What are the responsibilities and job description for the Strategic Sourcing Specialist position at kirbyrisk?
Strategic Sourcing Specialist– Lafayette
Do you have experience with sourcing in a manufacturing environment? Are you passionate about identifying, qualifying, and recommending sources? Can you develop and implement commodity strategies?
If so, we want you on our team.
The Kirby Risk Service Center, a division of Kirby Risk Corporation specializing in the manufacturing of electrical wiring and control panels.
What You’ll Do as a Strategic Sourcing Specialist
In this role, you’ll:
Founded in 1926, Kirby Risk is a trusted leader in electrical supply, manufacturing, and mechanical solutions. Our culture is built on hard-working, engaged people who treat each other—and our customers—with respect and urgency.
When you join Kirby Risk, you’re not just taking a job—you’re joining a company where you can build a career.
Benefits That Work for You
We provide a complete package designed to support your health, career, and future:
How to apply:
To be considered for this position, please apply online: https://www.kirbyrisk.com/careers . Email questions to careers@kirbyrisk.com
WHEN APPLYING, PLEASE MENTION WHERE YOU SAW OUR AD
We will acknowledge all resumes received via email and respond to requests for help to complete your application.
Please note: You must have legal status that enables you to work in the U.S. We cannot obtain sponsorship. To be considered for a role, candidates must meet the minimum qualifications.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Please get to know us at www.kirbyrisk.com. or via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/kirby-risk/
A Safe Workplace is a Drug-Free Workplace
Do you have experience with sourcing in a manufacturing environment? Are you passionate about identifying, qualifying, and recommending sources? Can you develop and implement commodity strategies?
If so, we want you on our team.
The Kirby Risk Service Center, a division of Kirby Risk Corporation specializing in the manufacturing of electrical wiring and control panels.
What You’ll Do as a Strategic Sourcing Specialist
In this role, you’ll:
- Develop and implement commodity strategies and analyze market trends
- Identify, qualify, and recommend sources of supply that ensure the lowest total cost, the best service, and quality
- Negotiate with suppliers to secure appropriate cost, schedule, quality, payment and delivery terms.
- Drive performance improvements, innovation, quality, cost savings, and mitigate risk
- Identify opportunities to streamline, automate and improve efficiencies
- Establish and maintain positive relationships with suppliers
- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management preferred
- Prior experience in strategic sourcing, supply chain management, or procurement
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills; ability to handle multiple tasks/priorities
- A proven team player with creative problem-solving skills
- Experience with Microsoft Office with proficiency in Word and Excel
- Onsite, indoors, in a controlled temperature environment, with a variation of noise levels.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and adapt to varied work environments
- Travel occasionally for training or customer/vendor visits
- Schedule: Monday–Friday, 1st Shift
Founded in 1926, Kirby Risk is a trusted leader in electrical supply, manufacturing, and mechanical solutions. Our culture is built on hard-working, engaged people who treat each other—and our customers—with respect and urgency.
When you join Kirby Risk, you’re not just taking a job—you’re joining a company where you can build a career.
Benefits That Work for You
We provide a complete package designed to support your health, career, and future:
- Medical, RX, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Life insurance & Employee Assistance Programs
- Tuition reimbursement & on-the-job training
- 401(k) with company match & Profit Sharing
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
How to apply:
To be considered for this position, please apply online: https://www.kirbyrisk.com/careers . Email questions to careers@kirbyrisk.com
WHEN APPLYING, PLEASE MENTION WHERE YOU SAW OUR AD
We will acknowledge all resumes received via email and respond to requests for help to complete your application.
Please note: You must have legal status that enables you to work in the U.S. We cannot obtain sponsorship. To be considered for a role, candidates must meet the minimum qualifications.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Please get to know us at www.kirbyrisk.com. or via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/kirby-risk/
A Safe Workplace is a Drug-Free Workplace
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