Sourcing Manager

Develop and implement global sourcing strategies for key categories.

Develop and execute supplier contracts in alignment with financial objectives.

Identify, implement, and obtain cost reduction, lean and continuous improvement initiatives.

Identify and develop supplier relationships and supplier performance with a strong focus on flexibility, agility, quick response times, process flow efficiency, product quality, on-time commitments, distribution excellence, and supplier reliability.

Assess, communicate, and mitigate risks to the business and supplier relationships.

Analyze and provide recommendations to support continuous improvement and cost effectiveness of product delivery via current suppliers.

Monitor supplier scorecards and implement corrective actions as required.

Drive and implement new product and cost savings initiatives in a cross-functional team setting.

Strong leadership and managerial capabilities with an emphasis on employee development and succession planning.

• Develop and implement global sourcing strategies for key categories.
• Develop and execute supplier contracts in alignment with financial objectives.
• Identify, implement, and obtain cost reduction, lean and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Identify and develop supplier relationships and supplier performance.
• Assess, communicate, and mitigate risks to the business and supplier relationships.
• Maintain current expertise in supply market dynamics and supplier classification.
• Analyze and provide recommendations to support continuous improvement and cost effectiveness of product delivery via current suppliers.
• Monitor supplier scorecards and implement corrective actions as required.
• Drive and implement new product and cost savings initiatives in a cross-functional team setting.
• Strong leadership and managerial capabilities.

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Operations Management, or related field (MBA preferred).
• 5+ years of experience in the Purchasing field or in a related area.
• Experiences in a variety of procurement concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Solid communication skills external and internal to the organization.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, financial acumen, and project management skills.
• Experience with ERP systems and sourcing tools.
• Knowledge of international trade, logistics, and contract law.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed.

Mid-Senior level.

Full-time.

Purchasing and Supply Chain.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates.