Electronics Sourcing Lead — Hybrid (60% Office)

Viasat; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 150,500 - 237,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

Stock incentives

Flexible working hours

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Viasat is seeking an experienced Strategic Sourcing Manager to lead sourcing and supplier management strategies for electronic components. Located in Carlsbad, California, this position focuses on optimizing costs and ensuring a resilient supply chain.

The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in electronics manufacturing, negotiation skills, and a background in supply chain management. This role emphasizes collaboration with engineering and manufacturing teams to meet business needs and improve lead times.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of strategic sourcing, procurement, or supply chain experience.
• 5+ years managing electronic manufacturing commodities.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing, supplier management, and cost optimization strategies.
• Develop multi-year sourcing strategies for electronics components.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and service agreements.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Supplier management

Cost optimization

Negotiation

Global supply chain management

Electronics manufacturing knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

SAP

Oracle

Ariba

Job description

Viasat is seeking an experienced Strategic Sourcing Manager to lead sourcing and supplier management strategies for electronic components. Located in Carlsbad, California, this position focuses on optimizing costs and ensuring a resilient supply chain.

The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in electronics manufacturing, negotiation skills, and a background in supply chain management. This role emphasizes collaboration with engineering and manufacturing teams to meet business needs and improve lead times.