Sourcing Specialist - Electronics Commodities
Life Fitness / Hammer StrengthAbout the role
Join us as we empower the world to work out, creating healthier lives together.
At Life Fitness / Hammer Strength, we’re not just building equipment—we’re building healthier lives. As a global leader in fitness innovation, we’re looking for a driven and detail-oriented Sourcing Specialist - Electronics Commodities to help power the next generation of high-performance products. If you’re ready to raise the bar, play as one team, and inspire healthier living through impactful sourcing, we want to hear from you.
📍 Hybrid | Based out of our Global Support Center in Rosemont, IL (Tu–Th in-office, M/F remote) #LI-Hybrid
As a Sourcing Specialist, you will:
Develop and execute a strategic sourcing plan for electronics commodities (PCBAs, cables, harnesses, and related components) across all Life Fitness manufacturing sites
Support New Product Development (NPD) and ensure sourcing milestones align with project timelines
Select and manage suppliers based on quality, cost, and delivery performance
Partner with Supplier Quality Engineering to engage preferred suppliers early in the design phase
Negotiate supplier quotes and agreements to meet cost and budget goals
Oversee sourcing deliverables throughout the LF PACE product development process
Consolidate supply base across sites to maximize leverage and efficiency
Drive supplier improvements in cost, quality, and performance
Lead or support other project-related initiatives as needed
What we are looking for in our Sourcing Specialist:
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field
3+ years’ experience in Purchasing or Sourcing with strong project management background
Proven experience supporting NPD/NPI processes
Familiarity with electronic components including wire/cable harnesses, power cords, switches, filters, PCB assemblies, and rapid prototyping
Understanding of PPAP, quality qualification processes, and Lean Six Sigma principles
Proficiency in cost analysis and strategic negotiation
Experience in a global manufacturing environment
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
At Life Fitness:
- We think customer first – Your work helps us design smarter, faster, more innovative solutions.
- We play as one team – Collaboration is our competitive advantage.
- We raise the bar on fitness innovation – Pioneering isn’t easy, but it’s worth it.
- We persevere and get it done – From sourcing to shipping, every detail counts.
- We inspire each other to live healthier lives – That starts with a workplace that prioritizes your well-being.
Are you ready to make an impact where performance meets purpose? Apply now and let’s move the world—together.
At Life Fitness / Hammer Strength, we think customer first, play as one team, and raise the bar on fitness innovation—in the gym and in every corner of our facilities. We persevere and get it done, with a clear purpose to inspire each other to live healthier lives. If you’re ready to bring out the best in people while powering the future of fitness manufacturing, we invite you to apply.
Want to take the next step in your career? Life Fitness / Hammer Strength takes pride in our talented employees and believes in providing opportunities for further growth and advancement. We encourage you to test your strengths, push your limits, and unleash your potential. If you feel the position is right for you, we invite you to apply. We’ll work with you closely to support you throughout the hiring process. If your CV/ resume shows that your skills and experience have synergy with the job description, then we’ll hop on a call to get to know you and your experience and discuss the position in more detail. If it’s not the right opportunity this time, we’ll always let you know.
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