Senior Direct Sourcing Specialist

The Computer Merchant, LtdProvidence, RI

$50 - $65 / hour

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Overview

Remote

On-site

Compensation

$50-$65/hour

Job Description

JOB TITLE: Senior Direct Sourcing Specialist (EMS) JOB LOCATION: West Greenwich, RI (Hybrid 50%) WAGE RANGE*: TBD $50-65/hr. JOB NUMBER: SRPRO REQUIRED EXPERIENCEAdvanced Experience $50-58/hr. Manager with EMS 6-8 Years Experience $58-65/hr.JOB DESCRIPTIONSr. Direct Sourcing SpecialistLocation: West Greenwich, RI, US, 02817Responsibilities Client is seeking a Senior Direct Sourcing Specialist. The Senior Direct Sourcing Specialist is responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies for direct materials within the EMS industry, including electronic components, PCBs, and related electro-mechanical assemblies. This role ensures cost competitiveness, supply continuity, and quality compliance by managing supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, and driving strategic initiatives aligned with business objectives.Key Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing & Commodity Management. Develop and execute sourcing strategies across Lottery hardware (e.g., terminals, vending machines), and components. Identify, qualify, and onboard suppliers to meet cost, quality, and delivery requirements. Conduct market analysis to assess trends, risks, and opportunities in the EMS supply base.
Supplier Relationship & Performance Management. Build and foster strong relationships with global suppliers and contract manufacturers, ensuring performance, innovation, and risk mitigation. Conduct regular supplier business reviews, develop performance scorecards, and drive continuous improvement programs. Manage risk mitigation plans for critical suppliers and components.
Cost Optimization. Identify and deliver cost-savings initiatives while maintaining quality standards, delivery requirements, product specifications, and compliance with regulations. Lead negotiations and value engineering initiatives where applicable to drive lower total cost of ownership.
Compliance & Risk Management. Ensure all sourcing activities comply with global procurement policies and regulatory requirements structuring commercial agreements that drive favorable terms while reducing legal and operational risks. Mitigate risks related to global supply chain volatility, geopolitical issues, and tariffs.
Cross-Functional Collaboration. Partner with engineering, business development, project management, and quality teams to align sourcing strategies with product requirements. Support new product introduction (NPI) by ensuring timely sourcing of components and materials.
Operational Excellence. Execute day-to-day procurement activities including RFPs, RFQs, contract management, and purchase order creation using best-in-class procurement processes, tools, and technologies (e.g., ERP systems, e-sourcing platforms). Maintain accurate procurement records, contracts, and supplier documentation.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in supply chain management
5 – 8+ years of experience in sourcing or procurement within electronics manufacturing
Excellent negotiation and contract management skills.
Proficiency in ERP systems and procurement tools.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to manage multiple projects in a customer-centric environment.

Equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities * While an hourly range is posted for this position, an eventual hourly rate is determined by a comprehensive salary analysis which considers multiple factors including but not limited to: job-related knowledge, skills and qualifications, education and experience as compared to others in the organization doing substantially similar work, if applicable, and market and business considerations. Benefits offered include medical, dental and vision benefits; dependent care flexible spending account; 401(k) plan; voluntary life/short term disability/whole life/term life/accident and critical illness coverage; employee assistance program; sick leave in accordance with regulation. Benefits may be subject to generally applicable eligibility, waiting period, contribution, and other requirements and conditions. Benefits offered are in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and subject to change at TCM's discretion.#Dice

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