Manufacturing
Direct material, indirect, and MRO sourcing for demanding production schedules.
Strategic sourcing software and services
What Would Your Procurement Team Do with More Strategic Sourcing Capacity?
Use the K2 Sourcing eSourcing platform, let our experts manage your RFPs and reverse auctions, or extend your team with experienced global sourcing capacity from project identification through implementation. Supplier decisions always stay with your team.
Custom solutions that avoid adding headcount and minimize risk.
1
Savings Generated
20,000
RFPs Executed
250,000
Suppliers Participated in RFx Events
5
to
8
Greater Savings vs. Manual Sourcing
40
Faster Supplier Evaluations
Three Ways K2 Sourcing Can Support Your Procurement Team
Choose the right level of support, from a strategic sourcing platform to an experienced global sourcing company.
Strategic Sourcing Platform with Reverse Auctions
Use our eSourcing application to manage RFPs, RFQs, and reverse auctions.
Managed RFPs and Reverse Auctions
K2 Sourcing manages event setup, supplier communications, bidding, and results reporting.
Experienced Global Sourcing Company
Add capacity through an exceptional strategic sourcing company, supporting projects from identification through implementation.
Experience backed by recognition
Technology Built by Strategic Sourcing Practitioners
K2 Sourcing was founded by procurement professionals who wanted a simpler and more effective way to run competitive sourcing events. Since 2003, industry analysts have consistently recognized K2 Sourcing as a leading provider — our strategic sourcing professionals use the application every day, combining practical execution experience with intuitive technology.
RECOGNIZED BY
Gartner, Spend Matters & Supply and Demand Chain Executive
Leading research firms recognize K2 Sourcing as a top strategic sourcing platform supported by an exceptional global sourcing company.
Measured business outcomes
Results Clients Achieve with K2 Sourcing
Across manufacturing, industrial, and consumer goods engagements, K2 Sourcing helps clients improve cost, speed, supplier response, and commercial outcomes.
14
Average cost reduction across sourcing engagements
40
Faster sourcing cycle times versus traditional approaches
60
Higher supplier engagement and response rates
30
Average improvement in payment terms
20
Improvement in supplier innovation and value added support
500
Average return on engagement cost
Category and industry fluency
Industries K2 Sourcing Supports
Each industry has its own suppliers, regulations, and cost drivers. K2 Sourcing brings sourcing advisors who already speak the language of your category.
Retail
Private label, branded, and indirect sourcing for retailers and wholesalers.
Pharma & Biotech
Sourcing support built for regulated, quality-critical supply chains.
Automotive
Tier 1, 2, and 3 supplier sourcing for OEM and aftermarket programs.
Energy & Utilities
Category and capital sourcing support for energy and utility operators.
Technology
Software, professional services, marketing, facilities, HR, and other indirect spend.
Hear directly from clients
More Than Software. More Than Advice.
“As procurement experts, K2 provides a great deal more than just an eSourcing application.”
Fred Lopez, Corporate Commodity Manager, Lozier Corporation
Watch the Client VideoClient feedback
Trusted for Technology, Execution, and Results
"K2 Sourcing brings a lot more than software to the deal."
Fred Lopez, Lozier Corporation"Never expected the savings to be so great."
Theresa Eierman, Alliance Laundry"I can say for a fact that K2 Sourcing is one of the most intuitive platforms on the market today. Combined with K2 Sourcing's experience and industry leading customer focused processes, every sourcing initiative is guaranteed to succeed."
Yusif Kuta, Wesco"K2 Sourcing brings a lot more than software to the deal."
Fred Lopez, Lozier Corporation"Never expected the savings to be so great."
Theresa Eierman, Alliance Laundry"I can say for a fact that K2 Sourcing is one of the most intuitive platforms on the market today. Combined with K2 Sourcing's experience and industry leading customer focused processes, every sourcing initiative is guaranteed to succeed."
Yusif Kuta, WescoCapabilities available when needed
From One Event to Full Strategic Sourcing Execution
K2 Sourcing can support a focused RFP or reverse auction, add capacity in one category, or provide broader global sourcing support — including sourcing challenges created by tariffs and shifting trade policy.
Reverse Auctions
Run real time supplier negotiations using flexible auction formats and structured preparation.
RFP and RFQ Management
Standardize requirements, supplier responses, cost models, evaluations, and award scenarios.
Supplier Information Management
Centralize RFI intake, supplier registration, and qualification in one system.
Global Sourcing
Identify and engage suppliers across domestic, nearshore, and international markets.
Supplier Discovery
Expand competition with targeted supplier research, outreach, screening, and qualification.
Tariff Mitigation & Reshoring
Identify reshoring, nearshoring, and alternate-country suppliers to reduce tariff exposure.
Category Expertise
Add experienced sourcing support in direct materials, indirect spend, logistics, and services.
Spend and Opportunity Analysis
Turn scattered spend data into clear categories, opportunities, and priorities.
Indirect Spend Management
Contract management, intake, guided buying, req-to-PO, and expense reporting.
Implementation Support
Translate sourcing decisions into documented milestones, supplier transitions, and realized results.
Custom Procurement AI Agents
Automate intake, analysis, supplier research, and sourcing workflows using tailored AI tools.
Supplier Cost Reduction Programs
Track price changes, challenge increases, identify savings, and manage supplier cost improvement initiatives.
Start where your team needs help most
Where Would More Strategic Sourcing Capacity Create the Most Value?
Talk with K2 Sourcing about the application, a managed RFP or reverse auction, or complete strategic sourcing support — custom solutions that avoid adding headcount and minimize risk.
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