Field Sourcing Specialist

Field Sourcing Specialist (Open) Location Independence, OH – Rockside Woods Blvd – Management – AMG‑Corp; Bartonville, 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. Benefits Compensation : $75,000‑85,000 Shift : Monday – Friday (may be required to assist with emergencies outside of standard working hours) Work Location : Hybrid/On site Health & Wellness : Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Short‑term and Long‑term Disability, Employee Assistance Program, pre‑tax commuter benefit Family Support : 14‑week paid child birth benefit, parental leave, vacation, sick time, floating holidays, jury duty, funeral/bereavement leave, paid holidays Financial Security : 401(k) with company match, tuition reimbursement, discounted college tuition for eligible dependents, Airgas Scholarship Program Responsibilities Strategic Alignment : Partner with Airgas leaders to align procurement strategies with business goals. Operational Excellence : Develop long‑range objectives to improve efficiency, responsiveness, and value creation for internal and external customers. Change Management : Promotes continuous improvement and digital procurement technologies to enhance supply chain effectiveness. End‑to‑End Sourcing : Lead competitive bidding, proposal analysis, contract negotiations, and asset sales. Project Coordination : Proactively manage sourcing for major capital projects, maintenance, and plant turnarounds. Data Analytics : Analyze financial and productivity reports to identify cost‑saving opportunities. Performance Metrics : Develop and maintain metrics and balanced scorecards to track success. Compliance : Ensure strict adherence to internal policies and external regulatory requirements. Stakeholder Liaison : Bridge between field operations, category management, and strategic sourcing teams. Team Development & Talent Management Leadership : Plan recruitment, resource allocation, and succession for the Operations Support team. Coaching : Provide training, skills development, and performance counseling. Culture : Foster a collaborative, purpose‑driven team environment. Supplier Management : Develop regional framework agreements and contribute to SRM program. Daily Support : Facilitate spot buys, urgent procurement needs, and local purchasing while nurturing supplier relationships. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent. 2 years of experience in supply chain management, operations, sales, or purchasing services. Preferred Qualifications Proactive and collaborative approach, prioritizing work and managing multiple tasks. Strong written and verbal communication, supportive leadership, and collaborative problem‑solving skills. Purpose‑driven, thoughtful, team‑oriented, analytical, and innovative attributes. Equal Employment Opportunity 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. If you have a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact us by email at us‑View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr AIRGAS INC AND SUBSIDIARIES