Advanced Strategic Sourcing Manager

Since 1965, Stoneridge has designed and manufactured advanced, award-winning technologies including driveline and transmission actuation systems, vision systems, emissions control systems, safety systems, and security and monitoring systems for vehicle OEMs in the commercial vehicle, automotive, off-highway and agricultural vehicle markets. We're focused on the areas of greatest market need - both today and tomorrow. Our core products and technologies are aligned with industry megatrends including safety and security, vehicle intelligence, fuel efficiency and emissions.

Join the Stoneridge Team as we continue to build upon our strong history and reputation for quality products to deliver innovative products and systems that address a need, exceed our customers' expectations, and motivate our team.

POSITION SUMMARY:

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Advanced Strategic Sourcing Manager to support and guide bridging the gap between technical functions and the procurement organization. This role is pivotal in aligning procurement and supplier strategies with the needs of the business and functions. Ensuring sourcing decisions supports programs, cost targets, and launch timelines. You will be responsible for the execution across critical commodities used in automotive systems and components.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

Stakeholder Engagement & Cross‑Functional Alignment

* Serve as the main point of contact to functional teams to ensure technical and commercial requirements are clearly communicated to the procurement organization and vice versa.

* Participate in program kickoff meetings, design reviews, and cross-functional sourcing councils to align sourcing deliverables and timelines.

* Act as the voice of procurement in product development projects, balancing cost, quality, timing, and risk.

* Bringing all stakeholders together to solidify sourcing direction for new supplier innovation and technologies

New Product Introduction (NPI) / Program Launch Support

* Integrate with cross functional team members to manage early supplier involvement, DFM/A reviews, and tooling readiness.

* Own the sourcing plan from concept through SOP (start of production), ensuring supplier readiness and timing for ramp-up.

* Support program cost tracking, BOM reviews, and post-SOP cost reductions.

Reporting & Strategic Influence

* Deliver regular updates to leadership on sourcing progress, program alignment, and supplier health.

* Working with Procurement team; contribute to commodity strategies and monitor commodity market trends and proactively adjust sourcing strategies to minimize and reduce impact.

QUALIFICATIONS:

* Bachelor's degree in supply chain, Engineering, Business, or related field.

* Minimum 6-8 years of advanced strategic sourcing experience or a related role in automotive or diversified manufacturing.

* Procurement and Supplier involvement experience is required.

* Technical background highly preferred working with the business at all levels line

* Project management experience is vital and necessary.

* Strong understanding of automotive program lifecycle, and sourcing in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

* Knowledge of automotive standards and documentation (PPAP, APQP, FMEA, BOM structures, etc.).

* High proficiency with data analysis and cost engineering.

* Strong interpersonal and communication skills; able to work effectively across engineering, commercial, and operational teams.

* Proven ability to manage complexity, navigate ambiguity, and influence cross-functional decision-making.

* High degree of ownership, accountability, and execution focus.

LOCATION AND TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

* Up to 20% travel required for this position.

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Stoneridge is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, marital status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by the applicable laws in the countries we operate. Stoneridge also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.