Electronics Sourcing Leader for Defense Programs

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) plan

Tuition assistance

Employee stock purchase

Job summary

Saab, Inc. 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 and managing supplier relationships to drive value in quality, delivery, and cost.

Responsibilities include market research, risk assessment, and cross-functional collaboration with Saab affiliates to plan near and long-term needs, while advancing a diverse and inclusive supplier base.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree in Supply Chain Management or Engineering or equivalent is required.
• 8+ years with a 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.

Responsibilities

• Develop commodity category strategies to drive value in Quality, Delivery, Cost, Innovation, and Sustainability.
• Lead supplier selection, negotiation, and award of first-time contracts across business units.
• Manage approved supplier list for electronics commodities.

Skills

Electronics

Financial acumen

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Communication

Education

BA/BS in Supply Chain or Engineering

Master's degree (benefit)

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Saab, Inc. 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 and managing supplier relationships to drive value in quality, delivery, and cost.

Responsibilities include market research, risk assessment, and cross-functional collaboration with Saab affiliates to plan near and long-term needs, while advancing a diverse and inclusive supplier base.