Electronics Commodity Strategy Lead

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, dental insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with employer contributions

Tuition assistance

Wellness resources

Employee stock purchase

Disability coverage

Job summary

Saab AB 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 cost optimization while collaborating with internal stakeholders and Saab Affiliates.

Requirements include a BA/BS in SCM or Engineering, 8+ years experience (6+ with Master’s), strong financial acumen, and deep electronics knowledge. Travel up to 25% may be required.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Supply Chain Management or Engineering required.
• 8+ years with BA/BS, or 6+ years with Master’s in Sourcing or SCM.
• Strong financial acumen for sourcing decisions.
• Strong electronics technical background.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Leadership and presentation abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop category strategies to improve Quality, Delivery, Cost, Innovation, and Sustainability within the supply base.
• Lead supplier identification, evaluation, selection, negotiation, and award of contracts for new suppliers.
• Manage approved supplier list for electronics commodities.
• Support win-bid process by vetting and onboarding critical suppliers.
• Analyze spend data to identify cost reduction opportunities.
• Perform market research and analyze electronics trends.

Skills

Financial acumen

Electronics background

Interpersonal skills

Leadership skills

Sourcing experience

Education

BA/BS in SCM or Engineering

Master’s degree in related field

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Saab AB 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 cost optimization while collaborating with internal stakeholders and Saab Affiliates.

Requirements include a BA/BS in SCM or Engineering, 8+ years experience (6+ with Master’s), strong financial acumen, and deep electronics knowledge. Travel up to 25% may be required.