Sourcing Specialist
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Job Location:
Orlando, FL - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
8 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
The Sourcing Specialist will be responsible for sourcing and category management of spend categories of assigned areas of spend/commodities directed towards providing contracted services and/or materials for business operations. This position will assist the company in effecting more efficient sourcing processes to save costs to meet scope schedule and budget. He/she will negotiate with suppliers to obtain goods materials and services at the best prices by using strategic sourcing strategies and extensive knowledge of their commodity addition to managing our supply chain of distributors and manufacturers it is also critical to efficiently manage and support our internal customers and stakeholders. Success in this role will drive value creation through vendor consolidation and the use of market intelligence to drive cost savings while delivering value to business groups through partnership and the centralization of sourcing and contract compliance functions to procurement specialists.
Position Summary
The Sourcing Specialist for Services is responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies for indirect services categories (e.g. professional services marketing facilities IT services). This role ensures cost optimization supplier performance and risk mitigation while aligning with business objectives and compliance requirements.
As a Sourcing Specialist you will:
Key Responsibilities
- Strategic Sourcing:
- Develop and implement sourcing strategies for assigned service categories.
- Conduct market analysis to identify trends cost drivers and supplier capabilities.
- Supplier Management:
- Identify evaluate and select suppliers based on quality cost and service criteria.
- Negotiate contracts terms and pricing to achieve optimal value.
- Manage supplier relationships to ensure performance and compliance.
- Cost Optimization:
- Drive cost savings initiatives through competitive bidding negotiation and process improvements.
- Monitor and report on savings and performance metrics.
- Risk & Compliance:
- Ensure adherence to company policies legal requirements and ethical standards.
- Mitigate supply chain risks through contingency planning and supplier diversification.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration:
- Partner with internal stakeholders to understand business needs and deliver sourcing solutions.
- Support project teams with procurement expertise and guidance.
Other duties as assigned by leadership.
Qualifications :
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skills and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Business or related field (or equivalent experience).
- 3 years of experience in sourcing procurement or supply chain management preferably in services categories.
- Strong negotiation analytical and communication skills.
- Proficiency in procurement tools and ERP systems.
- Knowledge of contract law and risk management principles.
Preferred Skills
- Experience with strategic sourcing methodologies (e.g. RFx category management).
- Familiarity with supplier diversity and sustainability initiatives.
- Certification (e.g. CPSM CIPS) is a plus.
Additional Information :
Why Westgate
- Comprehensive health benefits medical dental and vision
- Paid Time Off (PTO) vacation sick and personal
- Paid Holidays
- 401K with generous company match
- Get access to your pay as you need it with our Daily Pay benefit
- Family benefits including pregnancy and parental leave and adoption assistance
- Wellness Programs
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Tuition Assistance
- Military Leave
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Life Disability Accident Critical Illness & Hospital Insurance
- Pet Insurance
- Exclusive discounts for Team Member (i.e. hotels cruise resorts restaurants entertainment etc.)
- Advancement & development opportunities
- Community Involvement Programs
Westgate Resorts is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin protected veteran status disability status or any other protected status under federal state or local law. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process please email with the job title and the location of the position for which you are applying.
This job posting is intended to provide a general overview of the position and may not include every responsibility duty or qualification required. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Key Skills
- Purchasing
- Sourcing
- Procurement
- Vendor Management
- ATS
- HR Sourcing
- Supply Chain Experience
- Supplier Management
- Contract Negotiation
- negotiation
- Contracts
- Recruiting
About Company
Westgate Resorts provides a diverse range of vacation experiences. From sandy beaches on the Atlantic Ocean to snow-covered Utah mountains, families can affordably experience the country's most desirable vacation destinations. A world leader in the timeshare and hospitality industry, ... View more
