Sourcing Manager (Direct)

EROAD Ltd; Auckland; On-site; NZD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

EROAD Ltd is seeking a commercially minded Sourcing Manager (Direct) to lead strategic sourcing across Direct Commodities and Contract Manufacturer management. The role reports to the Chief Supply Chain Officer and focuses on developing direct sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships, and driving commercial negotiations.

You will lead RFQ/RFP processes, assess supplier markets, manage sourcing risks, and support decisions that improve value, quality, and supply chain performance in a

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in sourcing, procurement, or direct materials management.
• Proven ability to lead RFQ/RFP processes and commercial negotiations.
• Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration.
• Analytical, data-led mindset with cost, quality, and risk focus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for Direct Commodities and Contract Manufacturers.
• Lead supplier and CM identification, evaluation, onboarding and ongoing relationships.
• Lead RFQ, RFP, tender, and negotiation processes to secure pricing and terms.
• Analyze spend, markets, cost drivers and risks to identify opportunities.
• Partner with Finance, Engineering, Product, Legal, and Operations to ensure compliant decisions.
• Monitor supplier performance and market trends; mitigate risks as needed.
• Maintain supplier pipelines and alternative sourcing options to improve resilience.
• Support make-buy, obsolescence, and supplier transitions with cross-functional teams.
• Maintain accurate sourcing and contract records for governance.

Skills

Sourcing strategy

Negotiation

Relationship management

Data analytics

Cross-functional collaboration

Risk management

Job description

A career with EROAD offers the unique opportunity to work in a fast-growing organisation that is at the forefront of intelligent transport solutions - enhancing road safety, improving productivity, and reducing environmental impact. EROAD's mission is to deliver intelligence you can trust, for a better world tomorrow. We're looking for a commercially minded Sourcing Manager (Direct) to lead strategic sourcing activity across Direct Commodities and Contract Manufacturer management, while supporting broader sourcing and supply chain priorities across our growing global business.

About the Role Reporting to the Chief Supply Chain Officer, this role is responsible for developing and executing direct sourcing strategies, managing supplier and Contract Manufacturer relationships, leading commercial negotiations, and ensuring supplier capability supports both current and future business requirements.

You will work closely with internal stakeholders and suppliers to lead RFQ/RFP processes, assess supplier markets, manage sourcing risks, and support commercial decisions that drive value, quality, and supply chain performance.

What You'll Be Doing

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for Direct Commodities, Contract Manufacturers, and assigned supplier categories
• Lead supplier and CM identification, evaluation, selection, onboarding, and ongoing commercial relationship management
• Lead RFQ, RFP, tender, and negotiation processes to secure competitive pricing, favourable commercial terms, and appropriate supplier commitments
• Analyse spend, demand, supplier markets, cost drivers, and supply risks to identify sourcing opportunities and improvement initiatives
• Partner with Supply Chain, Finance, Engineering, Product, Legal, and Operations teams to ensure sourcing decisions meet business, technical, commercial, and compliance requirements
• Manage Contract Manufacturer relationships, performance reviews, capacity, cost, service levels, and supply risks in partnership with internal stakeholders
• Monitor supplier performance, market movements, cost trends, quality issues, and supply risks, escalating and mitigating issues as required
• Build and maintain supplier pipelines and alternative sourcing options to improve resilience and continuity of supply
• Support make-buy, end-of-life, obsolescence, and supplier transition decisions in consultation with Engineering, R&D, Product, and Supply Chain teams
• Maintain accurate sourcing, supplier, contract, and commercial information to support governance and reporting

What You'll Bring

• A commercially minded and proactive approach, with the ability to balance cost, quality, service, innovation, and risk across Direct Commodities and Contract Manufacturer relationships
• Strong communication skills, with the confidence to present sourcing, supplier, and commercial information clearly to stakeholders at all levels
• A collaborative working style, with the ability to build strong relationships and influence outcomes across cross-functional teams and external suppliers
• An analytical and data-led mindset, with a natural ability to identify opportunities and drive continuous improvement
• Strong accountability and the drive to manage multiple sourcing initiatives through to completion
• The ability to work effectively under pressure, adapt quickly, and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
• A positive, can-do attitude with a total quality mindset and a determination to deliver results
• 5+ years' experience in sourcing, procurement, strategic supplier management, category management, Direct Commodities, CM management, or a similar supply chain role

Why You'll Love Working at EROAD

EROAD is a true Kiwi success story in the tech sector! Publicly listed since 2012, we're represented on the NZX and ASX and continue to grow rapidly across New Zealand, Australia, the Philippines, and the USA.

At EROAD, we value diversity and are proud to be a multicultural organisation.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do - we foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and belonging where you can bring your ideas to life.

Join EROAD and be part of a purpose-driven organisation that's shaping the future of connected transport - we can't wait to hear from you!

EROAD provide in-vehicle technology solutions to fleets in New Zealand, Australia and North America to help them operate more safely and efficiently - making our roads safer and more sustainable for everyone.