Sourcing Coordinator

Nucor•Frankfort, KY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Nucor Data Systems is seeking an experienced, analytical, and results-driven Sourcing Coordinator to support purchasing operations across its Frankfort, Madison, and San Bernardino facilities. Reporting to the Strategic Sourcing Manager, the role analyzes material requirements, manages supplier relationships, develops sourcing strategies, and makes procurement decisions that support production schedules, inventory optimization, and cost efficiency. The Sourcing Coordinator provides cross-facility purchasing coordination and operational oversight, working with purchasing, planning, engineering, and production teams to ensure material availability, consistent purchasing practices, and alignment with departmental objectives. The position requires upholding safety policies, procedures, practices, and housekeeping standards at all times. Occasional travel between Nucor Data Systems facilities may be required based on business needs.

Requirements

At least 3 years of purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience in a manufacturing environment.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and independent decision-making skills.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency with ERP/MRP systems.
Strong understanding of procurement processes, material planning, and inventory management.
Experience in supplier sourcing, negotiation, and vendor relationship management.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and coordinate activities across facilities.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations, or a related field.
Experience with steel, sheet metal, fabricated components, or industrial manufacturing.
Experience with BOM analysis, inventory optimization, and cost analysis.
Previous experience mentoring buyers, leading projects, or coordinating purchasing activities.

Responsibilities

Analyze purchasing data, material requirements, inventory levels, and supplier performance to support decision-making.
Develop and execute sourcing strategies, evaluate suppliers, negotiate pricing, and identify cost-saving opportunities.
Collaborate with planning, engineering, and production teams to address material shortages, changing requirements, and procurement risks.
Optimize inventory levels, improve material availability, and minimize excess inventory.
Coordinate purchasing and provide operational oversight across Frankfort, Madison, and San Bernardino, ensuring consistent processes and aligned priorities.
Guide and support buyers in resolving complex purchasing challenges, supplier issues, and material planning concerns.
Exercise independent judgment in purchasing and sourcing decisions within established authority.
Communicate regularly with the Strategic Sourcing Manager about purchasing performance, priorities, supplier challenges, and improvement opportunities.
Provide analytical reports, performance updates, and recommendations to support management decisions.
Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance purchasing efficiency, accountability, and process standardization.
Uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards.