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Sourcing Specialist

Industrial Electric Manufacturing
Location
Franklin, Tennessee, United States
Posted
18 days ago
Department
Manufacturing Supply Chain
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field
  • 2+ years of experience in sourcing, procurement, supply chain, purchasing, supplier management, or a related role in a manufacturing environment
  • Experience supporting supplier communication, sourcing activities, pricing analysis, supplier performance, and cost reduction initiatives
  • Understanding of manufacturing supply chains, supplier lead times, material planning, cost drivers, and production support
  • Strong analytical, communication, problem-solving, follow-up, and cross-functional collaboration skills
Nice to have
  • Experience in electrical equipment, power distribution, switchgear, industrial manufacturing, or engineered-to-order manufacturing
  • Experience with supplier development, localization, Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement, and material flow concepts
  • Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems, Microsoft Excel, and supplier performance reporting tools
  • Demonstrated career ambition with a track record of growth and increasing responsibility
What the job really is

The Sourcing Specialist at IEM will support sourcing, supplier management, and procurement activities to meet manufacturing and operational goals. Daily tasks include supplier identification, pricing analysis, negotiations, and maintaining supplier relationships, while collaborating with various internal teams to ensure material availability and cost competitiveness. This role requires 100% in-office presence in Franklin, TN.

Things to weigh
  • 100% in-office presence required; no remote work offered
  • Fast-paced environment with shifting priorities and production demands
  • Compensation may vary based on geographic region and candidate experience, but specifics are not provided
Job score2.6/5
Benefits1/5
Freshness4/5
Career value4/5
Role clarity4/5
Pay transparency0/5

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