Global Strategic Sourcing Lead – Direct Materials

Stratasys Ltd; Eden Prairie (MN); On-site; USD 125,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

Health Savings Account

Employee stock purchase plan

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Stratasys Ltd in Eden Prairie, MN is seeking a Manager, Strategic Sourcing – Direct Materials to lead our global direct-materials sourcing strategy and team. You will develop and execute sourcing strategies across electrical, mechanical and other production materials, driving cost, quality and supply continuity.

This role partners with Engineering, Operations, Quality, Finance and other functions to optimize supplier performance and deliver business objectives.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing and related supply chain roles.
• Experience managing direct materials in manufacturing, technology, hardware, electronics, industrial, aerospace, medical device, or similar environment.
• Proven ability to develop and execute strategic sourcing strategies and deliver measurable cost savings.
• Experience leading negotiations, supplier agreements, supplier performance initiatives, and supply-risk mitigation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the global direct-materials sourcing strategy for direct materials, aligning with business objectives and manufacturing requirements.
• Lead strategic negotiations and long-term supplier agreements to improve cost, quality, capacity, and supplier value.
• Identify opportunities for supplier consolidation, competitive bidding, should-cost analysis, and other cost-optimization strategies.
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of sourcing professionals responsible for direct-material categories.
• Establish clear goals and collaborate with Engineering, Operations, Quality, Finance, and other functions.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Direct materials

Strategic cost savings

Negotiations

People leadership

Supplier management

Job description

Stratasys Ltd in Eden Prairie, MN is seeking a Manager, Strategic Sourcing – Direct Materials to lead our global direct-materials sourcing strategy and team. You will develop and execute sourcing strategies across electrical, mechanical and other production materials, driving cost, quality and supply continuity.

This role partners with Engineering, Operations, Quality, Finance and other functions to optimize supplier performance and deliver business objectives.