strategic sourcing specialist

State of North Carolina

<div><p><b>Agency
</b></p>Department of Information Technology
<p></p><p><b>Division
</b></p>Chief Deputy SCIO
<p></p><p><b>Job Classification Title
</b></p>IT Strategic Sourcing Specialist II (NS)
<p></p><p><b>Position Number
</b></p>65010100
<p></p><p><b>Grade
</b></p>DT08
<p></p><p><b>About Us
</b></p><p>The N.C. Department of Information Technology (NCDIT) serves as the Technology Center for the State of NC. Services that NCDIT provides reach a client base of state and local government agencies, as well as schools, colleges and universities. NCDIT&rsquo;s mission is to enable trusted business-driven solutions that meet the needs of North Carolinians. NCDIT provides technology services to state agencies and is charged with closing the digital divide by expanding availability of broadband services and promoting the adoption of affordable, high-speed internet.
</p><p></p><p><b>Description of Work
</b></p>Salary Range: $72,993 - $109,490
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Are you ready to take the next step in your career?
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We currently have an opening for an IT Strategic Sourcing Specialist II
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This position may be eligible for hybrid remote work in accordance with state policy and the agency&rsquo;s remote work program but does require weekly onsite work<br>
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This position is responsible for developing and executing strategic sourcing strategies for IT goods and services, including but not limited to preparation, evaluation, administration, vendor management and negotiations of very complex statewide information technology procurement agreements and statewide contracts and ongoing management of existing IT contracts. This position serves as the single point of contact with Agency users, DIT, and vendors; develops and implements the sourcing strategy for IT goods and services in the area of oversight; supporting and development of cross-functional teams, managing ongoing vendor relationships and driving reporting and tracking of contracts utilized by the State. Establishes metrics, processes and procedures and oversight management model required to ensure optimum vendor delivery, service, quality and pricing. Monitors vendor contracts to ensure terms and conditions are met.
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Key Responsibilities:
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<ul><li>Develop, edit, review, and revise IFBs, RFQs, and RFPs of varying complexity
</li><li>Ensure that statewide contracts and enterprise license agreements comply with procurement laws and regulations for information technology and State security, privacy, and architecture policies
</li><li>Contract Management - maintain statewide contracts and vendor enterprise agreements, ensure vendor compliance with contract terms, resolve contract disputes, and monitor vendor performance
</li><li>Conduct market research to stay abreast of changes in technology, source of supply and cost to ensure statewide contracts remain current
</li><li>Work involves identifying opportunities for procurement consolidation and cost savings to maximize what is spent on commodities through strategic sourcing
</li><li>Interpret and apply established procurement rules and regulations, explain these rules to the departments and vendors
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About the Division:
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The Statewide IT Procurement Office is responsible for the procurement and oversight of information technology procurements and contracts for State entities including the following major roles: Conduct IT procurements to support the needs of the State. Conduct statewide procurements of IT hardware (Volume Purchasing), software (Enterprise License Agreements), and services based on the aggregated demand of the State. Ensure compliance with requirements of procurement laws and regulations for information technology, including compliance with and negotiation of contract terms and conditions for Enterprise License Agreements, hardware, software and service contacts. Review, modify and approve/reject State entity solicitations that do not adhere to State policies and guidelines involving legal terms and conditions, project management, technical architecture, security and other standards as required. Provide contract management, vendor management, negotiations, monitoring, oversight and administration for all statewide contracts for IT hardware, software and services. Provide procurement advisory services, technical assistance and formal training on IT procurement, including best practices for writing IT bids and specifications, contract management, negotiations, vendor management.
<p></p><p><b>Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences
</b></p><p><b>The following Management Preferences are not required, but applicants that possess these skills are preferred:
</b></p><ul><li><p>Knowledge of information technology procurement and purchasing procedures and
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regulations of the State of North Carolina or similar public sector entity
</p></li><li><p>Demonstrated experience in procurement and contract management processes and procedures in a public sector environment
</p></li><li><p>SAP Ariba enterprise resource planning (ERP) system experience
</p></li></ul><p></p><p>Discover why NCDIT is the ideal destination for your professional growth - Why Work for NCDIT
</p><p></p><p><b>Minimum Education and Experience
</b></p><p>Some state job postings say you can qualify by an &ldquo;equivalent combination of education and experience.&rdquo; If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.
</p><p></p><p>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in business or related area from an appropriately accredited institution and four years of progressively responsible experience in the area of procurement specifically related to strategic sourcing, including experience with vendor management, solicitation, evaluation, and negotiation of contracts,
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</p><p>Associate degree in business or related area from an appropriately accredited institution and six years of progressively responsible experience in the area of procurement specifically related to strategic sourcing, including experience with vendor management, solicitation, evaluation, and negotiation of contracts; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
</p><p></p><p><b>EEO Statement
</b></p><p>T he State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.
</p><p></p><p><b>Recruiter:
</b></p>Tajia Brown
<p></p><p><b>Recruiter Email:
</b></p><p>dit_hr_recruitment@nc.gov</p></div>

