Strategic Sourcing and Procurement Specialist

6 days ago


st louis, United States Forsyth Advisors - strategic sourcing & procurement Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Strategic Sourcing and Procurement Specialist to join our team at Forsyth Advisors. As a key member of our consulting team, you will work closely with project teams to develop and execute strategic sourcing initiatives that drive cost improvements across direct material and strategic indirect categories.

As a Strategic Sourcing and Procurement Specialist, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on our clients' bottom line by identifying opportunities for cost savings, implementing procurement best practices, and providing category intelligence. Your expertise in quantitative and qualitative analysis will be instrumental in developing and executing sourcing strategies that meet our clients' needs.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and Execute Sourcing Strategies: Work with project teams to develop and execute sourcing strategies that drive cost improvements and meet our clients' needs.
  • Conduct Quantitative and Qualitative Analysis: Conduct thorough analysis of spend data, market trends, and supplier performance to identify opportunities for cost savings.
  • Implement Procurement Best Practices: Implement procurement best practices across direct material and strategic indirect categories to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
  • Provide Category Intelligence: Provide actionable insights and recommendations to our clients based on thorough analysis of market trends and supplier performance.
Requirements
  • Excellent Analytical and Communication Skills: Excellent analytical and communication skills to effectively communicate complex data and insights to stakeholders.
  • Experience with Sourcing and Procurement: Proven experience in sourcing and procurement with a strong understanding of procurement best practices.
  • Fluency in Microsoft Office Suite: Fluency in Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.) to create effective presentations and reports.
Benefits

We offer a competitive salary of $85,000 per year, comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for career growth and development. If you are a motivated and detail-oriented professional looking to make a meaningful contribution to our team, we encourage you to apply.

About Us

Forsyth Advisors is a boutique consulting firm dedicated to driving cost improvements across direct material and strategic indirect categories for private equity owned, middle market manufacturing and distribution companies. Our team of experts has extensive experience in strategic sourcing and procurement and is committed to delivering exceptional results for our clients.



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