Procurement Sourcing Management Specialist

Schneider Electric•Mount Juliet, OH

3d•Remote

About The Position

Ready to drive procurement excellence and real cost impact? We're looking for a Direct Procurement Sourcing Management Specialist to optimize our sourcing strategies, strengthen supplier partnerships, and deliver measurable value across the business. What will you do? Optimize direct procurement processes to ensure cost efficiency and maintain high-quality standards Negotiate contracts and manage supplier relationships to secure favorable terms and drive performance Identify cost-saving opportunities and implement strategic purchasing initiatives that deliver measurable results Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to understand procurement needs and align sourcing strategies

Requirements

Procurement Strategy — intermediate level; developing sourcing plans that align with business objectives
Supplier Management — intermediate level; building and maintaining strong supplier partnerships
Contract Management — intermediate level; negotiating and managing agreements to protect business interests
Procurement Negotiations — intermediate level; securing favorable terms while maintaining supplier relationships
Cost Analysis — intermediate level; identifying savings opportunities through detailed spend analysis
Influencing Skills — intermediate level; driving alignment across stakeholders with competing priorities
Problem Solving — intermediate level; resolving procurement challenges with practical, effective solutions
Conflict Management — intermediate level; navigating supplier and stakeholder disagreements constructively
Strong business acumen and strategic thinking to shape procurement direction
Excellent communication skills to influence and align diverse stakeholders
Proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and innovation
Ability to work independently while coaching and guiding junior team members

Responsibilities

Optimize direct procurement processes to ensure cost efficiency and maintain high-quality standards
Negotiate contracts and manage supplier relationships to secure favorable terms and drive performance
Identify cost-saving opportunities and implement strategic purchasing initiatives that deliver measurable results
Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to understand procurement needs and align sourcing strategies