IT Strategic Sourcing Specialist II

Medtronic

<div><p>At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. You&rsquo;ll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world.
</p><p></p><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>A Day in the Life
</b></h1><p></p><p><b>Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned.
</b></p><p></p><p>Provides project management and sourcing expertise to cross-functional, cross-divisional commodity teams. Facilitates these teams in the development and execution of long-term strategies that will optimize Medtronic's position in terms of quality, cycle/response time, technology, risk, and total cost. Mitigates risk, leverages technology and purchase power, improves processes and systems, and reduces overall cost of ownership and acquisition. Negotiates, establishes and monitors supplier agreements.
</p><ul><li>Responsible for managing the full procurement lifecycle for specified contingent labor categories.
</li><li>Act as the primary point of contact for staffing suppliers, ensuring adherence to SLAs, market rates, onboarding timelines, and compliance requirements.
</li><li>Provide consultancy to Medtronic managers; staffing strategy, day-to-day supplier management / issue resolution
</li><li>Review and qualify new requisitions prior to release/posting to staffing suppliers.
</li></ul><ul><li>Provide support and training to Hiring Managers through the entire Procure to Pay process related to Contingent Workers.
</li><li>Facilitate assignment changes (including extensions, transfers, backfills, etc.).
</li><li>Laison between managers and supplier for coaching, ER issues, performance issues, furloughs.
</li><li>Manage On/Off Boarding process (terminations).
</li></ul><ul><li>Resolve operational issues related to worker engagement, timesheets, invoicing, and offboarding.
</li><li>Lead Q&amp;A sessions between suppliers and Hiring Managers on requisitions.
</li><li>Manage tenure exception/negotiation process. Advise on conversion strategy
</li><li>Support audits, reporting, and data analysis related to contingent labor utilization, spend, and supplier diversity.
</li><li>Negotiate rates with Suppliers to obtain fair market price for each position via a competitively bid program model.
</li><li>Develop proactive Supplier and Stakeholder relationships.
</li><li>Deliver comprehensive reporting (Standard &amp; Ad-Hoc) to customers as requested or work with Program Reporting Analyst to submit requests and establish prioritization.
</li><li>Conduct ongoing user training for Medtronic users and suppliers.
</li><li>Pre ID Management
</li></ul><ul><li>Manage rate negotiations against internal job leveling guides and rates
</li><li>Ensure compliance to 60-day break policy for prior workers or returning employees
 </li></ul><ul><li>Independent Contractor management.
</li></ul><ul><li>Perform initial vetting and consulting for independent contractor requests
</li><li>Complete SOW configuration, updates and manage billing approvals
</li></ul><ul><li>Present, align, and implement business strategy changes. Where possible, benchmark with other companies to determine best overall practices for assigned commodity area.
</li><li>Monitor Supplier performance using scorecards; conduct regular business reviews to drive continuous improvement.
</li><li>Partnering with TA on conversion terms, timelines.
</li></ul><p></p><p><b>Required Knowledge and Experience:
</b></p><ul><li>Requires mastery of a specialty area and full knowledge of industry practices, typically obtained through advanced education combined with experience.
</li><li>May have broad knowledge of project management.
</li><li>Requires a Baccalaureate degree (or for degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree which satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. &sect; 214.2(h)( 4)(iii)(A) and minimum 7 years of relevant experience, or advanced degree with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.
</li></ul><p></p><p><b>Nice to Have:
</b></p><ul><li>Contingent staffing industry experience preferred
</li><li>Experience with VMS (vendor management systems) such as VNDLY, Fieldglass, Beeline
</li><li>Sense of urgency
</li><li>Change management experience
</li><li>Strong relationship building
</li><li>Vendor negotiation
</li><li>Full life cycle recruiting experience
</li><li>Understanding contracts/staffing agreements.
</li></ul><p></p><p><b>Physical Job Requirements
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The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.
</p><p></p><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Benefits &amp; Compensation
</b></h1><p><b>Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package
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A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.<br>
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</p>This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).
<p></p><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>About Medtronic
</b></h1><p>We lead global healthcare technology and boldly attack the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions.
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Our Mission &mdash; to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life &mdash; unites a global team of 95,000+ passionate people.
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We are engineers at heart&mdash; putting ambitious ideas to work to generate real solutions for real people. From the R&amp;D lab, to the factory floor, to the conference room, every one of us experiments, creates, builds, improves and solves. We have the talent, diverse perspectives, and guts to engineer the extraordinary.</p></div><p></p>

