Sourcing Specialist

Sourcing Specialist

The Sourcing Specialist will play a critical role in the operations department by ensuring the best possible selection of vendors for Commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) items.

Responsibilities

• Source, negotiate, and establish relationships with suppliers to secure the timely delivery of high-quality materials.
• Improve the vendor selection process.
• Identify areas to increase purchasing power.
• Support other departments by completing accurate and timely requests for quotes.
• Analyze and communicate applicable market trends to management and other stakeholders.
• Assist with issuing purchase orders and agreements that reflect negotiated terms with suppliers.
• Monitor supplier performance, quality, and pricing, and resolve any issues.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities through negotiation, supplier selection, and process improvements.
• Coordinate with upstream and downstream departments, specifically Business Development and Engineering.
• Document and communicate product and process change requests.
• Assist department managers in developing and implementing continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform other administrative and purchasing duties for the supply chain department as needed.
• Follow Business Technology policies to protect sensitive data and reduce information security occurrences.

Essential Skills

• Procurement
• Negotiation
• Sourcing
• Purchasing
• Purchase order management
• 2-3 years' experience in sourcing and/or purchasing/buying
• Ability to source, negotiate, and build relationships with suppliers
• Capability to secure timely delivery of high-quality materials and components
• Experience identifying and monitoring cost-saving opportunities and supplier performance
• Familiarity with APIC's Certifications
• Knowledge of RoHS and REACH standards
• Understanding of manufacturing Bills of Materials, part numbers, and revision levels

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience, 2-3 years)
• Self-motivated individual able to balance a large workload with shifting priorities
• Effective communication skills to speak, listen, and write clearly and thoroughly
• Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with others to set goals, resolve problems, and make decisions
• Demonstrate responsiveness, tact, diplomacy, good judgment, and confidentiality in communications
• Demonstrate commitment and adherence to core values
• Pass a post-offer background verification

Work Environment

The work environment is a product development, engineering, and manufacturing firm based in the Pacific Northwest, offering innovative concept through production services to diverse clients globally. The role requires working in-office from Monday to Friday, 8 am to 5 pm, with some flexibility on start and end times, supporting a team of 3 Buyers and a Purchasing Manager. The position offers a contract-to-hire opportunity with benefits including a 401(k) with up to 4% company match, accrued PTO, and 9 company-paid holidays for those working over 20 hours per week.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Camas, Washington.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $35.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Camas, WA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 16, 2025.

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain, and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific, and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.