Global Strategic Sourcing Buyer — Lead Supply Chain

EMD Curtiss Wright Electro Mechanical; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401K with Match

Health Benefits

Learning & Development

Referral Program

Competitive Pay

Recognition

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Curtiss-Wright Engineered Pump Division (EPD) in Bethlehem, PA is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Buyer to identify supply partners, develop capacity plans, and structure long-term agreements for critical sources of supply. This role reports to the Purchasing Manager and mentors junior team members.

You will review demand, obtain quotes, negotiate prices, and expand a global supplier base to ensure best value, delivery, and innovation. Travel 25–50% is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education and experience in supply chain or business management.
• 6–8 years of sourcing experience in direct and indirect materials.
• Familiarity with FARs/DFARs is highly desirable.
• Strong negotiation and analytical skills.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and build relationships with internal/external stakeholders.
• Willingness to travel 25–50%.

Responsibilities

• Develop, gain approval, and execute on strategic sourcing strategies across categories.
• Review current and future demand to obtain quotes, determine value, and select suppliers for award.
• Negotiate prices, terms, and delivery with suppliers and support contracts teams.
• Expand a global supplier base to optimize value, quality, pricing, and innovation.
• Lead major purchase negotiations and mitigate delivery risk.
• Mentor junior sourcing team members and ensure compliance with policies.

Skills

Sourcing experience

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Strategic thinking

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain or Business Management

Job description

Curtiss-Wright Engineered Pump Division (EPD) in Bethlehem, PA is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Buyer to identify supply partners, develop capacity plans, and structure long-term agreements for critical sources of supply. This role reports to the Purchasing Manager and mentors junior team members.

You will review demand, obtain quotes, negotiate prices, and expand a global supplier base to ensure best value, delivery, and innovation. Travel 25–50% is required.