Electronics Commodity Strategist: Sourcing & Suppliers

Saab; Westdale (NY); On-site; USD 116,000 - 151,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) plan

Tuition assistance

Stock purchase plan

Disability coverage

Paid time off

Job summary

Saab, Inc. is seeking an Electronics Commodity Management Professional to lead strategic sourcing for electronics across North America and beyond. The role focuses on developing category strategies, supplier selection, and spend optimization.

You will partner with international affiliates and internal stakeholders to shape future electronics needs. The position emphasizes risk management, data-driven decisions, and delivering value across Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Sustainability in a

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Supply Chain Management or Engineering or equivalent is required.
• 8+ years with BA/BS, or 6+ years with a Master's in Sourcing/SCM.
• Strong financial acumen related to sourcing and supply chain.
• Strong electronics technical background.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Leadership and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop commodity category strategies to improve quality, delivery, cost, and sustainability.
• Lead first-time contracts for new suppliers across business units.
• Manage approved supplier list for electronics suppliers.
• Support win-biz by onboarding critical suppliers.
• Analyze data to understand supply base and categories.
• Perform market research and analyze trends for electronics categories.
• Identify risks and opportunities with SWOT analyses.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to determine future needs.
• Create adaptable supply chains for electronics commodities.
• Lead supplier evaluations to understand capabilities and processes.
• Conduct spend analysis and drive cost-reduction initiatives.
• Participate in Quarterly Business Reviews with suppliers.
• Support Saab Inc. Small Business objectives and promote diverse supply base.
• Develop supplier evaluation and scoring systems for data-driven decisions.
• Develop or modify SOPs and work instructions.

Skills

Financial acumen

Electronics background

Interpersonal skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

ERP systems proficiency

Negotiation experience

Spend management

FAR/DFARS knowledge

Certification or advanced degree

Education

BA/BS in Supply Chain Management or Engineering or equivalent

8+ years experience with BA/BS or 6+ years with Master's in Sourcing/SCM

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Saab, Inc. is seeking an Electronics Commodity Management Professional to lead strategic sourcing for electronics across North America and beyond. The role focuses on developing category strategies, supplier selection, and spend optimization.

You will partner with international affiliates and internal stakeholders to shape future electronics needs. The position emphasizes risk management, data-driven decisions, and delivering value across Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Sustainability in a