Buyer & Sourcing Specialist

Job Description

Buyer & Sourcing Specialist - Technical Supply Sector

📍 Chandler, Arizona

💼 Full-Time | On-Site | Direct Hire

💰 Compensation : Up to $90,000 DOE

About the Role

Located in the growing industrial hub of Chandler, AZ , this opportunity is ideal for a supply chain professional who is passionate about strategic sourcing, supplier negotiation, and high-impact procurement work . As a Buyer & Sourcing Specialist , you'll be responsible for identifying the right suppliers, securing competitive pricing, and ensuring consistent material availability for highly regulated industries-including advanced manufacturing, aerospace, life sciences, and precision engineering .

You will operate at the intersection of vendor strategy, technical product knowledge, and internal stakeholder alignment , making this a highly visible role with direct impact on profitability, customer satisfaction, and long-term supply chain stability.

What You'll Do

Identify, evaluate, and onboard suppliers to meet product and project requirements.

Respond quickly to sourcing requests from internal teams and client-facing departments.

Collaborate with sales, engineering, and operations to match products to application needs.

Lead price negotiations , delivery terms, and contract discussions to secure advantageous supplier agreements.

Monitor supplier performance and ensure ongoing compliance with quality and service standards.

Leverage spend analytics and market trend insights to identify cost-reduction and margin improvement opportunities .

Manage competitive quoting and bidding cycles for high-value categories.

Maintain strong relationships with key suppliers to drive preferred pricing and service-level agreements.

Support cross-functional sourcing initiatives and contribute to strategic procurement planning .

Expand product knowledge to provide sourcing recommendations and guide internal decision-making.

What You Bring

Bachelor's degree or a minimum of 4+ years of relevant experience in purchasing, sourcing, or supply chain.

Proven skills in vendor negotiation, supplier evaluation, and sourcing optimization .

Experience in technical, industrial, or MRO (maintenance, repair & operations) supply environments strongly preferred .

Ability to analyze pricing data, spot trends, and make data-backed recommendations.

Strong communication skills with the ability to influence internally and externally.

Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-demand environment with shifting priorities.

High attention to detail with strong administrative accuracy.

Experience using ERP systems (SAP preferred), RFQ processes, and structured procurement workflows .

Proactive, strategic mindset with a passion for efficiency and continuous improvement.

Collaborative team player with a relationship-driven approach to supplier management .

Why This Role Matters

This is not just a transactional purchasing position-it's a strategic sourcing role with direct business impact . You will help shape supplier strategy, improve cost structures, and ensure reliable material flow to some of the most respected manufacturing and industrial operations in the Southwest region.

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you're a driven sourcing professional who enjoys blending analytics, negotiation, and real-time decision-making , this role offers the career growth, autonomy, and visibility to thrive.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.