Sourcing Specialist

Sourcing SpecialistJoin our team as a Sourcing Specialist and play a key role in driving efficient, high-quality procurement operations. In this role, you will support sourcing strategies, evaluate suppliers, and help ensure the organization secures the best value for goods and services. You will build your expertise while contributing to increasingly complex purchasing initiatives that directly impact business performance.What You'll DoEvaluate supplier capabilities, including risk and quality assessmentsManage the bidding process, including inviting and receiving supplier bidsAnalyze pricing, products, discounts, and delivery terms to support sourcing decisionsCommunicate with suppliers, manufacturers, and service providers to gather market insights and product informationResolve purchase order, billing, and payment issues in partnership with internal stakeholdersMaintain accurate records of contracts, orders, and supplier performancePartner with finance, legal, and cross-functional teams to support contract negotiation and implementationWhat You'll BringBachelor's degree2 years of procurement, supply chain, or business experienceBasic knowledge of purchasing principles, ethics, and standardsUnderstanding of purchase orders versus contracts and when to apply eachFamiliarity with competitive bidding processes and procurement workflowsFoundational knowledge of contract terms, pricing structures, and cost analysisStrong organizational and negotiation skills with the ability to support supplier discussionsEffective decision-making skills and ability to prioritize in a dynamic environmentProficiency in Microsoft Office toolsBonus PointsExperience supporting contract negotiations or supplier managementExposure to forecasting or trend analysis in a procurement environmentFamiliarity with market analysis and pricing benchmarkingExperience in lieu of education equivalent relevant experience performing the essential functions of this role may substitute for education requirements. Generally, one year of experience may be considered in place of one year of education, at the discretion of the hiring manager.What to Expect At WGU, our mission drives everything we do, including how we hire. Our interview experience is designed to give qualified candidates the opportunity to show their best work through meaningful conversations and collaboration. We thoughtfully review every application and invite forward the candidates whose experience and potential best align with the role and our mission.Introductory callHiring manager interviewFinal interview with hiring manager's leaderWork Location This is a full-time, in-office position at WGU's office in Raleigh, NC.Visa Sponsorship While we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, WGU is not able to provide visa sponsorship for this role.