Sourcing Specialist (Indirect)

Sourcing Specialist (Indirect)

Sandvik Mining has an opportunity for a Sourcing Specialist (Indirect) in its Rotary Drilling Division in Alachua, Florida USA.

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced Sourcing Specialist (Indirect) to lead sourcing strategies across multiple indirect categories. This role will focus on optimizing cost, ensuring compliance, and driving supplier performance for critical areas such as Logistics, Facilities Management, Capex Projects (including Infrastructure), Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI), HR Services, and other indirect spend categories.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement sourcing strategies for indirect categories including Facilities, Capex (Infrastructure projects), Logistics, HR services, VMI, Tooling & Fixtures.
• Ensure various suppliers' adherence to Sandvik policies and procedures (NDA, ABC, Trade Compliance, Contracts, etc.).
• Conduct market analysis and identify cost-saving opportunities across all indirect categories.
• Manage supplier relationships, performance reviews, and compliance with sustainability and safety standards.
• Negotiate contracts and manage risk for high-value projects and services.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Engineering, Operations, Finance, HR) to align sourcing strategies with business objectives.

Qualifications:

• A bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, or a similar discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in indirect sourcing or procurement.
• External candidates must have the ability to work in the U.S. on a full-time indefinite basis without employer sponsorship

Required Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to negotiate and manage contracts, even those involving complex agreements.
• Familiarity with compliance standards such as anti-bribery measures, trade compliance, IMS and procurement policies.
• Up-to-date awareness of supplier capabilities and market trends to guide sourcing choices in Indirect categories.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong analytical skills used for cost assessments and identifying potential savings.
• Solid working knowledge of ERP/MRP platforms and expertise in MS Office applications.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills for collaborating across different departments.
• Skilled in resolving supplier challenges and minimizing risks

Why Join Us:

Be part of driving innovation in mining solutions, with opportunities for career growth and professional development, in a global engineering company with over 41,000 team members worldwide. We're recognized among Forbes' Top 100 Global Employers.