Strategic Sourcing Specialist

Columbia Sportswear Company
Oregon
Workplace: HybridFull timeFunction: Procurement & SourcingExperience: 2-4 yearsEducation: bachelorsSkills: ["Negotiation","Supplier management","Stakeholder engagement","Analytical skills","Problem-solving"]

Execute end-to-end sourcing events for indirect goods and services within the Indirect Procurement team, including RFP creation, supplier evaluation, and negotiations. Partner with category management, contract management, and business stakeholders to deliver cost savings, mitigate risk, and support procurement policy compliance. Conduct market research and supplier analysis, maintain stakeholder relationships, and drive sourcing process improvements using technology and best practices.

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Columbia Sportswear Company
Columbia Sportswear Company
1 month ago

Strategic Sourcing Specialist

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Job Summary

Execute end-to-end sourcing events for indirect goods and services within the Indirect Procurement team, including RFP creation, supplier evaluation, and negotiations. Partner with category management, contract management, and business stakeholders to deliver cost savings, mitigate risk, and support procurement policy compliance. Conduct market research and supplier analysis, maintain stakeholder relationships, and drive sourcing process improvements using technology and best practices.
Location: Oregon
Workplace: Hybrid
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: Procurement & Sourcing
Seniority: Mid level

Key Responsibilities

  • •Execute sourcing events for indirect goods and services, including RFP development, supplier evaluation, and negotiations while complying with procurement policies.
  • •Partner with category management teams to support category strategies and deliver value to the business.
  • •Collaborate with contract management to support timely and accurate contract execution, including intake and review processes.
  • •Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders across departments and provide clear project status and actions.
  • •Conduct market research and supplier analysis and support sourcing process improvement initiatives using technology and best practices.
Travel: Low travel

Pay and Benefits

Perks:401kHealth InsuranceDentalVisionLife InsuranceDisabilityFlex SpendingEmployee DiscountsPaid Leave

Key Requirements

  • •Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Legal Studies, or related field (preferred).
  • •2-4 years of relevant experience in procurement, sourcing, or similar supply chain roles, including strategic sourcing and supplier negotiations.
  • •Strong understanding of sourcing processes and procurement best practices, including negotiation and supplier management.
  • •Ability to manage multiple sourcing projects simultaneously.
  • •Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with procurement systems; strong stakeholder communication and analytical/problem-solving skills.
Experience:2-4 yearsProcurementSupply chain
Education:Bachelor's
Skills:NegotiationSupplier managementStakeholder engagementAnalytical skillsProblem-solving
Tech Stack:Microsoft Office Suite

Company Brief

Columbia Sportswear Company
Designs, manufactures, and markets outdoor apparel, footwear, accessories, and equipment under brands including Columbia, Sorel, and Mountain Hardwear, serving consumers globally with performance-driven products for outdoor activities.
Industry: Fashion & Apparel
Company Size: Enterprise (1,001+ employees)
Revenue: USD 1B+
Growth: Public Company
Valuation: Public Company (Market Cap in USD)
Funding: IPO / Publicly Listed
Headquarters: Portland, United States
Founded: 1938
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