Sourcing Specialist

Aston Carter • Saint Paul, MN

5d • $36 - $43 • Hybrid

About The Position

We are currently expanding our Capital Expenditure (CAPEX) sourcing organization and is seeking a motivated Procurement/Sourcing professional to support major capital projects across its global operations. This role will play a critical part in building sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships, leading RFQ processes, and driving cost optimization initiatives for manufacturing and facility investments.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Procurement, or related field preferred.
• 1-3 years of procurement, sourcing, supply chain, purchasing, or indirect procurement experience.
• Experience managing RFQs, vendor communications, or sourcing projects.
• Strong negotiation and analytical skills.
• Experience working within an ERP system.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders simultaneously.
• Self-starter who can quickly learn and operate independently.

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting CAPEX, capital equipment, facilities, construction, engineering, manufacturing, or large-scale project sourcing.
• Exposure to manufacturing, industrial, chemical, engineering, or operational environments.
• Experience managing RFQs, supplier evaluations, negotiations, and total cost analysis.
• Understanding of cost drivers, pricing structures, and basic total cost of ownership concepts.
• Familiarity with ERP, S&OP, procurement, sourcing, or payment systems.
• Additional language capability, such as Spanish, is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage sourcing and procurement activities for CAPEX projects and initiatives.
• Lead RFQ (Request for Quotation) and RFP processes with suppliers and contractors.
• Analyze supplier proposals, pricing structures, and total project costs.
• Support contract negotiations and commercial discussions.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, finance, and project stakeholders to align sourcing decisions with project requirements.
• Track project milestones, supplier deliverables, and procurement timelines.
• Assist with supplier selection, bid evaluations, and approval processes.
• Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.

Benefits

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

What This Job Offers

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