Sourcing Specialist

About the Role

This position drives supply chain cost effectiveness and performance improvement with suppliers while minimizing supplier risks for assigned categories. The core focus is on proactively identifying leverage opportunities and driving supplier actions that deliver value to diverse stakeholders. The successful candidate will develop key strategic relationships with suppliers to support global sourcing, manufacturing, and new product development strategies, working closely with global strategic sourcing, manufacturing, quality, operational procurement, and business unit leadership.

This role requires onsite work 5 days per week at our Mentor, OH office and is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship, H1B Transfer, or employment authorization requiring OPT.

Responsibilities

• Provide sourcing support to Marketing, R&D, Finance, Service, and Quality in all stages of new product development in accordance with STERIS’ NPD process.
• Develop and maintain expertise in the supply base’s contemporary technology to upgrade existing products and design into new products.
• Work with Operations and site teams to source commodities and collaborate on projects across multiple sites.
• Develop cross-functional short and long-term strategies to source assigned commodities, driving maximum value while ensuring supply continuity.
• Lead the identification of key supplier partners to strategically source and align with new product development needs.
• Conduct negotiations and issue contracts/agreements in compliance with applicable laws and STERIS Policies and Procedures.
• Establish strong relationships with key suppliers, track key metrics, and foster a collaborative environment to optimize supplier performance and innovation.
• Monitor supplier performance and take actions for necessary improvements.
• Lead and/or organize supplier audits (commercial, financial, and technical) to maintain a robust and capable supply base.
• Support dual/multiple sourcing efforts for assigned categories at the lowest total acquisition cost.
• Work cross-functionally with quality and purchasing partners to improve Quality, Delivery, and cost performance for assigned categories.
• Apply lean manufacturing concepts and continuous improvement opportunities to enhance supplier performance.
• Provide regular updates and reports on cost improvements and new product development programs.
• Support manufacturing activities by placing purchase orders and expediting to meet build requirements.
• Carry out duties ethically, legally, and professionally to contribute to internal and external customer satisfaction.
• Support buying functions on an as-needed basis.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain or related technical field.
• Three (3) to five (5) years’ experience in Purchasing/Sourcing or other business experience requiring strong negotiating skills.
• Experience in all aspects of sourcing, including contract negotiations, commodity-based materials management, project management, and commercial analysis.
• Excellent knowledge of MS Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and project management tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• ISM or ASCM certification.
• MBA.

Skills

• Excellent communication, problem-solving, project management, organizational, and negotiation skills.
• Driven and enthusiastic about establishing new approaches to reduce Total Cost of Ownership (TCO).
• Responds with urgency to meet and support customer needs, providing innovative and comprehensive solutions.
• Effectively negotiates, influences, and collaborates to achieve win-win solutions.
• Builds constructive cross-functional relationships and manages conflict while maintaining relationships.
• Handles change, ambiguity, and shifting priorities while staying focused on key business priorities.
• Manages projects effectively, ensuring deadlines and objectives are met.
• Stays current on industry trends, market factors, and benchmarks for process improvement.

Benefits

• Market-competitive pay.
• Extensive Paid Time Off (PTO) and 9 additional holidays.
• Comprehensive healthcare, dental, and vision benefits.
• Long/Short Term Disability coverage.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Maternity & Paternity Leave.
• Additional add-on benefits/discounts (e.g., Pet Insurance).
• Tuition reimbursement and continued education programs.
• Opportunities for advancement in a stable, long-term career.

Pay

Pay range for this opportunity is $82,000 - $100,000. This position is eligible for bonus participation. Minimum pay rates offered will comply with county/city minimums, if higher than the range listed. Pay rates are based on factors including local labor market costs, years of relevant experience, education, professional certifications, and foreign language fluency.

Schedule

This role requires onsite work 5 days per week at our Mentor, OH office.