers to minimize impact to P&L.
  




• Support S&OP meetings with top suppliers by compiling data, updating KPIs and scorecards, capturing meeting notes, and tracking action items.
  




• Analyze internal data and market intelligence to support development of supplier negotiation strategies and cost\-reduction initiatives.
  




• Support compliance\-related sourcing projects led by the Senior Sourcing Manager.
  




• Support New Product Development (NPD) sourcing activities, as required.
  

Personal Attributes

• Excellent interpersonal, written, verbal, and presentation skills.
  




• Strong negotiation and influencing skills with the ability to collaborate cross\-functionally.
  




• Creative, decisive problem\-solving capabilities with strong analytical thinking.
  




• Proven ability to meet timelines and manage multiple priorities.
  




• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
  

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in procurement, logistics, or supply chain within a high\-volume manufacturing environment.
  




• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field.
  




• Demonstrated ability to influence and collaborate across functions.
  




• Strong analytical skills with the ability to absorb information and solve complex problems efficiently.
  




• Solid knowledge of sourcing and procurement procedures.
  




• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in Procurement, Operations, Logistics, Planning, and Forecasting.
  




• Financial management experience, including budget development and cost control.
  




• SAP experience strongly preferred.