Sourcing Specialist

We're currently hiring for a Sourcing Specialist on behalf of a client in Alachua, FL! Job Description The Sourcing Specialist will develop and execute strategic sourcing initiatives for direct material categories within a manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for identifying and managing suppliers, optimizing cost and quality, mitigating supply risk, and ensuring sourcing strategies align with broader business and operational objectives. Responsibilities

• Develop and implement sourcing strategies for direct materials, mechanical components, and other critical production materials.
• Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers based on cost, quality, capacity, performance, and supply reliability.
• Manage supplier relationships and drive ongoing supplier performance improvement through regular reviews and collaboration.
• Lead supplier negotiations and support the development, execution, and management of contracts and supplier agreements.
• Identify and deliver cost-reduction opportunities through market research, supplier negotiations, and strategic sourcing initiatives.
• Conduct market and supplier analysis to evaluate pricing trends, supplier capabilities, market conditions, and potential sourcing risks.
• Partner cross-functionally with Engineering, Operations, Finance, and other internal teams to ensure sourcing strategies support business and operational needs.
• Support Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) analysis, inventory considerations, capacity analysis, and risk mitigation initiatives.
• Ensure suppliers meet applicable procurement, regulatory, confidentiality, sustainability, safety, and compliance requirements.
• Proactively identify and resolve supplier issues related to cost, quality, capacity, delivery, and overall performance.
• Manage RFQ, RFP, and RFI processes to solicit competitive bids and evaluate supplier proposals.
• Support supplier development activities to improve supplier capabilities, quality, and reliability.
• Collaborate on purchase order execution and contract administration to ensure accurate and timely procurement activities.
• Utilize Microsoft Excel and data-driven analysis to support cost analysis, market analysis, and sourcing decisions.
• Support projects involving sourcing initiatives, supplier transitions, and continuous improvement efforts.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 3 years of strategic sourcing experience, preferably within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Experience sourcing direct materials, mechanical components, or other production-related commodities.
• Proven experience with supplier negotiations, including commercial terms and long-term agreements.
• Hands-on experience with contract negotiation and contract management.
• Experience with supplier development and supplier performance management.
• Strong experience in direct procurement, purchasing, strategic sourcing, and vendor management.
• Strong understanding of supply chain principles and strategic sourcing methodologies.
• Experience sourcing technical, mechanical, or industrial components preferred.
• Ability to perform cost analysis, cost control, and Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) assessments.
• Experience conducting market analysis to evaluate pricing, supplier capabilities, and supply risks.
• Experience managing RFQ, RFP, and RFI processes.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel for data analysis, reporting, and sourcing-related calculations.
• Bachelors degree required.
• Experience supporting supplier quality, purchase order, and contract processes.
• Demonstrated ability to identify and mitigate supply-base risks.

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Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Alachua, FL. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $85000.00 - $90000.00/yr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Compensation & Benefits Competitive salary around $85,000 plus bonus opportunity. Comprehensive benefits package and 401(k). Strong opportunity for career growth and advancement. Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Alachua,FL. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Oct 22, 2026. About Aston Carter Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email View email address on click.appcast.io (%View email address on click.appcast.io) for other accommodation options. San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools. Aston Carter