Indirect Procurement & Strategic Sourcing Analyst

LHH Recruitment Solutions is seeking an Indirect Procurement & Strategic Sourcing Analyst to support our client in the Nashville, TN area. This is a great opportunity for someone with hands-on experience managing sourcing initiatives, analyzing spend, working with suppliers, and supporting RFP processes.

• Location: Nashville, TN
• Employment Type: Temporary, 4-6 months (possible hire based on performance)
• Pay: $41-$45 per hour ($85,000-$95,000 annually)

Responsibilities

• Support multiple strategic sourcing and procurement projects from initial analysis through supplier selection and award recommendations
• Develop and coordinate RFPs, RFQs, and other competitive sourcing events
• Review supplier proposals, clarify responses, normalize bids, and prepare side-by-side comparisons
• Analyze category spend and supplier data to identify cost savings and sourcing opportunities
• Conduct market research and benchmarking to evaluate pricing, supplier options, and industry trends
• Assist with supplier negotiations, contract renewals, and sourcing recommendations
• Develop financial analyses and business cases for new procurement opportunities
• Track and validate potential and realized cost savings
• Prepare presentations and recommendation materials for leadership and cross-functional stakeholders
• Partner with Procurement, Legal, Finance, and internal business teams throughout the sourcing and contracting process
• Research and develop potential opportunities for the organization's future sourcing and savings pipeline

Qualifications

• 3-6+ years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or category management
• Experience with indirect procurement and RFP/RFQ processes
• Strong background in spend analysis, supplier evaluation, and cost savings
• Experience with supplier negotiations and contracts
• Strong Excel and analytical skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or a related field preferred

If you have a strong background in indirect procurement and strategic sourcing and are interested in a 4-6 month opportunity in Nashville, we'd love to connect!