Electronics Sourcing Lead - Defense & Growth

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

Job summary

Saab, Inc. in the United States is seeking a collaborative Electronics Commodity Management Professional to lead strategic sourcing for electronics across North America and beyond.

You will develop commodity strategies, lead supplier evaluations, and manage supplier risk while partnering with internal stakeholders to meet near‑ and long‑term needs. The role requires a strong electronics background, financial acumen, and leadership skills, with travel up to 25% and the ability to obtain required

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Develop category strategies to drive value in Quality, Delivery, Cost, Innovation and Sustainability.
• Identify, evaluate, select, negotiate, and award first-time contracts with new suppliers.
• Manage approved supplier list for electronics commodities.
• Support win-bid processes by onboarding critical suppliers.
• Analyze data to understand spend and supplier base.
• Perform market research and analyze electronics trends.
• Identify risks and opportunities via SWOT and assessments.
• Collaborate with international Saab affiliates to forecast needs.

Skills

Strong financial acumen

Strong electronics background

Interpersonal & communication skills

Leadership & presentation skills

Education

BA/BS in Supply Chain Management or Engineering or equivalent

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

Job description

Saab, Inc. in the United States is seeking a collaborative Electronics Commodity Management Professional to lead strategic sourcing for electronics across North America and beyond.

You will develop commodity strategies, lead supplier evaluations, and manage supplier risk while partnering with internal stakeholders to meet near‑ and long‑term needs. The role requires a strong electronics background, financial acumen, and leadership skills, with travel up to 25% and the ability to obtain required