Principal Strategic Sourcing Specialist

Amazon

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 Are you a Strategic Sourcing superstar looking to make a big impact?
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 As Amazon rapidly becomes the world's largest consumer of corporate services, our Global Corporate Procurement team is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Specialist to join us in Arlington, VA.
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 Strategic Sourcing Specialists, working under the general direction of more senior team members, manage strategic sourcing engagements as a central team supporting a wide range of Amazon and subsidiary business units.
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 In this pivotal role, you'll design innovative sourcing strategies and lead sourcing engagements across a wide range of business units. Your mission? Improve performance, optimize efficiency, ensure top-notch quality, and enable new initiatives to launch and scale with lightning speed.
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 Demonstrating a passionate commitment to procurement excellence, you will flawlessly handle and execute sourcing initiatives, communicating efficiently and effectively with stakeholders across various business units. Adept at juggling multiple priorities, you will thrive in the fast-paced, dynamic environment, contributing to both short-term tactical and long-term strategic efforts.
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 Does this sound like your next great challenge? If you're passionate about finding the right products, goods and services at the right time from the right suppliers, we want to hear from you.
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 Come join our fast-paced, innovative team and help Amazon make history in Corporate Procurement.
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 Apply today!
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 A day in the life
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 As a Strategic Sourcing Specialist, you will support complex sourcing projects from start to finish. This will involve closely engaging with a diverse array of internal and external stakeholders to identify sourcing strategy - that balances business needs, effort, and efficiencies.
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   Review spend data and market trends for key indirect spend categories
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   Participate in cross-functional team meetings to align on sourcing priorities and requirements
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   Conduct market research and prepare RFP documents for upcoming sourcing projects
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   Manage the RFP process, evaluate proposals, negotiate commercial deal terms and contracts, and create award recommendations
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   Contribute to the development of category management plans
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   Provide procurement analytics and insights to support data-driven decision making
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   Stay up-to-date on industry trends and best practices in strategic sourcing
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 Key coverage areas: Professional Services
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   BA degree, or BS degree
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   MBA, or MS degree
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   3+ years of in-depth experience in best-in-class procurement practices (category management, benchmarking, should-cost models, RFX, reverse auction, contracting, etc.)
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   Extremely customer-focused and takes the time to understand the needs of the business
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   Ability to assess risk and concisely explain complex issues to principal business owners
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   Experience working in a large, global, highly matrixed organization
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   Strong analytical skills including the ability to quickly synthesize, distill and draw conclusions on large amounts of disparate data
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   Ability to manage multiple simultaneous projects requiring frequent communication, organization, time management, and problem-solving skills
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   Excellent written and oral communication skills
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 Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
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 Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you&rsquo;re applying in isn&rsquo;t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
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 Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $84,500/year in our lowest geographic market up to $147,900/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.
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Strategic Sourcing Specialist, Global Corporate Procurement

Vanguard

<div><div>Identifies, researches, and evaluates suppliers that meet the standards of price, quality, timing, and reliability of products and service.</div><p></p><div><p><b>
Strategic Sourcing Analyst, Specialist:</b></p><p></p><p>
1. Leads and prepares medium to high complexity strategic sourcing transactions, negotiations, and supplier selection for products and services.</p><p>
2. Performs supply market data analysis and recommends suppliers and vendors to the business. Identifies and is knowledgeable of industry trends and category strategies.</p><p>
3. Drives engagements, resolves issues, and involves stakeholders as needed. Interfaces with other sourcing operations teams, business leaders, and legal &amp; risk partners for each transaction.</p><p>
4. Ensures proper closure of transactions including the successful handoff to purchasing and payables associates, the validation that suppliers will comply with agreed-upon payment terms, and that the contracting team receives documents in good order.</p><p>
5. Supports adherence to procurement policies and procedures. Ensures application of fair business practices and procurement of products and services at the best execution and price.</p><p>
6. Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned.</p><p><b><br>
What it takes:</b></p><ul><li>
Five years related work experience.</li><li>
Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of training and experience.</li></ul><p><b>
Special Factors</b></p><p><b>
Sponsorship</b></p>
Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.<p></p><p><b>
About Vanguard</b></p><p>
At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission&mdash;we're on a mission.</p><p></p><p>
To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.</p><p></p><p><b>
How We Work</b></p><p>
Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.</p></div></div>

