Strategic Sourcing Specialist - Global Procurement

Gerdau • Midlothian, TX

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About The Position

Gerdau is hiring an early-career Strategic Sourcing Specialist for its Global Procurement team. The role supports sourcing initiatives across 11 steel mills and nearly 100 recycling, downstream, and manufacturing facilities, helping drive sourcing decisions that affect manufacturing operations across North America.

The specialist will work with suppliers around the world, support category strategies, analyze market trends, and identify opportunities to reduce costs while improving service, quality, and supply reliability. The position offers hands-on exposure to strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, and global supply chain management, with potential career growth toward Category Manager, Strategic Sourcing Manager, or procurement leadership roles.

Applicants must be legally eligible to work immediately in the country of hire without current or future sponsorship. Gerdau is an equal opportunity employer and provides an accommodation contact for applicants with disabilities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related field.
• Up to 3 years of procurement, sourcing, supply chain, or purchasing experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in manufacturing, industrial, or engineering environments.
• SAP experience.
• Exposure to strategic sourcing or supplier negotiations.
• Experience with reporting and analytics tools.
• Professional certifications such as CPSM, CSCP, or CPM.

Responsibilities

• Support strategic sourcing and category management initiatives.
• Lead RFQs, RFPs, and supplier bid processes.
• Analyze supplier markets, pricing, and industry trends.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Support supplier negotiations and contract management.
• Maintain supplier, pricing, and contract information in SAP.
• Monitor supplier performance and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Prepare sourcing analyses, reports, and presentations for leadership.
• Promote sustainable and ethical sourcing practices.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting Day One.
• 401(k) with 100% match up to 6%.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Career development and advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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