Job Hunt
Hey everyone, I (25M) looking for some advice from people already established in procurement/sourcing because I’m starting to feel stuck in my job search.
I currently have about 2 years of experience working in purchasing/procurement in manufacturing. My current role involves vendor communication, PO management, sourcing materials, tracking inventory needs, expediting orders, and working with suppliers to keep production running smoothly.
Right now I’m working in a hybrid setup, and honestly I’ve found that I really thrive during my WFH days because I do my best work in quieter environments with fewer distractions. Long term, I’d love to transition into a fully remote procurement/sourcing role, but it’s definitely not a deal breaker for me.
For the past several months I’ve been applying to buyer, procurement specialist, sourcing specialist, and entry-level sourcing roles, but I’ve had almost no traction. I have not gotten a single interview and every response I have gotten is an automated email tell me they are going a different direction. I truly feels a lot of applications seem to disappear into a black hole with no response at all. At this point I’m trying to figure out if I’m applying incorrectly, targeting the wrong positions, lacking the right keywords on my resume, or if the market is just this difficult right now.
I’d really appreciate any resume advice or job search strategies that helped you break into higher-level procurement/sourcing roles.
For context, I’m currently in Alabama and am actively looking to relocate to Jacksonville, Florida around this time next year, so I’m especially interested in hearing from anyone familiar with the procurement/sourcing market in that area.
Thanks in advance for any insight — I’d genuinely appreciate honest feedback.