Strategic Sourcing Analyst, Specialist

BES Solutions, LLC

<p><b>Job Summary:</b><br/>The <b>Senior Sourcing Specialist</b> will develop and sustain qualified and diverse candidate pipelines for niche and high-volume recruitment positions. This role requires advanced sourcing techniques leveraging both web-based and grassroots recruitment methods, including job fairs, invitationals, career information sessions, and presentations. The Specialist will support recruiting teams, individual recruiters, and targeted recruitment initiatives while driving employer branding to attract top talent.</p><p><b>Key Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li>Develop advanced sourcing strategies for hard-to-fill or niche positions, including diversity and military recruiting initiatives.</li><li>Manage candidate pipelines to ensure a continuous flow of qualified applicants.</li><li>Participate in and organize recruitment activities such as job fairs, career sessions, and other engagement events.</li><li>Support recruiting teams and targeted initiatives, providing strategic sourcing guidance.</li><li>Promote employer branding to attract top talent across the DMV region.</li></ul><p><b>Requirements:</b></p><ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Business Administration, Behavioral Sciences, Communications, Marketing, Human Resources, or related field.</li><li>Minimum of four (4) years of high-volume pipeline recruitment experience.</li><li>At least four (4) years implementing grassroots sourcing strategies.</li><li>Demonstrated specialization of at least two (2) years in diversity recruitment, military recruitment, and/or employment branding.</li><li>Bilingual fluency in English and at least one other defined language is required for specific roles.</li><li>Must be available to work throughout the DC&ndash;Maryland&ndash;Virginia metro region at WMATA-designated facilities.</li></ul><p><b>Preferred Skills:</b></p><ul><li>Strong knowledge of sourcing tools, techniques, and best practices.</li><li>Excellent communication and presentation skills.</li><li>Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.</li></ul><p>Job Types: Full-time, Temporary</p><p>Pay: $38.00 - $47.00 per hour</p><p>Expected hours: 40 per week</p><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Senior Sourcing Specialist

