Entry Level Director of Strategic Sourcing Jobs
New grad director of strategic sourcing jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong internship record or coursework in supply chain and procurement can matter more than a lengthy resume. Most openings mix on-site and hybrid settings across Manufacturing, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Agriculture & Farming, with employers like DaVita, Aramark, and Point72 hiring at this level now.
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INTRODUCTION
We are seeking a Strategic Sourcing Analyst I to join our procurement team. This role is pivotal in supporting our category strategy through data-driven insights, supplier research, and rigorous contract management. You will act as a key coordinator between internal stakeholders and external suppliers, ensuring that our sourcing processes—from initial research to final contract execution—are efficient, compliant, and value-oriented.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Strategy & Analytics: Assist in developing category strategies by leveraging spend analytics and supplier research. Capture and report on key metrics including supplier spend, spend under management, and maverick spend.
- Contract Management: Maintain the accuracy of Ariba’s contract management module. Responsible for uploading and updating fully executed contracts, including MSAs, SOWs, NDAs, and other obligating documents.
- Market Intelligence: Conduct primary and secondary research, competitive analysis, and supplier evaluations. Assess supplier value propositions to determine if they align with business needs.
- Sourcing Execution: Identify potential suppliers for RFIs, RFQs, and RFPs. Manage the end-to-end contracting process for agreements up to $250,000, including negotiations and facilitating legal reviews.
- Supplier Relations: Coordinate meetings with potential vendors and serve as a point of contact for upcoming agreement expirations and renewals.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Required: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Information Technology, or Supply Chain Management PLUS two years of professional job-related experience.
- Alternative: An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) or Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) designation.
JOB KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
- Procurement Fundamentals: Basic knowledge of sourcing principles, indirect procurement, and RFP processes.
- Analytical Rigor: Understanding of financial/cost analyses, business case development, and qualitative/quantitative decision modeling.
- Communication: Excellent presentation and interpersonal skills; ability to negotiate effectively with senior management and external partners.
- Technical Proficiency: Strong MS Office skills are required. Experience with SAP, Ariba, and Fieldglass is highly preferred.
- Problem Solving: An aptitude for conceptualizing and "selling" new concepts while maintaining an analytical approach to strategic development.
LOCATION
Location: Columbus, GA (Hybrid)
JOB TYPE
Job Type: Temp-to-Perm Contract
LENGTH
Length: 6 Months
PAY RATE
Pay Rate: $38.00 - $43.00 / hour
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
Accommodations: At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.
Compensation & Benefits: Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).
Posting Duration: This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
INTRODUCTION
We are seeking a Strategic Sourcing Analyst I to join our procurement team. This role is pivotal in supporting our category strategy through data-driven insights, supplier research, and rigorous contract management. You will act as a key coordinator between internal stakeholders and external suppliers, ensuring that our sourcing processes—from initial research to final contract execution—are efficient, compliant, and value-oriented.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Strategy & Analytics: Assist in developing category strategies by leveraging spend analytics and supplier research. Capture and report on key metrics including supplier spend, spend under management, and maverick spend.
- Contract Management: Maintain the accuracy of Ariba’s contract management module. Responsible for uploading and updating fully executed contracts, including MSAs, SOWs, NDAs, and other obligating documents.
- Market Intelligence: Conduct primary and secondary research, competitive analysis, and supplier evaluations. Assess supplier value propositions to determine if they align with business needs.
- Sourcing Execution: Identify potential suppliers for RFIs, RFQs, and RFPs. Manage the end-to-end contracting process for agreements up to $250,000, including negotiations and facilitating legal reviews.
- Supplier Relations: Coordinate meetings with potential vendors and serve as a point of contact for upcoming agreement expirations and renewals.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Required: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Information Technology, or Supply Chain Management PLUS two years of professional job-related experience.
- Alternative: An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) or Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) designation.
JOB KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
- Procurement Fundamentals: Basic knowledge of sourcing principles, indirect procurement, and RFP processes.
- Analytical Rigor: Understanding of financial/cost analyses, business case development, and qualitative/quantitative decision modeling.
- Communication: Excellent presentation and interpersonal skills; ability to negotiate effectively with senior management and external partners.
- Technical Proficiency: Strong MS Office skills are required. Experience with SAP, Ariba, and Fieldglass is highly preferred.
- Problem Solving: An aptitude for conceptualizing and "selling" new concepts while maintaining an analytical approach to strategic development.
LOCATION
Location: Columbus, GA (Hybrid)
JOB TYPE
Job Type: Temp-to-Perm Contract
LENGTH
Length: 6 Months
PAY RATE
Pay Rate: $38.00 - $43.00 / hour
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
Accommodations: At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.
Compensation & Benefits: Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).
Posting Duration: This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
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Entry Level Director of Strategic Sourcing Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level director of strategic sourcing job?
Entry level director of strategic sourcing roles typically look for candidates with a degree in supply chain management, business, or a related field, combined with any internship or project experience in procurement or vendor management. Demonstrating familiarity with sourcing concepts, cost analysis, and supplier evaluation gives you a real edge at this stage, even if your hands-on experience is limited to academic or internship settings.
Which companies hire entry level director of strategic sourcings?
Companies hiring entry level director of strategic sourcings right now include DaVita, Aramark, and Point72, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Hiring at this level tends to come from mid-size and large organizations building out their procurement teams and willing to develop junior talent.
Are there remote entry level director of strategic sourcing jobs?
Yes, though most openings at this level still favor on-site or hybrid arrangements. About 30% of entry level director of strategic sourcing openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, so candidates open to flexible locations will find more options than those restricted to a single city.
Are these new grad director of strategic sourcing jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior director of strategic sourcing roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internships or academic projects as qualifying background, or calls for a portfolio of sourcing or procurement work rather than a long professional history.
Which industries hire the most entry level director of strategic sourcings?
Entry Level director of strategic sourcing roles concentrate in Manufacturing, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Agriculture & Farming, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors tend to run high-volume procurement operations and regularly bring in junior sourcing talent to support category management and supplier pipeline development.