Supply Chain Associate

Actalent • Tempe, AZ • 1d ago

Job Title: Supply Chain AssociateJob Description

Support sourcing strategy for new product introduction (NPI) programs, partnering closely with engineering, operations, quality, finance, and suppliers to bring innovative products from concept through commercialization. Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers for new technologies and components, leading sourcing decisions that balance cost, quality, service, risk, and long-term business value.

Responsibilities

Perform sourcing analysis utilizing financial and non-financial inputs, and leverage knowledge of component cost drivers to develop negotiation strategies and strengthen supplier partnerships.

Lead commercial negotiations with suppliers, including pricing, contracts, development agreements, cost reduction initiatives, and long-term sourcing strategies that support margin expansion and business growth.

Serve as the primary commercial interface between suppliers and cross-functional stakeholders, helping influence decisions, resolve issues, and ensure successful execution of critical project milestones.

Own procurement activities throughout the product launch lifecycle, including supplier selection, RFQs, negotiations, awards, launch readiness, and transition to sustaining procurement.

Develop strong supplier relationships, drive accountability, and proactively manage supply, cost, quality, and delivery risks to keep projects on track.

Partner with cross-functional teams to track project costs, identify savings opportunities, support business case development, and ensure successful implementation of sourcing strategies.

Communicate supplier risks, opportunities, and market insights to project teams and leadership while helping shape sourcing strategies across a diverse global supply base.

Support the development of innovative products while gaining broad exposure to manufacturing processes, supplier technologies, and cross-functional business leaders throughout the organization.

Essential Skills

Supply chain management

Procurement

SAP

ERP

Sourcing

Logistics

Reporting

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Management, Business, Finance, Engineering or related field preferred

5 years relevant experience

Knowledge and application of supplier contract strategy, negotiations, contractual terms, and contract administration

Excel experience

3+ years in Supply Management with focus on strategic sourcing and supplier development preferred

Work Environment

This is a contract to hire opportunity with a flexible work schedule, Monday through Friday.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tempe, AZ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $38.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Tempe,AZ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 28, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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