Sourcing Associate

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Assist in sourcing initiatives within the commodity team

• Organize sourcing events and compile requirements

• Assess suppliers and aid in supplier evaluations

• Create and distribute RFQs

• Manage documentation and monitor timelines

• Aid in negotiations with support from senior team members

• Ensure accurate record-keeping and adherence to procurement protocols

• Help guarantee compliance with regulatory and internal standards

• Facilitate communication and arrange meetings

• Assist in initial supplier interactions and follow-up actions

• Recognize opportunities to enhance workflow efficiency

• Assist in updating tools, templates, and best practices

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve sourcing objectives

• Play a role in risk management and the disciplined execution of procurement tasks

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field; 4+ years of additional applicable experience may replace a degree

• At least 6 months of experience in procurement

• US citizenship is mandatory

• Capability to collaborate with stakeholders to grasp fundamental procurement needs and assist in completing sourcing activities

• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities

• Competence in tracking tasks, timelines, and documentation

• Strong and professional communication skills

• Comfort in engaging with internal teams and suppliers

• Proficient in Excel and Word

• Eagerness to learn about government procurement, negotiation terms, and source-to-pay systems

• Clearance is not currently required

• No specific certifications are necessary

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive medical plan options, including plans with Health Savings Accounts

• Dental plan options

• Vision plan

• 401(k) plan featuring pre-tax and post-tax contributions, along with a company match

• Flexible work weeks when feasible

• Paid time off encompassing vacation, sick leave, personal time, holidays, parental leave, military leave, bereavement leave, and jury duty

• Generally, 15 days of paid leave annually

• 10 paid holidays each year

• Up to 160 hours of paid family leave in a rolling 12-month period for eligible employees

• Short- and long-term disability benefits

• Life insurance

• Accidental death and dismemberment insurance

• Personal accident insurance

• Critical illness insurance

• Business travel and accident insurance

• AI-powered career tool to identify career advancement steps and learning opportunities

• Internal mobility team

• Wellness packages

• Competitive salary

• Remote work options