Global Sourcing Leader: Strategy & Negotiation

Steel & O'Brien Manufacturing Inc.; Town of Arcade (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Steel & O'Brien Manufacturing Inc. is seeking a Sourcing Manager to lead the global sourcing strategy and oversee purchasing activities that support productivity and new product development.

The role works closely with Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering and Sales to implement best-practice sourcing processes. Primary responsibilities include supplier assessments, negotiations, contract management, and spend optimization across domestic and international suppliers, with a focus on cost,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business or related field or equivalent experience.
• Three to five years' experience in sourcing, manufacturing, engineering, or supply chain.
• Experience with international sourcing, including sourcing in Asia.
• APICS CPIM or CSCP preferred.
• Must be able to perform physical demands in a manufacturing environment, including lifting up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Develop, execute and support sourcing strategies with supplier assessments and optimization.
• Effectively manage and develop team members (one direct report).
• Plan, organize and influence domestic and global supplier activities.
• Conduct commercial negotiations, manage contracts and prepare quotes.
• Own purchasing from PO placement to receipt and manage demand planning with the analyst.
• Use supplier scorecards to improve supplier performance on quality, delivery and cost.

Skills

Professional communication

Negotiation

Project management

Strategic thinking

Organizational skills

Analytical thinking

Self-motivation

Attention to detail

ERP familiarity

Financial terms understanding

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or related field

APICS CPIM/CSCP preferred

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365

MS Office Suite

ERP systems

Job description

Steel & O'Brien Manufacturing Inc. is seeking a Sourcing Manager to lead the global sourcing strategy and oversee purchasing activities that support productivity and new product development.

The role works closely with Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering and Sales to implement best-practice sourcing processes. Primary responsibilities include supplier assessments, negotiations, contract management, and spend optimization across domestic and international suppliers, with a focus on cost,