Sourcing Specialist

EXL

Sourcing Specialist managing end-to-end sourcing for Professional Services. Executing strategies, conducting analysis, and collaborating with stakeholders for effective procurement.

Posted 5/29/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $60,000 - $90,000 per yearWebsite

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Hard Skills

Strategic SourcingRFx executionsupplier evaluationnegotiationMSA contractingSOW contractingcommercial modelssupplier assessmentproject planningmarket research

Soft Skills

stakeholder managementcommunication skillsanalytical skillsstructured planningdecision-making

Tools & Technologies

sourcing platformsproject planstrackers

Certifications & Qualifications

MBAprocurement certification

Industry Keywords

Professional ServicesconsultingIT serviceslegalstaffingBPOend-to-end sourcing lifecyclecontract executionprocurement policiescompliance requirements

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Execute sourcing strategies for **Professional Services categories** (consulting, IT services, legal, staffing, BPO)
Manage **end-to-end sourcing lifecycle** from requirement gathering through contract execution
Partner with business stakeholders to **understand requirements and define sourcing approach**
Conduct **market research and supplier analysis** to identify qualified vendors and gather intelligence
Develop and publish **RFx (RFI/RFP/RFQ)** in sourcing platforms
Drive **supplier identification, selection, and evaluation**, including scorecarding and due diligence
Analyze and document **supplier responses** to ensure completeness and alignment with requirements
Lead **commercial negotiations** (pricing, terms, service levels) to optimize cost and mitigate risk
Manage **contracting process (MSA/SOW)** in collaboration with legal, business, and suppliers
Coordinate **contract finalization and execution** ensuring compliance and governance alignment
Maintain and manage **project plans / trackers** for all sourcing initiatives
Ensure timely **execution of sourcing events, NDA management, and contracting milestones**
Coordinate with stakeholders to **schedule meetings, supplier presentations, and evaluation sessions**
Provide regular **status updates and reporting** to stakeholders on sourcing progress
Ensure adherence to **procurement policies, processes, and compliance requirements**

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in **Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or related field**
MBA or relevant procurement certification (**preferred but not mandatory**)
Strong expertise in **Strategic Sourcing and Professional Services procurement**
Experience in **RFx execution, supplier evaluation, and negotiation**
Solid understanding of **MSA/SOW contracting and commercial models**
Strong **stakeholder management and communication skills**
Ability to manage multiple sourcing projects with **structured planning and tracking**
Strong analytical skills for **supplier assessment and decision-making**

Benefits

Comp & perks

For more information on benefits and what we offer please visit us at https://www.exlservice.com/us-careers-and-benefits