Sourcing Jobs in Cincinnati, OH
Sourcing jobs in Cincinnati are concentrated in the downtown Central Business District, Kenwood, and Blue Ash, across manufacturing, retail, and healthcare sectors, with steady demand for procurement and supply chain specialists at employers like Kroger, Augmentis, and Pep. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Join Atlas Air Worldwide. Move the World with Us!
At Atlas Air Worldwide, we're not just an airline, we're a global engine powering cargo, passenger, and leasing operations across more than 70 countries. As a leader in outsourced aviation logistics, we're built on a foundation of safety, service excellence, integrity, innovation, teamwork, and responsibility. With over 30 years of history, a modern all-Boeing fleet, and nearly 5,000 teammates collaborating across operations, technical, and corporate functions, we're driven by purpose.
If you're ready to grow, innovate, and help us deliver excellence every single day, you belong here.
The Procurement Manager is responsible for managing sourcing activities, supplier relationships, and contract negotiations for assigned procurement categories. This role partners with internal departments to understand business needs, identify cost-saving opportunities, and ensure goods and services are procured efficiently and in accordance with company policies. The Procurement Manager supports category sourcing plans, manages supplier performance, and works with internal stakeholders to achieve cost, quality, and service objectives.
Values and Behavioral Standards: To ensure the effective communication and application of company values and behavioral standards, as stated in our company "Code of Conduct" policy, and to respond appropriately in the event of any known departure.
Major Job Accountabilities:
Strategic Sourcing & Category Management
- Manage procurement activities for assigned categories, ensuring alignment with business needs and budget requirements.
- Conduct competitive sourcing events, including RFIs, RFPs, and RFQs, and evaluate supplier proposals.
- Identify opportunities for cost savings, cost avoidance, and process improvements.
- Support the development and execution of category sourcing plans.
Supplier & Contract Management
- Manage supplier relationships to ensure competitive pricing, service quality, and contract compliance.
- Negotiate pricing, commercial terms, and contract renewals in partnership with Legal and internal stakeholders.
- Monitor supplier performance and address service or delivery concerns.
- Maintain visibility into contract expiration dates and upcoming sourcing requirements.
Business Partnership & Financial Accountability
- Partner with departments such as Flight Operations, Technical Operations, Ground Operations, Finance, and IT to understand purchasing requirements.
- Track and report cost savings and procurement performance.
- Ensure purchasing activities follow established procurement policies, approval requirements, and financial controls.
- Identify supplier or supply chain risks and escalate issues as appropriate.
Process Improvement & Team Support
- Recommend improvements to procurement processes and sourcing practices.
- Utilize procurement systems and reporting tools to support effective purchasing decisions.
- Provide guidance and support to procurement analysts, as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field preferred.
- Minimum 4 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, supply chain, or category management.
- Experience with supplier negotiations, competitive bidding, and contract management.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and build effective relationships with internal stakeholders.
- Experience in aviation or operational procurement preferred.
- Experience with technology transformations and automation preferred
- Familiarity with procurement systems and Microsoft Excel.
Skills & Competencies
- Procurement and sourcing execution
- Supplier and contract management
- Negotiation and cost management
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
- Stakeholder collaboration
- Organization and prioritization
- Process improvement
At Atlas Air Worldwide, we believe in the power of people, the promise of innovation, and the responsibility we hold to each other, to our customers, and to the planet. Join us and be part of a team that lifts more than cargo; we lift ambition.
Join Atlas Air Worldwide. Move the World with Us!
At Atlas Air Worldwide, we're not just an airline, we're a global engine powering cargo, passenger, and leasing operations across more than 70 countries. As a leader in outsourced aviation logistics, we're built on a foundation of safety, service excellence, integrity, innovation, teamwork, and responsibility. With over 30 years of history, a modern all-Boeing fleet, and nearly 5,000 teammates collaborating across operations, technical, and corporate functions, we're driven by purpose.
If you're ready to grow, innovate, and help us deliver excellence every single day, you belong here.
The Procurement Manager is responsible for managing sourcing activities, supplier relationships, and contract negotiations for assigned procurement categories. This role partners with internal departments to understand business needs, identify cost-saving opportunities, and ensure goods and services are procured efficiently and in accordance with company policies. The Procurement Manager supports category sourcing plans, manages supplier performance, and works with internal stakeholders to achieve cost, quality, and service objectives.
