Procurement Strategic Sourcing

Kforce has a client in Carlsbad, CA that is seeking a Procurement Strategic Sourcing. The role currently does not manage employees but may assume supervisory responsibilities in the future based on organizational needs. Responsibilities and Duties: Ensure efficient execution of purchasing activities Oversee purchasing of materials for manufacturing in accordance with purchasing control processes Implement strategies to optimize inventory levels, balancing service levels with inventory investments Manage purchase orders and ensure timely supply of materials Review, resolve, and escalate supply chain issues that impact delivery dates Ensure data integrity of MRP master data elements (e.g., safety stock, cycle times, BOM accuracy, effectivity dates) Establish and maintain strong supplier relationships, negotiate pricing and contracts, and ensure vendor performance Collaborate with the Accounting team to ensure accurate product costing and financial reporting Lead root cause analysis and resolution of supply chain disruptions, implementing corrective actions Participate in Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) to align supply and demand Collaborate with engineering on material phase-in/phase-out related to Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) Monitor supply chain Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and drive continuous improvement initiatives Ensure purchasing processes comply with ISO 13485, cGMP, and company quality systems Support process improvements related to ERP (NetSuite) and material transactions Troubleshoot inventory discrepancies and manufacturing variances, implementing corrective actions Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business Administration, or related field 6+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, supply chain/procurement, materials management or vendor management, preferably in a scientific and/or manufacturing environment Strong knowledge of MRP, DRP, and MPS systems with hands-on ERP experience (NetSuite preferred) Strong commercial acumen with the ability to analyze TCO, benchmark pricing, and structure deals that balance value, risk, and speed Ability to structure and analyze data to drive cost and process efficiencies Strong negotiation, supplier management, and contract management skills Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies (preferred) Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future. We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave. Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law. This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions. Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. By clicking “Apply Today” you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages or emails from Kforce and its affiliates, and service providers. Note that if you choose to communicate with Kforce via text messaging the frequency may vary, and message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You will always have the right to cease communicating via text by using key words such as STOP.