Position Overview
We are seeking a Commodity Specialist / Sourcing Specialist to support the execution and maintenance of a global supplier base while driving compliance, supplier performance, and sourcing initiatives. This role will focus on supplier contract administration, sourcing execution, negotiations, compliance activities, and procurement operations while supporting strategic sourcing objectives and annual operating plans.
The ideal candidate will possess strong supply chain and sourcing experience, a business-focused mindset, negotiation skills, and proficiency with SAP and Microsoft Office applications.
Top Required Qualifications
- SAP experience required
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
- 1–3 years of Supply Chain, Procurement, Sourcing, or Purchasing experience
- Strong organizational and analytical skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Sourcing & Commodity Management
- Support commodity management activities and supplier negotiations.
- Execute sourcing initiatives aligned with global strategic sourcing objectives and annual operating plans.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders and suppliers to drive sourcing execution and compliance.
- Support supplier relationship management and supplier performance initiatives.
Contract & Supplier Management
- Draft, process, and manage:
- Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs)
- Unilateral Letters
- Novation Agreements
- Assignments and Assumptions
- Coordinate legal and contract reviews prior to execution.
- Review contract amendments and documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Upload and maintain supplier and contract documentation within contract management systems.
- Support supplier contract validation and compliance monitoring.
Compliance & Procurement Support
- Create, complete, and submit compliance packages, including:
- Extended Terms Requests (ETRs)
- Supplier scorecards
- FAIR documentation
- Fair and Reasonable Price Justifications (FRPJ)
- Maintain compliance records and support audit readiness.
- Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies and sourcing procedures.
RFQ & Supplier Operations
- Prepare and distribute Request for Quotation (RFQ) packages.
- Retrieve and distribute technical drawings and supporting documentation.
- Support supplier communications and bid processes.
- Assist with supplier portal administration and issue resolution.
SAP Master Data & Systems Administration
- Maintain and update SAP master data including:
- Vendor Master records
- Material Master records
- Minimum Order Quantities
- Pricing updates
- Contract validations
- Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) validations
- Perform data validation and ensure accuracy across procurement systems.
Supply Chain Analysis & Reporting
- Analyze supplier performance and procurement data.
- Pull and validate:
- Part demand information
- Historical receipt data
- Supplier scorecards
- Platform and sourcing system data
- Support Should Cost Estimating (SCE) requests.
- Run and analyze CID and BAA content analyses.
- Generate reports and recommendations to support sourcing decisions.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Partner with:
- Supply Chain
- Procurement
- Strategic Sourcing
- Contracts
- Legal
- Engineering
- Finance
- Supplier Quality
- Coordinate activities with suppliers and global stakeholders to ensure successful project execution.
Required Qualifications
- 1–3 years of Supply Chain, Procurement, Purchasing, Sourcing, or Contract Administration experience.
- SAP experience required.
- Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Experience working with supplier data, procurement systems, and contract documentation.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Procurement, Finance, Engineering, or related field.
- Experience in sourcing and procurement environments.
- Contract management experience.
- Project management experience.
- Experience with ERP systems, eSourcing platforms, RFQ tools, and procurement software.
- Professional certifications in:
- Supply Chain Management
- Procurement
- Contract Management
- Project Management
- Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or Continuous Improvement methodologies.
Key Skills
- Strategic Sourcing
- Commodity Management
- Procurement Operations
- Supplier Management
- Contract Administration
- SAP
- RFQ Management
- Supplier Negotiations
- Compliance Documentation
- Vendor Master Maintenance
- Material Master Maintenance
- Supply Chain Analysis
- Microsoft Excel
- Data Validation
- Project Coordination
- Continuous Improvement
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
Core Competencies
- Business Acumen
- Negotiation Skills
- Customer Focus
- Analytical Thinking
- Attention to Detail
- Initiative & Ownership
- Relationship Building
- Problem Solving
- Continuous Improvement
- Project Execution
- Communication & Collaboration
- Time Management
- Adaptability
- Results Orientation
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.
