Sourcing Specialist
The Sourcing Specialist I supports procurement, invoicing, payment processing, and supplier coordination. This role requires strong customer service skills, the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, and attention to detail in financial and purchasing operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Invoice & Payment Processing
- Manage end-to-end processing of invoices, including receipt, coding, data entry, scanning, and payment.
- Resolve invoice discrepancies, disputes, and ensure alignment with contract terms.
- Monitor and apply early-pay discount opportunities.
- Procurement & Purchase Order Management
- Create, review, and update Purchase Orders, Blanket Purchase Agreements, and Contract Purchase Agreements.
- Ensure proper coding and alignment of POs to contracts.
- Manage approval workflows and maintain accurate system entries.
- Supplier & Internal Stakeholder Relations
- Serve as a primary point of contact for suppliers and internal customers.
- Address inquiries, provide system status updates, and maintain strong working relationships.
- Resolve payment issues in collaboration with operations and support teams.
- Financial Reporting & Documentation
- Apply strong understanding of account classification for accurate transaction reporting.
- Compile and analyze financial data to support reporting, budgeting, and accrual processes.
- Reconcile purchasing card statements and maintain documentation accuracy.
- Systems Expertise & Process Optimization
- Maintain proficiency in core business systems (e.g., Oracle, Kofax).
- Troubleshoot system errors, ensure data integrity, and support upgrades or process enhancements.
- Collaborate on projects aimed at improving procurement and payment workflows.
- Records & Compliance Management
- Maintain secure storage, filing, and retrieval of procurement and financial records.
- Ensure compliance with corporate record retention and audit standards.
- Support document imaging systems and maintain electronic document accuracy.
Required Skills
Strong customer service and communication abilitiesAbility to work efficiently in a fast-paced, challenging environmentDetail-oriented with strong organizational skillsPreferred Skills
Accounting backgroundPrior supply chain or procurement experienceExperience with Oracle and / or Kofax