Indirect Strategic Sourcing Specialist- MRO and Facilities

Lincoln Electric • Euclid, OH

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Strategic Sourcing Specialist supports sourcing managers and directors in the development and execution of sourcing activities in the MRO & Facilities categories. This role focuses on execution of formal category strategies through collaboration with cross-functional teams, ensuring optimal outcomes and driving continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, procurement, or business-related field.
• 2–4 years in procurement or supply chain roles.
• Supplier research and evaluation, including spend analysis and market intelligence.
• Basic negotiation and RFx management.
• Proficient in Excel (analysis, pivot tables).
• Familiar with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Coupa), and supply market analysis.
• Attention to detail, time management and follow-through.
• Communication, collaboration, and coordination with internal stakeholders.
• Data-driven decision making using spend analysis.

Nice To Haves

• Certified in Supply Management (CPSM from ISM, APICS).
• Experience supporting sourcing events across multiple regions/business units.
• Familiarity with supplier diversity and ESG principle

Responsibilities

• Conduct market research and supplier analysis to support sourcing decisions.
• Utilize eSourcing Tools (Ariba, BuyLinc to prepare RFx packages & support sourcing event execution.
• Analyze bids and develop cost comparisons and negotiation models (utilizing should-cost modeling and Total Cost of Ownership).
• Assist in supplier onboarding, data setup, and contract compliance tracking.
• Identify process improvement and cost opportunities with assigned suppliers.
• Effectively manage assigned suppliers via risk mitigation, scorecards and KPI’s.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level