Strategic Sourcing Specialist

<p style="text-align:center;"><img alt="" height="82" src="https://assets.jazz.co/customers/customer_20220304172829_2DZJXNIQBLB9L8LE/layout/20231206181239-image-20231206101239-4.png" width="500"></p><p><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>How You’ll Shape Our Success</strong></span></span></p><p><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:12px;">At TSS, our Procurement team keeps the field running — and the field is out there doing work that saves and changes lives. As our Strategic Sourcing Specialist, you'll drive vendor relationships, deliver cost savings, and find smart sourcing solutions that keep our teams equipped and our customers supported. If you're organized, collaborative, and thrive in a fast-moving environment, we want to hear from you.</span><br><br><span style="font-size:14px;"><b>What You'll Take Ownership Of</b></span><br><span style="font-size:12px;"><strong>Procurement & Purchasing </strong></span></span></p><ul><li><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:12px;">Source and evaluate suppliers, negotiate pricing and contracts. </span></span></li><li><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:12px;">Maintain supplier relationships and monitor vendor performance. </span></span></li><li><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:12px;">Develop and implement Sourcing Strategies for the main categories of spend. </span></span></li></ul><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong><span style="font-size:12px;">Data Analysis & Reporting </span></strong></span><ul><li><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:12px;">Track key performance indicators (KPIs) such as Cost Savings, Cost Avoidance, and lead time. </span></span></li><li><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:12px;">Use Microsoft Dynamics to analyze performance and generate reports. </span></span></li><li><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:12px;">Identify areas for process improvement and cost reduction. </span></span></li></ul><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Compliance & Risk Management </strong></span><ul><li><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:12px;">Ensure supply chain activities comply with company policies, laws, and ethical standards. </span></span></li><li><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:12px;">Mitigate supply risks by developing contingency and sourcing plans. </span></span></li><li><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:12px;">Expand and implement policies and processes in alignment with company's ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) goals </span></span></li></ul><p><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><strong>Collaboration & Communication </strong></span></span></p><ul><li><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Work cross-functionally with procurement, logistics, finance, and operations teams. </span></li><li><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Communicate updates to management and stakeholders regarding supply chain performance. </span></li><li><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Provide leadership and procurement guidance to Purchasing team  </span></li></ul><p><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:14px;"><b>Perks, Pay, and Benefits</b></span></span></p><ul><li><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:12px;">Salary range of $75,000- $100,000 annually, </span>based on your experience and skills</span></li><li><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:12px;">Enjoy comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:12px;">Grow your future with a 401(k) and company match</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:12px;">Feel supported with life insurance plus short and long‑term disability</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:12px;">Generous PTO and 10 company‑paid holidays</span></span></li></ul><p><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><b>Your Journey with Us</b></span></span></span></p><p></p><ul><li><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:115%;">Recruiter Screen</span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:115%;">Interview with the Hiring Manager (Occasionally onsite for some roles)</span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:115%;">Conditional Offer</span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:115%;">Background Check and MVR Review</span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:115%;">Start your new career!</span></span></span></li></ul><p><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:14px;"><strong>What You'll Bring</strong></span></span></p><p></p><ul><li><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:12px;">Requires a bachelor's degree </span></span></li><li><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:12px;">Recommended 5 years of purchasing experience</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:12px;">Recommended 1-3 years of direct vendor management and negotiation</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:12px;">Experience with purchasing in an ERP systems like Microsoft Dynamics and SAP </span></span></li><li><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:12px;">Proven experience in sourcing, vendor evaluation, contract negotiation, and cost analysis.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:12px;">Ability to develop strategic procurement plans and align supply chain strategies with long-term business goals.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:12px;">Strong understanding of end-to-end supply chain processes, KPIs, and performance dashboards.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:12px;">Skilled at building supplier relationships and driving cross-functional collaboration.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:12px;">Strong problem-solving, communication, and process improvement skills.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:12px;">Proficient in Microsoft Office; able to work independently and manage competing priorities effectively.</span></span></li></ul><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:12px;">Equivalent combinations of education, training, or hands-on experience are welcome. If you don’t check every box but are motivated, reliable, and ready to learn, we encourage you to apply—we’re looking for potential, not perfection.</span></span><p><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Meet TSS Family of Companies</strong></span></span></p><p><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:12px;">The TSS Family of Companies is one of the nation's largest independent providers of testing, calibration, certification, and environmental monitoring services — supporting top life sciences companies, healthcare facilities, and renowned research institutions across the United States. Our family includes Technical Safety Services (TSS), Evergreen Medical Services (EMS), and Cornerstone Commissioning. We're growing fast and looking for passionate, talented people ready to partner with customers doing work that truly improves the human condition.</span></span></p><p><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><em>TSS is a passionate equal opportunity employer and celebrates diversity. Interested in a role but not sure it’s the right fit for you? Call us and let’s talk.</em></span></span></p>

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