Electronics Sourcing Lead - Global Defense Programs

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, dental insurance

401(k) with employer contributions

Tuition assistance

Wellness resources

Paid holidays

Job summary

Saab, Inc. is seeking an Electronics Commodity Management Professional to lead strategic sourcing for electronics across North America and international needs as required.

The role focuses on developing commodity strategies, supplier selection, spend analysis, and risk management to drive value across Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Sustainability. The position requires a strong electronics background, financial acumen, and leadership skills, with travel up to 25% and eligibility for security

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 degree, of experience typically in Sourcing or Supply Chain Management is required.
• Strong financial acumen especially 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 value in Quality, Delivery, Cost, Innovation, and Sustainability.
• Lead identification, evaluation, selection, negotiation, and award of first‑time contracts for new suppliers.
• Manage approved supplier list for electronics commodities.
• Support supply chain during win business by onboarding critical suppliers.
• Analyze data to understand supply base and commodity categories.
• Perform market research and analyze trends for electronics category.
• Identify risks and opportunities within electronics category via SWOT and risk assessments.
• Partner with internal stakeholders including international affiliates to plan near and long‑term needs.
• Create an adaptable supply chain for electronics commodities.
• Lead supplier evaluations to understand supplier capabilities and maintain visibility.
• Conduct spend analysis to identify cost reductions and lead cost initiatives through supplier agreements.
• Participate in Quarterly Business Reviews for critical suppliers.
• Support Saab Inc. Small Business objectives and promote a diverse supplier base.
• Collaborate to develop a supplier evaluation and scoring system for data‑driven decisions.
• Develop or modify SOPs and work instructions.

Skills

Financial acumen

Electronics background

Interpersonal skills

Leadership skills

Education

BA/BS in Supply Chain or Engineering

6+ years with MS or 8+ years with BA

Certification or advanced degree

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Saab, Inc. is seeking an Electronics Commodity Management Professional to lead strategic sourcing for electronics across North America and international needs as required.

The role focuses on developing commodity strategies, supplier selection, spend analysis, and risk management to drive value across Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Sustainability. The position requires a strong electronics background, financial acumen, and leadership skills, with travel up to 25% and eligibility for security