Sourcing Specialist

Your Opportunity is Here with HSM • Hickory, NC

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About The Position

About Us HSM Company History   |   HSM HEART Company Values  |   Who is HSM to our customers? Founded in 1944, HSM is a third generation, privately held company with a rich history of innovation and a commitment to our people. With 25 locations across the U.S. and corporate headquarters in Hickory, NC and Huntersville, NC, we specialize in manufacturing components for furniture, bedding, transportation, packaging, automotive, and healthcare industries. Our expertise also includes designing and building automated production machinery. HSM products from sofa springs to swimming pool noodles and bus seats, touch everyday life in countless ways. At HSM, our success is built on our people. We foster a culture of teamwork, innovation, and shared success. If you’re looking for a meaningful place to grow and make an impact, we want to hear from you! What You Will Do Drive Smart Sourcing Decisions Identify sourcing opportunities that reduce cost, improve lead times, and strengthen supplier partnerships Lead RFQs and evaluate supplier proposals for production components and MRO categories Partner with plant teams to ensure suppliers can support production schedules Support Plant Operations Work closely with location buyers, operations, and planning teams to resolve sourcing challenges Help manage supplier transitions and onboarding to ensure production continuity Improve visibility into plant spend and increase spend under contract Implement Strategic Procurement Initiatives Deploy corporate sourcing strategies across manufacturing locations Support supplier consolidation and standardization efforts Ensure compliance with approved suppliers, negotiated pricing, and procurement policies Build Strong Supplier Partnerships Coordinate supplier onboarding, qualification, and documentation Work with supplier quality teams to address performance issues and improvements Support supplier performance reviews and operational readiness Track Impact and Performance Monitor cost savings generated through sourcing initiatives Track supplier performance metrics such as delivery and quality Maintain sourcing project trackers aligned with company KPIs What You Bring Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience) 2–5 years of sourcing or procurement experience in a manufacturing environment Experience supporting plant operations or production environments Strong Excel skills for analysis, comparisons, and sourcing decisions Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems (JDE experience is a plus) Preferred Qualifications Sourcing fabricated metal components, foam, textiles, plastics, or MRO Exposure to supplier onboarding or PPAP processes Knowledge of quality systems such as IATF 16949, VDA 6.3, or ISO 9001 Experience working across multiple manufacturing locations Note: Must have the ability to travel up to 35% as required to site operations and conduct supplier audits, validations, and business reviews. Why Join Us Health & Wellness : Affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, including an innovative global healthcare option for qualified participants. Retire : 401(k) with company match, fully vested from day one. Paid Time Off : Competitive PTO: 3 Weeks of Vacation + 9 company paid holidays. On-Site Medical Clinics : Free for you and covered dependents. Teladoc : 24/7 access with no copay. Professional Development : Tuition reimbursement, professional development assistance and career growth opportunities. Discounts : Enjoy discounts with HSM partners, including Dollywood Parks & Resort, Verizon Wireless, and more. EEOC At HSM, we believe that our diversity creates a productive workplace. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectionate or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• 2–5 years of sourcing or procurement experience in a manufacturing environment
• Experience supporting plant operations or production environments
• Strong Excel skills for analysis, comparisons, and sourcing decisions
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems (JDE experience is a plus)
• Must have the ability to travel up to 35% as required to site operations and conduct supplier audits, validations, and business reviews.

Nice To Haves

• Sourcing fabricated metal components, foam, textiles, plastics, or MRO
• Exposure to supplier onboarding or PPAP processes
• Knowledge of quality systems such as IATF 16949, VDA 6.3, or ISO 9001
• Experience working across multiple manufacturing locations

Responsibilities

• Identify sourcing opportunities that reduce cost, improve lead times, and strengthen supplier partnerships
• Lead RFQs and evaluate supplier proposals for production components and MRO categories
• Partner with plant teams to ensure suppliers can support production schedules
• Work closely with location buyers, operations, and planning teams to resolve sourcing challenges
• Help manage supplier transitions and onboarding to ensure production continuity
• Improve visibility into plant spend and increase spend under contract
• Deploy corporate sourcing strategies across manufacturing locations
• Support supplier consolidation and standardization efforts
• Ensure compliance with approved suppliers, negotiated pricing, and procurement policies
• Coordinate supplier onboarding, qualification, and documentation
• Work with supplier quality teams to address performance issues and improvements
• Support supplier performance reviews and operational readiness
• Monitor cost savings generated through sourcing initiatives
• Track supplier performance metrics such as delivery and quality
• Maintain sourcing project trackers aligned with company KPIs

Benefits

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, including an innovative global healthcare option for qualified participants
• 401(k) with company match, fully vested from day one
• Competitive PTO: 3 Weeks of Vacation + 9 company paid holidays
• Free On-Site Medical Clinics for you and covered dependents
• 24/7 Teladoc access with no copay
• Tuition reimbursement, professional development assistance and career growth opportunities
• Discounts with HSM partners, including Dollywood Parks & Resort, Verizon Wireless, and more

What This Job Offers

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