About the Role
The Sourcing Operations Specialist will oversee vendor onboarding, monitor sourcing metrics, and improve process efficiency through data analysis and cross-functional coordination.
Responsibilities
- Manage end-to-end vendor sourcing lifecycle
- Evaluate supplier performance using defined KPIs
- Maintain accurate records of procurement activities
- Coordinate with internal teams to align sourcing goals
- Identify inefficiencies in current sourcing workflows
- Implement process improvements to reduce cycle time
- Ensure compliance with procurement policies
- Track delivery timelines and service quality
- Facilitate onboarding of new sourcing partners
- Monitor contract adherence across vendors
- Analyze cost structures to support budget decisions
- Report on sourcing metrics to stakeholders
- Resolve operational issues with external partners
- Standardize documentation for sourcing procedures
- Support audits related to procurement activities
- Optimize communication between teams and vendors
- Maintain data integrity in sourcing systems
- Escalate critical issues following protocols
- Contribute to sourcing strategy development
- Use data to forecast sourcing needs
- Ensure timely renewal of vendor agreements
- Validate vendor credentials and certifications
- Support cross-functional initiatives involving suppliers
- Drive consistency in operational execution
- Participate in process review meetings
Nice to Have
- Certification in supply chain management
- Experience with global vendor networks
- Familiarity with automated sourcing tools
- Background in technology or data services
- Project management experience
- Advanced data analysis skills
- Knowledge of SLA frameworks
- Experience in remote work settings
- Exposure to agile methodologies
- Track record of cost-saving initiatives
Compensation
Competitive salary with performance incentives
Work Arrangement
Remote
Team
Collaborative team operating across time zones
What We Measure
- Vendor delivery accuracy
- Sourcing cycle duration
- Compliance with contractual terms
- Data completeness in records
- Stakeholder satisfaction scores
- Process deviation frequency
- Cost per sourcing action
- On-time onboarding rate
Tools You'll Use
- CRM platforms for vendor tracking
- Spreadsheet and database software
- Internal operations dashboards
- Communication and collaboration tools
- Document management systems
- Automated workflow applications
- Reporting and analytics interfaces
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