Sourcing Specialist

We are seeking a motivated Procurement & Sourcing Specialist to support major manufacturing and facility investment projects across our global operations. This is an exciting opportunity for an early-career procurement professional looking to develop expertise in strategic sourcing, supplier management, contract negotiations, and project-based procurement. You'll work closely with engineering, operations, finance, and project teams to help drive critical investments while contributing to cost savings and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Support sourcing and procurement activities for major projects and strategic initiatives.
• Lead and manage Request for Quotation (RFQ) and Request for Proposal (RFP) processes with suppliers and contractors.
• Evaluate supplier proposals, pricing structures, and overall project costs.
• Participate in contract negotiations and commercial discussions.
• Partner with engineering, operations, finance, and project teams to align sourcing decisions with business and project requirements.
• Monitor project milestones, supplier deliverables, and procurement schedules.
• Assist with supplier selection, bid evaluations, and approval processes.
• Build and maintain strong supplier and contractor relationships.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings, supplier optimization, and process improvements.
• Support a growing sourcing organization by contributing to best practices and continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Procurement, or a related field preferred.
• 1-3 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, purchasing, supply chain, or indirect procurement.
• Experience supporting RFQs, supplier communications, vendor management, or sourcing projects.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and negotiation skills.
• Experience working within an ERP system.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders simultaneously.
• Self-motivated professional who can quickly learn new processes and operate independently.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $36.00 - $42.78/hr.

Benefits

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Schedule

This is a hybrid position in Saint Paul, MN. This is a Contract to Hire role.