Strategic Sourcing Specialist

Technical Safety Services•Raleigh, NC

4d•$75,000 - $100,000

About The Position

At TSS, our Procurement team keeps the field running — and the field is out there doing work that saves and changes lives. As our Strategic Sourcing Specialist, you'll drive vendor relationships, deliver cost savings, and find smart sourcing solutions that keep our teams equipped and our customers supported. If you're organized, collaborative, and thrive in a fast-moving environment, we want to hear from you.

Requirements

Requires a bachelor's degree
Recommended 5 years of purchasing experience
Recommended 1-3 years of direct vendor management and negotiation
Experience with purchasing in an ERP systems like Microsoft Dynamics and SAP
Proven experience in sourcing, vendor evaluation, contract negotiation, and cost analysis.
Ability to develop strategic procurement plans and align supply chain strategies with long-term business goals.
Strong understanding of end-to-end supply chain processes, KPIs, and performance dashboards.
Skilled at building supplier relationships and driving cross-functional collaboration.
Strong problem-solving, communication, and process improvement skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office; able to work independently and manage competing priorities effectively.
Equivalent combinations of education, training, or hands-on experience are welcome. If you don’t check every box but are motivated, reliable, and ready to learn, we encourage you to apply—we’re looking for potential, not perfection.

Responsibilities

Source and evaluate suppliers, negotiate pricing and contracts.
Maintain supplier relationships and monitor vendor performance.
Develop and implement Sourcing Strategies for the main categories of spend.
Track key performance indicators (KPIs) such as Cost Savings, Cost Avoidance, and lead time.
Use Microsoft Dynamics to analyze performance and generate reports.
Identify areas for process improvement and cost reduction.
Ensure supply chain activities comply with company policies, laws, and ethical standards.
Mitigate supply risks by developing contingency and sourcing plans.
Expand and implement policies and processes in alignment with company's ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) goals
Work cross-functionally with procurement, logistics, finance, and operations teams.
Communicate updates to management and stakeholders regarding supply chain performance.
Provide leadership and procurement guidance to Purchasing team