Strategic Sourcing Specialist

Are you a dynamic problem solver with a passion for building strong vendor relationships and optimizing supply chain strategies? Join our team as a Strategic Sourcing Specialist and play a pivotal role in shaping our procurement success!

In this role, you’ll be the key liaison between our company and essential partners, including Warehouse Distributors (WDs), dealerships, and tradehouses. You’ll drive collaboration, streamline sourcing strategies, and maximize vendor performance—all while ensuring smooth operations and long-term partnerships.

FCP Euro is an online automotive parts retailer headquartered in Milford, Connecticut. FCP stands for "Foreign Car Parts," and we specialize in replacement parts for European vehicles. In the past 10 years, FCP Euro has earned a spot on the Inc. 5000 fastest-growing private companies list eight times. Customer service is deeply rooted in our core values. FCP Euro is a customer and technology company, and this unique blended culture has yielded outstanding results worthy of reward and recognition. We are devoted to developing and maintaining user-friendly and accurate automotive catalogs. We have an incredible enthusiasm for what we do, and we are always looking for ways to grow, learn, and improve.

Responsibilities

• Vendor Relationship Management – Be the go-to expert for our Warehouse Distributors (WDs), dealerships, and trade houses, resolving issues, fostering partnerships, and ensuring seamless collaboration.
• SKU & Pricing Management – Keep pricing and SKU data accurate and up to date, manage discounts on platforms like RepairLink and PartsLink24, and audit vendor brands for optimal coverage.
• Data & Analytics Powerhouse – Leverage data-driven insights to optimize sourcing decisions, track vendor performance, and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Financial & Compliance Support – Review contracts, monitor vendor spending, and ensure financial goals are met while maximizing savings and profitability.
• Cross-functional Collaboration – Work closely with inventory, procurement, and vendor teams to enhance product availability, improve vendor performance, and onboard new suppliers.

Qualifications

• Experience: 3 years in vendor management, sourcing, or procurement with a strong ability to manage vendor relationships and resolve operational issues.
• Analytical Skills: Proficient in data analytics tools and Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP), with the ability to interpret complex datasets to drive strategic sourcing decisions.
• Financial & Contract Knowledge: Understanding of pricing structures, rebates, and vendor contracts, with a keen eye for identifying cost-saving opportunities.
• Communication & Collaboration: Strong interpersonal skills to build trust with vendors and internal teams, ensuring seamless coordination and problem-solving.
• Detail-Oriented & Proactive: Skilled at managing multiple priorities, resolving discrepancies, and optimizing processes for efficiency.
• Industry Knowledge (Preferred): Familiarity with automotive or Genuine parts sourcing is a plus.
• Education (Preferred): Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business administration, or a related field.

Benefits and Perks

• Company-subsidized Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, including a zero-premium Medical plan for employees. Company HSA contribution.
• 120 hours of PTO (Paid Time Off), 40 hours of Paid Sick Time plus Company Holidays
• 401k with Company deposit and match.
• Discounted prices on our catalog of European car parts!

Compensation

This is an exempt salaried role with a base salary of $50,000 - $80,000 depending on experience, with a total compensation opportunity of $55,000 to $85,000 annually.

No phone calls or agency referrals, please.

FCP Euro provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination or harassment of any kind on the basis of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, cultural heritage, ancestry, political belief, age, marital status, family status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, intellectual disability, learning disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by the law

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