Values and Behavioral Standards: To ensure the effective communication and application of company values and behavioral standards, as stated in our company "Code of Conduct" policy, and to respond appropriately in the event of any known departure.
Major Job Accountabilities:
Strategic Sourcing & Category Management
- Manage procurement activities for assigned categories, ensuring alignment with business needs and budget requirements.
- Conduct competitive sourcing events, including RFIs, RFPs, and RFQs, and evaluate supplier proposals.
- Identify opportunities for cost savings, cost avoidance, and process improvements.
- Support the development and execution of category sourcing plans.
Supplier & Contract Management
- Manage supplier relationships to ensure competitive pricing, service quality, and contract compliance.
- Negotiate pricing, commercial terms, and contract renewals in partnership with Legal and internal stakeholders.
- Monitor supplier performance and address service or delivery concerns.
- Maintain visibility into contract expiration dates and upcoming sourcing requirements.
Business Partnership & Financial Accountability
- Partner with departments such as Flight Operations, Technical Operations, Ground Operations, Finance, and IT to understand purchasing requirements.
- Track and report cost savings and procurement performance.
- Ensure purchasing activities follow established procurement policies, approval requirements, and financial controls.
- Identify supplier or supply chain risks and escalate issues as appropriate.
Process Improvement & Team Support
- Recommend improvements to procurement processes and sourcing practices.
- Utilize procurement systems and reporting tools to support effective purchasing decisions.
- Provide guidance and support to procurement analysts, as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field preferred.
- Minimum 4 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, supply chain, or category management.
- Experience with supplier negotiations, competitive bidding, and contract management.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and build effective relationships with internal stakeholders.
- Experience in aviation or operational procurement preferred.
- Experience with technology transformations and automation preferred
- Familiarity with procurement systems and Microsoft Excel.
Skills & Competencies
- Procurement and sourcing execution
- Supplier and contract management
- Negotiation and cost management
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
- Stakeholder collaboration
- Organization and prioritization
- Process improvement
At Atlas Air Worldwide, we believe in the power of people, the promise of innovation, and the responsibility we hold to each other, to our customers, and to the planet. Join us and be part of a team that lifts more than cargo; we lift ambition.
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Who's Hiring
- Kroger13
- Augmentis13A
- Pep7
- S&ME7
- Deloitte7
Top Industries Hiring
- Retail
- Manufacturing
Sourcing Jobs in Cincinnati: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a sourcing job in Cincinnati?
Cincinnati's strongest hiring for sourcing professionals comes from its manufacturing and consumer goods companies in Blue Ash and Sharonville, its large healthcare systems, and its retail and distribution operations along the I-71 and I-75 corridors. Candidates with experience in supplier negotiation, ERP platforms, or category management stand out locally. Connecting with procurement and supply chain professional groups active in the Greater Cincinnati area also opens doors that online applications alone don't.
Which companies hire sourcings in Cincinnati?
Employers hiring sourcings in Cincinnati right now include Kroger, Augmentis, and Pep, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Cincinnati's mix of legacy manufacturers, global consumer brands headquartered in the region, and major health systems means sourcing openings appear across a wide range of employer sizes and industries.
Are there remote sourcing jobs in Cincinnati?
Yes, though it depends on the role: strategic and indirect sourcing positions tend to be remote-friendly, while direct procurement and supplier quality roles tied to manufacturing plants typically require on-site presence. About 100% of sourcing openings tied to Cincinnati are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with category management and corporate procurement roles being the most likely to offer that flexibility in this market.
How can I get a sourcing job in Cincinnati with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Cincinnati is through purchasing coordinator or procurement analyst roles at mid-size manufacturers in the Norwood and Fairfield areas, where employers regularly hire candidates with supply chain coursework or internship experience over direct sourcing backgrounds. The University of Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky University both have co-op and internship pipelines into local procurement teams. Familiarity with ERP tools and a willingness to start in tactical buying roles gives entry-level candidates a practical edge in this market.
Which industries hire the most sourcings in Cincinnati?
Cincinnati sourcing roles concentrate in Retail and Manufacturing, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Cincinnati's history as a hub for consumer goods manufacturing and its growing healthcare and logistics infrastructure make these sectors the primary drivers of sourcing headcount in the metro area.
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