Develop and implement strategic sourcing plans for assigned categories (e.g., direct materials, indirect spend, services)
Lead supplier selection, qualification, and onboarding processes
Drive cost reduction initiatives through negotiation, value engineering, and market analysis
Conduct RFx processes (RFI, RFP, RFQ) and evaluate supplier proposals
Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure performance, innovation, and risk mitigation
Monitor supplier performance using KPIs such as cost, quality, delivery, and responsiveness
Partner with internal stakeholders (engineering, quality, operations) to align sourcing strategies with product and business needs
Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, including capacity constraints, geopolitical risks, and single-source dependencies
Lead contract negotiations and ensure compliance with legal and company policies
Analyze market trends, cost drivers, and industry benchmarks to inform sourcing decisions
Support new product introduction (NPI) efforts with early supplier involvement
Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the supply base
Serve as a key advisor to leadership on supply market dynamics, risks and opportunities.
Mentor and develop sourcing team members; may directly manage a team

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field
5–8+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or supply chain management
Strong negotiation and contract management skills
Experience managing suppliers in a manufacturing or operations environment
Proven ability to analyze data and make data-driven decisions
Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and sourcing tools
Strong project management and organizational skills
Experience with global sourcing and international suppliers

Strategic Sourcing Manager

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