Global Mechanical Sourcing Leader

Stratasys; Eden Prairie (MN); On-site; USD 108,000 - 139,000; Full time

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Total Rewards program

Benefit's program

Job summary

Stratasys is a world leader in 3D printing, seeking a Commodity Manager - Mechanical in Eden Prairie, MN. The role develops global sourcing strategies for mechanical components and owns supplier relationships across machined parts, sheet metal, castings, and assemblies.

Responsibilities include leading RFIs/RFPs, driving cost reductions, and collaborating with Engineering on NPI to optimize cost, manufacturability, and supply continuity. Strong should-cost skills and ERP experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and five+ years in procurement or commodity management.
• Experience owning mechanical commodities and leading sourcing activities.
• Proven success in negotiating contracts and achieving cost reductions.
• Strong should-cost modeling and data-analysis skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop multi-year sourcing strategies for mechanical commodities.
• Lead RFIs, RFQs and RFPs; drive competitive bidding for machined parts and assemblies.
• Analyze materials, tooling and capacity to identify risks and savings.
• Own supplier relationships, scorecards, and continuous-improvement initiatives.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and long-term agreements with suppliers.
• Partner with Engineering during NPI to influence design for cost and supply.
• Apply DFM and value engineering to improve cost and scalability.
• Monitor capacity, tooling, and market volatility to ensure continuity.

Skills

Should-cost modeling

Data analysis

ERP experience

Excel proficiency

Negotiation

Supplier relationship mgmt

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business

Tools

SAP/Oracle ERP

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Stratasys is a world leader in 3D printing, seeking a Commodity Manager - Mechanical in Eden Prairie, MN. The role develops global sourcing strategies for mechanical components and owns supplier relationships across machined parts, sheet metal, castings, and assemblies.

Responsibilities include leading RFIs/RFPs, driving cost reductions, and collaborating with Engineering on NPI to optimize cost, manufacturability, and supply continuity. Strong should-cost skills and ERP experience are required.