Strategic Sourcing Specialist

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

Pay Range: $43/hr. - $45/hr. (The rate may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors.)

Summary:

The Senior Strategic Sourcing Specialist is responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies to ensure the contracting of materials and services that support organizational objectives related to cost, quality, delivery, and supplier performance.

This role leads supplier selection, material quoting and contract negotiations, while identifying opportunities for cost savings, process improvements, and supply risk mitigation.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and implement strategic sourcing initiatives for assigned categories and commodities.

Lead supplier evaluations, RFQ events, negotiations, and contract management activities.

Analyze supplier proposals, pricing structures, market conditions, and spend data to determine fair and reasonable cost position

Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders including Operations, Engineering, Quality, Finance, and Program Management to align sourcing strategies with business requirements.

Monitor market trends, supply chain risks, and industry developments to proactively address sourcing challenges.

Support supplier transitions and supply continuity planning.

Qualifications:

Experience with Federal Acquisitions Regulations (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFAR)

Experience with Truthful Cost or Pricing Data (TCPD)

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations, Finance, or a related field preferred.

4-6 years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, supply chain, or related purchasing functions.

Demonstrated experience in supplier negotiations, contract management, and sourcing strategy development.

Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Proficiency with ERP systems, procurement tools, and Microsoft Office applications.

Knowledge of sourcing best practices, cost analysis methodologies, and supplier performance management.

If you are interested in this Strategic Sourcing Specialist job located 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 California Fair Chance Act

· Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

· Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

· San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance