Strategic Sourcing Manager; Direct Procurement

Con Met's Strategic Sourcing Manager will lead strategic, developmental, and tactical sourcing activities in support of new product development and ongoing manufacturing operations. This role is an individual contributor position responsible for developing commodity sourcing strategies, supporting new product introductions, negotiating multi-year agreements and managing high-spend commodity portfolios while driving total cost reduction, supplier performance, and supply chain resiliency.

The Strategic Sourcing Manager will work closely with engineering, quality, manufacturing, and finance to ensure sourcing strategies support business objectives, meet quality and regulatory requirements, and deliver long-term value. The primary focus will include metal fabricated components, raw materials (aluminum), bearings, and seals; however, candidates with strong strategic sourcing experience in other commodities are encouraged to apply.

The Strategic Sourcing Manager is an onsite (not hybrid or remote) office job based at Con Met's corporate headquarters in Vancouver, Washington. Non-local candidates must be open to relocation (relocation assistance available). This is an individual contributor role and has no direct reports.

• Own and execute strategic sourcing initiatives for assigned commodity categories, managing annual spend of $150M+
• Lead RFQ/RFP processes, supplier selection, qualification, and contract negotiations
• Manage, develop, and strengthen supplier relationships through performance tracking, regular reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Ensure suppliers meet quality, delivery, cost, and compliance expectations, including PPAP, IATF, ISO, or similar standards
• Develop and implement commodity sourcing strategies that reduce total cost, mitigate risk, and support long-term supply chain stability
• Negotiate pricing and contractual terms; analyze and validate cost changes based on commodity indices and market drivers
• Collaborate cross-functionally on new product introductions, engineering changes, cost-reduction initiatives, and issue resolution
• Drive supplier development plans and continuous improvement targets
• Prepare and present business cases and investment proposals (tooling, capacity, cost reductions, etc.)
• Support procurement-related engineering change notice (ECN) processes
• Monitor and report procurement metrics, supplier performance, and savings initiatives

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related field
• Minimum of 2–3 years of strategic sourcing experience in direct procurement
• Additional experience across supply chain, procurement, or materials management
• Experience managing a minimum of $30–$40M in annual purchase spend
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment
• Proficiency with ERP systems (SAP preferred)

• Experience sourcing metal components, steel, aluminum, bearings, seals, or similar commodities
• Ability to learn and transition into new commodity categories if prior experience differs
• Experience in automotive or related industries
• Familiarity with PPAP, IATF 16949, ISO, or similar quality systems
• Exposure to global sourcing and international supplier management
• Understanding of commodity markets, cost drivers, and supplier risk management

A division of Amsted Industries. We’re a leading global supplier of wheel hubs, aluminum castings, and structural plastics for original equipment manufacturers and aftermarket channels in the commercial vehicle industry.

We’ve been driving the commercial vehicle industry forward with transformative solutions since 1964. In fact, Con Met solutions and products are installed as OEM first-fit equipment on virtually all heavy-duty trucks in North America.

Collaboration and innovation are at the heart of everything we do. We focus on creating an environment where our people can thrive by improving our workplaces and our communities across all our global locations.

For decades, Con Met has been a trusted partner to OEMs, fleets, Tier 1 suppliers, and the aftermarket. We supply forward-thinking,…