Strategic Sourcing Specialist - (Aerospace)

$0 - $50 per hour

Contract

Professional

Tempe, AZ, 85284

Job ID: 

29585179

The Strategic Sourcing Specialist II is responsible for executing strategic sourcing initiatives, supplier negotiations, contract administration, and compliance activities in support of a global supply base. This role partners cross-functionally with Supply Chain, Engineering, Contracts, Legal, Finance, and Operations to drive cost competitiveness, ensure data integrity, and support business objectives.

Key Responsibilities
Execute sourcing strategies and supplier management activities aligned with business and annual operating plan objectives.
Lead supplier negotiations and support cost, quality, delivery, and performance improvement initiatives.
Prepare, review, and administer sourcing and contractual documents, including NDAs, amendments, novations, assignments, and assumptions.
Manage supplier compliance activities, including ETRs, supplier scorecards, FAIRs, and Fair & Reasonable Price Justifications (FRPJs).
Coordinate RFQ activities, should-cost requests, pricing validations, and supplier performance analysis.
Maintain supplier, contract, pricing, and material master data within SAP and contract management systems.
Analyze demand, spend, and supplier performance data to support sourcing decisions and business reviews.
Resolve supplier portal, purchase order, and system-related issues while ensuring accuracy and compliance.
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders globally to execute strategic initiatives and drive operational excellence.

Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Engineering, or a related field.
  • 3+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, supply chain, or commodity management.
  • Experience negotiating with suppliers and managing commercial relationships.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Effective communication and stakeholder management abilities.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and ERP systems

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with SAP, eSourcing platforms, RFQ tools, and contract lifecycle management systems.
  • Aerospace, manufacturing, or other complex supply chain experience.
  • Knowledge of contract administration and supplier compliance processes.
  • Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement experience.
  • Professional certifications such as CPSM, CSCP, PMP, CPCM, or equivalent.
  • Demonstrated business and financial acumen.
  • Core Competencies
  • Strategic Sourcing
  • Supplier Relationship Management
  • Negotiation & Contract Administration
  • Supply Chain & Procurement Operations
  • Financial and Commercial Analysis
  • Data Analytics & Reporting
  • Process Improvement
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration

Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.

Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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