Sourcing Specialist

Sourcing & Buying Specialist (Manufacturing)

Salary: $105,000 - $115,000 + 7.5% Target Bonus + 401(k) + Medical, Dental & Vision + PTO + Paid Holidays

Location: Temple, TX (Commutable from Waco, Killeen, Austin, Belton, Georgetown)

Do you come from a Sourcing and Buying background looking to play a key role in this organization? Are you looking for a highly autonomous role with a clear path to your first management position?

On offer is an excellent opportunity to progress into management, whilst shaping the sourcing and purchasing department.

This company is a leading manufacturer known for their excellent products and reputation. Due to expanding they are now in need of a sourcing specialist.

This role would suit a strategic sourcing professional and wants to own cost outcomes, apply should-cost discipline, and be recognised as the subject-matter expert in procurement.

The Role:

• Own sourcing strategy and material cost reduction across a global supply base, including Asia and India
• Develop and apply should-cost models for machined components, castings, rods, tubes, and fabrications
• Lead RFQ processes, supplier selection, and dual-sourcing initiatives to reduce risk and cost
• Partner with engineering on VA/VE to reduce component cost without compromising quality

The Candidate

• buying/sourcing in an MRP-driven manufacturing environment with hands-on knowledge of machining, fabrication, castings, or forgings ideally
• Proven ability to develop should-cost models and deliver measurable year-on-year cost reductions
• ERP/MRP experience — Oracle E-Business Suite preferred