Electronics Commodity Strategist - Sourcing & Supply Chain

Saab; Town of Pitcher (NY); On-site; USD 116,000 - 151,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) with employer contributions

Tuition assistance

Short-term and long-term disability

Job summary

Saab, Inc. is seeking an Electronics Commodity Management Professional to join our Strategic Sourcing team in North America, focusing on electronics commodities and supporting multiple business areas.

You will lead category strategies, supplier evaluations, spend analysis, risk assessments, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver cost savings and value across Saab’s defense and security programs; domestic and international travel up to 25% may be required.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Supply Chain Management or Engineering is required.
• 8+ years with a BA/BS, or 6+ years with a Master’s degree, in Sourcing or Supply Chain Management is required.
• 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 drive continuous value within the supply base.
• Lead supplier identification, evaluation, negotiation, and award of contracts.
• Manage approved supplier list for electronics commodities.
• Support win business processes by onboarding critical suppliers.
• Analyze data to understand supply base and categories.

Skills

Electronics expertise

Leadership

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Education

BA/BS in Supply Chain Management or Engineering

Master’s degree

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Saab, Inc. is seeking an Electronics Commodity Management Professional to join our Strategic Sourcing team in North America, focusing on electronics commodities and supporting multiple business areas.

You will lead category strategies, supplier evaluations, spend analysis, risk assessments, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver cost savings and value across Saab’s defense and security programs; domestic and international travel up to 25% may be required.