BEPC is actively looking for Strategic Sourcing Specialist Manager, in Temple, AZ area!
W2 Contract – 6 months with possible extensions!
Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
Pay Rate: $60.00 - $85.00 /hour - based on experience
Work Model: Hybrid
Note: This is a W2 only role — C2C, C2H will not be considered
Summary of the Role:
BEPC is seeking a highly motivated Strategic Sourcing Specialist Principal to join our client’s site in Phoenix, Tempe, Tucson, AZ, or other supported U.S. locations. This role will support executive supplier relationships with suppliers with significant annual spend.
The Strategic Sourcing Specialist Principal is accountable for direct material productivity, working capital (payment terms, pay cycle, VMI), contract negotiations, dual sourcing and HGR penetration, and the overall performance of each supplier.
You will own the strategic business plan for your scope of business and connect it cross-functionally across all internal organizations. This role drives executive Gold Business Enterprise (GBE) relationship collaboration, leads cross-functional Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs), fosters a Cost Management (CM) and Growth Management (GM) mindset, and supports team development through hiring, onboarding, mentoring, and performance management.
Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain executive-level supplier relationships
- Drive direct material productivity through cost savings initiatives
- Manage working capital, including optimization of payment terms, pay cycle, and Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI)
- Lead contract negotiations to secure favorable terms and conditions
- Implement dual sourcing strategies to mitigate supply chain risk and improve supplier performance
- Drive High Growth Region (HGR) penetration by identifying and leveraging market opportunities
- Develop and execute strategic business plans aligned across organizations
- Foster executive Gold Business Enterprise (GBE) collaboration
- Lead cross-functional Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs) to evaluate supplier performance
- Promote a Continuous Improvement (CI) culture with CM/GM principles
- Mentor and develop team members
- Manage team metrics and performance tracking
- Lead organizational improvement initiatives
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or related field
- 9+ years of experience in Supply Chain Management or Sourcing/Procurement
- Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills
- Ability to influence and negotiate with stakeholders at all levels
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
Location & Work Schedule
- Candidates can be based in Phoenix, Tempe, or Tucson, AZ, as well as other Aerospace locations within the U.S.
- Hybrid work schedule (3 or more days per week in the office)
- Candidates must live and work within a supported geographic area
About BEPC
BEPC Inc., founded in 2007, is a 100% employee-owned company providing top-tier consulting and staffing solutions across industries like technology, engineering, manufacturing, and project management. At BEPC, we are driven by innovation and a commitment to excellence. We take pride in fostering a collaborative and innovative environment where our team members thrive. With competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, BEPC is dedicated to supporting our employees' personal and professional growth.
Apply Now!
Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply by submitting an up-to-date resume that highlights how your experience aligns with the role. Please include specific examples that demonstrate your qualifications. We look forward to connecting with you!
USOPS
Job Type: Contract
Pay: $60.00 - $85.00 per hour
Application Question(s):
- Can you describe your experience managing executive-level supplier relationships, including the size of spend you owned and how you improved supplier performance?
- Tell me about a specific initiative where you drove cost savings or productivity improvements in direct materials. What actions did you take and what were the measurable results?
- Walk me through a complex supplier negotiation you led. What strategy did you use, and what outcome did you achieve?
Education:
Location:
- Phoenix, AZ 85034 (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
