Electronics Sourcing Lead — Hybrid (60% Office)

Viasat; Duluth (GA); On-site; USD 150,500 - 237,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Cash or stock incentives

Job summary

Viasat in Duluth, Georgia, is seeking an experienced Strategic Sourcing Manager to lead sourcing, supplier management, and cost optimization strategies for various electronic manufacturing components. The role involves collaboration with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain among others to ensure a resilient supply base.

The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of strategic sourcing experience and expertise in electronics manufacturing commodities. This is a site-based role requiring work from a Viasat office at least 60% of the time.

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, cost optimization, and supply continuity strategies.
• Develop multi-year sourcing strategies for various technologies.
• Identify and manage strategic suppliers globally.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Supplier management

Cost optimization

Negotiation skills

Supply chain management

Electronic manufacturing

Education

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

Tools

ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Ariba)

Job description

Viasat in Duluth, Georgia, is seeking an experienced Strategic Sourcing Manager to lead sourcing, supplier management, and cost optimization strategies for various electronic manufacturing components. The role involves collaboration with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain among others to ensure a resilient supply base.

The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of strategic sourcing experience and expertise in electronics manufacturing commodities. This is a site-based role requiring work from a Viasat office at least 60% of the time.