Strategic Sourcing Specialist

Location: Cary, IL | Full-Time | 100% OnsiteCompensation: Competitive Base Salary + BenefitsPrequel Solutions is recruiting for a Strategic Sourcing Specialist with an established, fast-growing manufacturing company in the Cary, IL area.This is a hands-on role focused on developing supplier relationships, improving sourcing strategies and ensuring the availability of critical materials and components to support manufacturing operations.Key ResponsibilitiesIdentify, evaluate and develop new suppliers for manufactured components and materials.Lead supplier negotiations involving pricing, lead times, quality and delivery.Develop alternative and secondary suppliers to reduce supply chain risks.Monitor supplier performance and drive improvements in cost, quality and reliability.Partner with engineering, manufacturing and purchasing teams to address sourcing challenges.Support day-to-day purchasing activities as needed.Ideal BackgroundExperience in strategic sourcing, procurement or supplier development within a manufacturing environment.Demonstrated success negotiating with suppliers and developing new sources.Experience sourcing machined components, metals or engineered materials is a plus.Strong communication, problem-solving and supplier relationship management skills.What We OfferCompetitive salary, health insurance, retirement benefits and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a growing manufacturing organization.This position is fully onsite in Cary, IL. Candidates should live within a reasonable daily commuting distance.