Duke Energy

<div><div>Important Application Submission Information</div>
In order to ensure your application is successfully received before the job posting expires, please submit your application by 11:59 PM on Wednesday, November 5, 2025<div></div><div>
More than a career - a chance to make a difference in people's lives.</div><div></div><div>
Build an exciting, rewarding career with us &ndash; help us make a difference for millions of people every day. Consider joining the Duke Energy team, where you'll find a friendly work environment, opportunities for growth and development, recognition for your work, and competitive pay and benefits.</div><div></div><div>
Position Summary</div><div>
The Strategic Sourcing Organization is seeking a Lead Sourcing Specialist to lead the sourcing and contracting of high spend equipment and labor contracts including Engineer, Procure and Construct (EPC) contracts for our thermal generation and hydro projects. The position will report to the Director Sourcing, Major Projects. Primary responsibilities are sourcing, contracting and category management of equipment and labor contracts for projects managed by the Project, Management and Contraction&rsquo;s (PMC) organization.This is the fourth level of the Sourcing classification hierarchy. Employees at this level solve complex solutions, plan and manage work, develop and strengthen internal and external relationships, and provide leadership to others with minimal supervision and increased latitude for unreviewed work.</div><div></div><div>
Responsibilities</div><ul><li><div>
Plan, develop and execute sourcing strategies for equipment and EPC contracts, which ensure reliable and safe deliveries on schedule and at a competitive cost for Gas Plant generating facilities.</div></li><li><div>
Perform market analysis and research best practices successfully adopted by other industries and companies.</div></li><li><div>
Provide guidance to Business Unit and Supply Chain leaders on market conditions and sourcing options that will help us maintain a competitive position in the industry.</div></li><li><div>
Develop and manage supplier relationships and programs.</div></li><li><div>
Build and nurture client relationships, including executive level business interfaces. Mentor and assist in the development of sourcing personnel, processes, and procedures, exhibiting a leadership skillset.</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
Required/Basic Qualifications</div><ul><li><div>
Bachelor's degree</div></li><li><div>
7 years related work experience</div></li><li><div>
In lieu of Bachelor's degree(s) AND 7 year(s) related work experience listed above, High School/GED AND 11 year(s) related work experience</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
Desired Qualifications</div><ul><li><div>
Bachelor's degree in Business Organization and Supply Management or Design Engineering</div></li><li><div>
In addition to desired degree, 10 years related work experience</div></li><li><div>
Certified Purchasing Manager and/or Certified Professional in Supply Management</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
Working Conditions</div><ul><li><div>
Hybrid Mobility Classification &ndash; Work will be performed from both remote and onsite locations after the onboarding period. However, hybrid employees should live within a reasonable daily commute to the assigned Duke Energy facility.</div></li><li><div>
Office setting</div></li><li><div>
Some travel for plant and vendor visits, conferences, visits to other Duke Energy facilities and territories</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
Additional Preferred Qualifications</div><ul><li><div>
Graduate Degree</div></li><li><div>
C.P.M. (Certified Purchasing Manager), CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management) certification, or CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional)</div></li><li><div>
Strong working knowledge of electric utility plant operations and related customer operations</div></li><li><div>
Strategic Sourcing experience in leading large (&gt;$25M) sourcing initiatives</div></li><li><div>
Experience in managing high value and strategic supplier relationships.</div></li><li><div>
Demonstrated interpersonal, leadership, team building including frequent interface with cross functional teams and executive management.</div></li><li><div>
Contract management skills</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
Specific Requirements</div><ul><li><div>
Bachelor's degree + 7 years of work experience OR</div></li><li><div>
Associate's degree + 9 years of work experience OR</div></li><li><div>
HS/GED + 11 years of work experience</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
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Travel Requirements</div>
15-25%<div></div><div>
Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)</div>
No<div></div><div>
Represented/Union Position</div>
No<div></div><div>
Visa Sponsored Position</div>
No<div>
Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications.</div><div><div>
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Lead Sourcing Specialist

