Sourcing Expert

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Hiring Remotely in Okinawa, JPN
Remote
Entry level
Logistics • Transportation • Defense • Manufacturing
The Role
Source and research items to fulfill DoD/GSA customer requests, identify suppliers, evaluate contracts and supplier performance, negotiate pricing/terms with guidance, resolve post-order issues, and collaborate with internal teams to ensure compliant, timely procurement.
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About SupplyCore:

SupplyCore is a Certified Small Business federal contractor to the Department of Defense (DoD) and General Services Administration (GSA). We prioritize supporting our Military, allies, and Government customers worldwide. In partnership with our expansive supply chain, we provide products and services that enable our customers to complete their mission and sustain readiness anywhere.

To learn more visit here; One Company. One Mission. - SupplyCore Inc.

Job Summary:

As a Sourcing Expert, you are responsible for processing and completing material quotes by working with various associates, our existing supply chain, and identifying new suppliers. You will identify any potential scope and contract violations.


Key Deliverables and Responsibilities:

  • Research and source items to fulfill customer requests.
  • Build a general understanding of products, commodities, and contract scope.
  • Work with department personnel to identify and escalate possible sourcing issues.
  • Partner with department personnel to answer questions, concerns and resolve any issues.
  • With guidance, negotiate and establish pricing, terms, and conditions, and build key supplier relationships.  
  • Review supplier score cards to evaluate supplier performance prior to solicitation.
  • Assist department personnel in resolution of trouble tickets, post order.
  • Participate in ongoing department training to stay aware of process changes and new systems.

Requirements
  • High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
  • Experience in procurement or supply chain, helpful. May include military personnel who have been formerly trained or have relevant experience in lieu of civilian experience.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication with the ability to talk and conduct business in a confident, articulate, and professional manner.
  • Bilingual in Japanese and English, with the ability to communicate effectively in both languages.
  • Highly meticulous and organized with the ability to prioritize and execute multiple tasks simultaneously with different requirements, adhering to deadlines.
  • Strong attention to detail is needed. Ability to review and understand multiple contracts and different requirements.
  • Self-driven and proactive in nature with a strong sense of accountability that takes initiative to complete tasks under minimal supervision.
  • Ability to be agile and resourceful and use critical thinking to find creative solutions to customer challenges.
  • Demonstrates strong team building qualities such as assisting team members and collaborating with internal departments of varying levels of expertise, when necessary.
  • PC proficiency in Microsoft Office (e.g., Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).

Benefits

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class. 

Skills Required

  • High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
  • Experience in procurement or supply chain (military experience accepted in lieu of civilian experience).
  • Excellent written and verbal communication; professional and articulate business communication.
  • Bilingual in Japanese and English, able to communicate effectively in both languages.
  • Highly meticulous and organized; ability to prioritize and execute multiple tasks to meet deadlines.
  • Strong attention to detail; ability to review and understand multiple contracts and requirements.
  • Self-driven, proactive, accountable; able to work with minimal supervision.
  • Agile, resourceful, and critical thinker able to find creative solutions to customer challenges.
  • Demonstrates team-building qualities and collaboration across internal departments.
  • PC proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
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The Company
0 Employees
Year Founded: 1987

What We Do

SupplyCore is a Rockford, Illinois-based company established in 1987 that serves as a supply chain and technology integrator. It provides logistics solutions, procurement, warehousing, and support services to the U.S. Department of Defense, federal civilian agencies, and allied governments. The company specializes in maintaining military readiness by supplying tactical gear, vehicle parts, and base operations support, while maintaining a strong commitment to hiring veterans and military spouses.

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