Field Sourcing Specialist

R10090697 Field Sourcing Specialist (Open)

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Independence, OH - Rockside Woods Blvd - Management - AMG-CorpBartonville, IL (AMG) - ASU, Canton, OH (AMG) - ASU, Clarksville, TN (AMG) - ASU, Cottage Grove, MN (AMG) - ASU, Dayton, OH (AMG) - ASU, Madison, WI (AMG) - ASU, Pevely, MO (AMG) - ASU, Saukville, WI (AMG) - ASU, Wood River, IL (AMG) - LCO2 How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW? We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the unique perspectives of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders, and cultures across the world. We believe that a variety of backgrounds makes our team stronger and more innovative.At Airgas, we RESPECT, HONOR and VALUE diversity. Airgas is Hiring for a Field Sourcing Specialist!We are looking for you!

• Pay $75,000-80,000

• Shift- Monday- Friday May be required to assist with emergencies outside of standard working hours.

• Hybrid/On site

• Comprehensive Family Benefits : Airgas offers a full benefits package designed to support your whole life, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance.

• Support for Parents : We offer a 14-week paid child birth benefit to support growing families.

• Future Security : 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match, Tuition Assistance, Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick time.

• Early Access : Your benefits start after just 30 days of employment

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The mission of the Local Procurement Representative is to act as a liaison between procurement and operations. They support supply chain activities and contribute to progress targets while fostering a high Service Level for Operations & Support Functions. This role provides guidance to Airgas Operations Support to advance safety, efficiency, and savings initiatives through competitive bidding, proposal analysis, and vendor relationship management. Responsible for administration including personnel development, reporting, and strategic planning

• Strategic Alignment: Partner with Airgas leaders to align procurement strategies with business goals and optimize collective purchasing power.

• Operational Excellence: Develop long-range objectives to improve efficiency, responsiveness, and value creation for internal and external customers.

• Change Management: Promote continuous improvement and digital procurement technologies to enhance supply chain effectiveness.

• End-to-End Sourcing: Lead competitive bidding, proposal analysis, contract negotiations (price/commercial terms), and asset sales.

• Project Coordination: Proactively manage sourcing for major capital projects, maintenance, and plant turnarounds (TAR).

• Data Analytics: Study financial and productivity reports to identify cost-saving opportunities and expense reductions.

• Performance Metrics: Develop and maintain metrics and balanced scorecards to track Operations Support success.

• Compliance: Ensure strict adherence to all internal policies and external regulatory requirements.

• Stakeholder Liaison: Act as the bridge between field operations, category management, and strategic sourcing teams.

• Team Development & Talent Management

• Leadership: Plan recruitment, resource allocation, and succession pathing for the Operations Support team.

• Coaching: Provide training, skills development, and performance counseling to drive professional growth.

• Culture: Foster a collaborative, purpose-driven team environment focused on supportive leadership and innovation.

• Supplier Management: Develop regional framework agreements and contribute to the Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) program.

• Daily Support: Facilitate spot buys, urgent procurement needs, and local purchasing while nurturing supplier relationships.

________________________Are you a MATCH? Required Qualifications

• Diploma: Bachelor's degree in the field of specialization or equivalent

• 2 years of experience in supply chain management, operations, sales, or purchasing services.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ideally, you bring: A proactive and collaborative approach with the ability to prioritize work and manage multiple tasks.

• Skills: Strong written and verbal communication, supportive leadership, and collaborative problem-solving capabilities.

• Attributes: Purpose-driven, thoughtful, team-oriented, analytical, and innovative.

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Benefits

We care about and support our Airgas Families. This is evident not only through our competitive compensation but also through a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision plans, short-term and long-term disability, life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), pre-tax commuter transportation benefit, parental leave, vacation, sick time, floating holidays, jury duty and funeral/bereavement leave, and paid holidays for all eligible full-time employees.

Additionally, we offer our eligible employees a 401k plan with company matching funds, tuition reimbursement, discounted college tuition for eligible employees' dependents, and an Airgas Scholarship Program for dependent children.

Associates who are members of collective bargaining units should review their bargaining agreement to determine whether they are eligible for some or all of the benefits described here and to see any special terms or conditions for eligibility.

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Your DIFFERENCES enhance our PERFORMANCE

At Airgas, we are committed to building a workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world.

We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of their race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability or any other protected characteristic. We strongly believe a diverse organization opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to innovate by living our fundamentals, acting for our success and creating an engaging environment in a changing world.

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About Airgas

Airgas, an Air Liquide company, is a leading U.S. supplier of industrial, medical and specialty gases, as well as hardgoods and related products; one of the largest U.S. suppliers of safety products; and a leading U.S. supplier of ammonia products and process chemicals. Through the passion and diversity of its 18,000 associates, Airgas fosters a culture of safety, customer success, sustainability and innovation. Airgas associates are empowered to share ideas, take initiative and make decisions.

Airgas is a subsidiary of Air Liquide, a world leader in gases, technologies and services for industry and healthcare. Present in 60 countries with approximately 66,500 employees, Air Liquide serves more than 4 million customers and patients.

Join us for a stimulating experience: At Airgas, you matter and so does the work you do. As a member of our team, you play an important role in the success of your team, making sure our products are created sustainably and delivered safely and efficiently. In turn, you'll find a welcoming workplace where you're valued for who you are and where you can fill your potential while growing a fulfilling career - whatever path you choose.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Information

We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Airgas, an Air Liquide Company is a Government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

Airgas does not discriminate against qualified applicants with disabilities, and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to the known disabilities of such individuals so as to ensure equal access to benefits and privileges of employment. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact us by email at View email address on click.appcast.io.

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