Leidos

<div><p><b>Description</b>
</p><p></p><p><b>Looking for an opportunity to make an impact?
</b></p><p></p><p>At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers&rsquo; success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainable. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business.</p><p></p><p><b>
Your greatest work is ahead!</b></p><p></p><p>
Leidos Defense Manufacturing currently has an opening for a <b>Material Sourcing Specialist</b> to work in our Huntsville AL facility as a member of the Mechanical Manufacturing Facility (MMF) organization. This role will involve ownership of assigned outsourcing activities from order to delivery. The Material Sourcing Specialist plays a key role in ensuring on-time material availability for machining and assembly operations supporting multiple defense programs. This role is responsible for coordinating material sourcing activities from requirement identification through delivery, including issuing purchase requisitions, soliciting supplier quotes, evaluating bids, and monitoring supplier performance. The Material Sourcing Specialist works closely with Procurement, Production Control, Engineering, and Quality to align sourcing actions with program schedules, technical requirements, and contractual standards. The Material Sourcing Specialist will oversee program&#8209;related material activities such as managing and tracking material requirements against program schedule, resolving supply&#8209;chain issues, and reporting supplier performance and progress to program leadership.</p><p></p><p><b>
If this sounds like the kind of environment where you can thrive, keep reading!</b></p><p></p><p>
Leidos Defense Systems Sector / Manufacturing provides a diverse portfolio of systems, solutions, and services covering land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace for customers worldwide. Solutions for Defense include enterprise and mission IT, large-scale intelligence systems, command and control, geospatial and data analytics, cybersecurity, logistics, training, and intelligence analysis and operations support. Our team is solving the world&rsquo;s toughest security challenges for customers with &ldquo;can&rsquo;t fail&rdquo; missions. To explore and learn more, click <b>here</b><b>!</b></p><p></p><p><b>
Are you ready to make an impact? Apply and share your resume with us today!</b></p><p></p><p><b>
Primary Responsibilities</b></p><ul><li><p>
Review MRP and production schedules to identify and prioritize material requirements for machining, outside processing, and assembly.</p></li><li><p>
Create and manage Purchase Requisitions (PRs) in Deltek Costpoint; track conversion to Purchase Orders (POs) and ensure timely supplier acknowledgment.</p></li><li><p>
Collaborate closely with cross&#8209;functional teams including Strategic Sourcing, Engineering, Quality, and Production Control to ensure alignment of materials sourcing with program needs.</p></li><li><p>
Prepare and issue Request for Quote (RFQ) packages to potential supplier partners, soliciting pricing, lead&#8209;times, quality commitments, and other quote elements.</p></li><li><p>
Evaluate incoming quotes on multiple criteria including cost, lead&#8209;time, quality, availability, vendor reliability, and compliance with technical/contractual standards.</p></li><li><p>
Support outsourcing of machined parts and special processes (plating, coating, heat treat, etc.), ensuring adherence to technical and quality standards</p></li><li><p>
Collaborate with Strategic Sourcing and Buyers to ensure competitive and compliant supplier selections that meet program requirements.</p></li><li><p>
Ensure all material sourced meets the program&rsquo;s technical, quality, and contractual standards traceability/contractual requirements, and contractual obligations.</p></li><li><p>
Provide supplier recommendations to the program team based on evaluation of vendor reliability, quality requirements (e.g., traceability), lead&#8209;times, part availability and strategic partnership potential</p></li><li><p>
Monitor and assess supply&#8209;chain risk factors (e.g., vendor capacity, commodity availability, geopolitical issues, lead&#8209;time delays, and on-time-delivery metrics) and present mitigation recommendations to program stakeholders when cost, schedule, or quality may be impacted.</p></li><li><p>
Monitor the entire sourcing workflow from PR to Purchase Order (PO) issuance to delivery &mdash; ensuring that POs are confirmed, deliveries scheduled, and production requirements met to maintain alignment with the Master Production Schedule and mitigate supply-related delays.</p></li><li><p>
Provide status updates of material orders (open PRs, open POs, deliveries) to production planners, program managers, and other relevant parties as needed.</p></li><li><p>
Effectively communicate material statuses, supplier performance, risk factors, and sourcing progress to program leadership and other stakeholders as needed.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Basic Qualifications</b></p><ul><li><p>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or a related field with 2-4 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience in procurement, planning, or materials management.</p></li><li><p>
3+ years of experience in material planning, procurement, or supplier coordination in a manufacturing environment.</p></li><li><p>
Ability to interpret data on material usage, lead&#8209;times, cost, and supplier performance</p></li><li><p>
Ability to work collaboratively across functional teams (engineering, quality, production, suppliers) and clearly present status, issues, and recommendations</p></li><li><p>
Ability to handle multiple priorities, support dynamic program schedules, adapt to changing requirements, and respond proactively to material sourcing issues/risks</p></li><li><p>
Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word</p></li><li><p>
Working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems</p></li><li><p>
Must be a US Citizen and possess (and be able to maintain) a Final Secret Clearance OR meet the eligibility to obtain (and maintain) a Secret Clearance.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Preferred Qualifications</b></p><ul><li><p>
Deltek Costpoint ERP/MRP experience.</p></li><li><p>
Demonstrated experience in Supplier Relationship Management.</p></li><li><p>
Experience with Materials Requirements Planning (MRP) principles and supply chain risk management.</p></li><li><p>
Familiarity with manufacturing methods and services across production environments.</p></li><li><p>
Experience with DFARS, FAR, and Government contract regulatory compliance, particularly in a defense or regulated industry.</p></li><li><p>
Experience using ERP systems, MES systems, etc.</p></li><li><p>
APICS/ASCM, CPIM, or other supply chain certification preferred.</p></li></ul><p></p><p>
At Leidos, we don&rsquo;t want someone who &quot;fits the mold&quot;&mdash;we want someone who melts it down and builds something better. This is a role for the restless, the over-caffeinated, the ones who ask, &ldquo;what&rsquo;s next?&rdquo; before the dust settles on &ldquo;what&rsquo;s now.&rdquo;</p><p></p><p>
If you&rsquo;re already scheming step 20 while everyone else is still debating step 2&hellip; good. You&rsquo;ll fit right in.</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Original Posting:</b></h2>
October 23, 2025<p></p><p><br>
For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.</p><p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
Pay Range:</b></h2>
Pay Range $50,700.00 - $91,650.00<p></p><p>
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.</p></div>

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