Strategic Sourcing Specialist

Akkodis is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Specialist for a 6 months contract with a client located in Tempe AZ

Pay Range: $40/hr. - $50/hr. (The rate may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors.)

Job Description:

As a Sourcing Analyst, you will support Sourcing Managers in executing regional sourcing projects and site-specific plans aligned with the Annual Operating Plan and Strategic Plan. Youll help drive competitive commodity and category strategies that reduce Total Cost, improve supplier performance, and optimize Working Capital. This role requires managing multiple projects in a dynamic environment while ensuring compliance with company policies and U.S. export/import regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

Contract & Compliance Support

• Prepare and submit compliance packages for contract amendments and approvals

• Draft, negotiate, and execute Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs)

• Execute credit memos and draft contract amendments using the contract management system

• Review amendments for accuracy and completeness prior to signature

• Create and submit compliance packages including:

o Extended Terms Requests (ETRs)

o Supplier scorecards

o Fair and Reasonable Price Justifications (FRPJs)

o SAP updates (e.g., minimum order quantity, price validation, contract/VMI validation)

Sourcing & Supplier Management:

• Manage RFQs and RFIs, including data transfer via AECS or other approved systems

• Facilitate supplier transitions and management changes using Compass or other systems

• Assist business units with sourcing needs for projects

• Develop sourcing strategies (e.g., sole-source elimination, e-sourcing, value engineering, high-growth region sourcing)

• Lead supplier selection and performance management processes

• Initiate Should Cost Estimates (SCEs) and analyze CID and BAA content

• Resolve PO/Supplier Portal issues and submit corrections

Data & Systems Management:

• Pull/send drawings for RFQ packages

• Manage vendor and material master changes

• Validate part demand and historical receipts

• Upload documents to contract management tools

• Pull platform details from designated systems

Collaboration & Process Support:

• Work closely with internal sourcing teams, business stakeholders, and procurement functions

• Support the Procure-to-Pay process

Required:

• Minimum 1 year of experience in Procurement, Supply Chain, Accounting, Financial Analysis, or Pricing Analysis

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred:

• Experience in Procurement, Sourcing, or Project Management

• Strong analytical and execution skills

• Familiarity with Six Sigma and Lean methodologies

• Knowledge of import/export regulations

• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment

• Experience with SAP or relevant ERP systems, e-sourcing platforms, RFQ tools, and project management tools

• Professional certifications in Project Management, Supply Chain, Procurement, or Contract Management

• Bachelors degree

If you are interested in this Strategic Sourcing Specialist job in Tempe AZ, please contact Nitesh Kumar at (610 206 0160) or Nitesh.Kumar@akkodisgroup.com. For other opportunities available at Akkodis go to www.akkodis.com.

This position requires the use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access to controlled technologies: 1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including some refugees and asylees, or 2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, an EAP program, commuter benefits, and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees with the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Disclaimer: These benefit offerings do not apply to client-recruited jobs and jobs that are direct hires to a client.

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records by federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

· The California Fair Chance Act

· Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

· Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

· San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance