Strategic Sourcing Analyst

ePlus Technology Solutions

. Analyze technical Bills of Materials to determine optimal sourcing strategies based on cost, availability, lead time, and program eligibility .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $70,000 - $90,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in IT product quoting and procurement, with a strong focus on negotiation, relationship management, and sourcing strategies. Proficient in utilizing quoting and CRM platforms to manage high volumes of quote requests while maintaining compliance with procurement policies.

Highest-signal resume keywords

IT Product QuotingNegotiation ExperienceDeal Registration KnowledgeRelationship-Building SkillsQuoting/CRM Platform Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Technical Bill of Materials AnalysisSourcing Strategy DevelopmentCost AnalysisQuote ValidationPricing Discrepancy Resolution

Soft Skills

Relationship ManagementCollaborationAdaptabilityOrganizational Skills

Tools & Technologies

SalesforceServiceNowCPQ ToolsMicrosoft Excel

Industry Keywords

OEMsDistributorsProcurement PoliciesSpecial PricingIncentive Programs

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ServiceNow

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Analyze technical Bills of Materials to determine optimal sourcing strategies based on cost, availability, lead time, and program eligibility
Solicit, compare, and validate quotes from OEMs, distributors, and alternate channels
Identify substitute products or alternate SKUs when primary items have pricing, availability, or lead-time constraints
Evaluate and pursue deal registration, special pricing, rebates, promotions, and incentive programs
Monitor special pricing approvals, quote expirations, cost changes, and renewals through final quote completion
Maintain relationships with distributor representatives, OEM channel teams, and strategic supplier partners
Negotiate supplier pricing, terms, and availability and resolve quote issues, pricing discrepancies, and registration conflicts
Collaborate with Solutions Architects, Sales Engineers, and sales teams during solution design and handoff
Manage and prioritize a high volume of concurrent quote requests
Maintain accurate, organized, and audit-ready quote records in accordance with procurement policies and vendor agreements

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree preferred
5+ years of experience in IT product quoting, procurement, distribution, or a related channel role within the IT/technology industry
Strong working familiarity with major cable/connectivity and equipment OEMs and national distributors
Practical knowledge of deal registration, SPA, and competitive/special pricing processes
Demonstrated negotiation experience securing favorable pricing and terms from suppliers
Strong relationship-building skills with sales, solutions engineering, distributors, and OEMs
Ability to read and interpret a technical Bill of Materials and translate it into an actionable sourcing plan
Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines and shifting priorities
Proficiency with quoting/CRM platforms such as Salesforce, ServiceNow, or CPQ tools, and Microsoft Excel

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical benefits
Financial benefits
401(k) eligibility
Employee stock purchase program
Paid time off, including vacation, sick time, and personal leave
Work/life balance supporting employees’ varying needs
Reasonable accommodations in accordance with relevant laws