Strategic Sourcing Manager Global Electro-Mechanical Manufacturing Procurement

Strategic Sourcing Manager Global Electro-Mechanical Manufacturing Procurement

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A Strategic Sourcing Manager oversees the entire life cycle of goods, from sourcing to delivery, by coordinating transportation, warehousing, and inventory. They ensure that products move efficiently, cost-effectively, and on time. They handle supplier relations, tracking, documentation, and problem‑solve to optimize the supply chain and satisfy customers. They work with and backup Purchasing Managers and Agents, and may collaborate with specialized procurement firms as needed.

The Manager oversees sourcing strategies to enhance our competitive positioning and resilience in the global market, continuously improving processes to align with company goals and deliver desired outcomes. As part of the Material Acquisition Planning (MAP) team, the Manager participates in planning, directing, and coordinating operational duties, formulating policy, managing daily operations, and planning material use.

• Evaluate marketplace, supply chain risks, and manage suppliers globally.
• Investigate and analyze economic and industrial trends for potential supply chain impacts.
• Assess global markets and suppliers for supply chain risk reduction.
• Analyze procurement operations, develop plans, and implement strategies to reduce costs and improve efficiency.
• Present procurement metrics and threat analysis to company leadership.
• Engage in cross‑functional teams to align sourcing efforts with business objectives.
• Represent the Procurement Team on special project teams or task forces.
• Develop excellent working relationships with both internal and external customers and build long‑term, collaborative relationships with preferred suppliers.
• Help document, streamline and automate procurement processes.
• Develop reports on costs, performance metrics, and supply chain activities.
• Develop company compliance with procurement regulations.
• Oversee the process flow of raw materials, in‑process goods, and finished products.
• Monitor stock levels, ensure accuracy, and maintain records.
• Arrange and manage shipments, select carriers, negotiate rates, and track deliveries.
• Manage finished goods inventory and issue to job orders.
• Procure customized items.
• Handle shipping documents, customs forms, and other logistics paperwork.
• Examine supplier qualifications and terms to set up new suppliers.
• Coordinate with suppliers and internal teams (Sales, Stockroom, Quality, Engineering, Finance) and customers.
• Evaluate forecasts to maintain desired inventory levels.
• Identify qualified vendors for difficult‑to‑source items.
• Evaluate supplier quotes and services regularly and as needed.
• Evaluate supplier performance.
• Assist in the investigation of non‑conforming materials and take corrective action.
• Use various tools like Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and inventory software.
• Other procurement duties as assigned.

• Strong understanding of supply chain principles, concepts, practices, and regulations.
• Ability to set procurement strategies and set goals.
• Strong technical understanding of assigned parts; ability to understand engineering drawings, budgets, and contract language.
• Able to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.
• Analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Strong negotiation and customer service skills.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Strong organizational and time management.
• Ability to work professionally in team environment and with other departmental teams.
• Ability to interface with the company leadership and supplier senior management.
• Ability to review, analyze, and interpret various reports.
• Ability to develop spreadsheets, databases, presentations, reports, charts, graphs using computer software.
• Strong communication skills both verbally and in writing; technical writing a plus.
• High proficiency with logistics/inventory software.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Must be able to work independently with minimal direction and oversight.
• High ethical standards.
• High attention to detail.

Entry level

Full‑time

Purchasing and Supply Chain