Global Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Lead

Wanzl; Newton (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

WNA, headquartered in North Carolina, seeks a Strategic Sourcing and Procurement professional in Newton to lead category strategies and supplier relations. The role requires analytical skills and manufacturing knowledge to optimize costs and ensure supply chain reliability.

Responsibilities include negotiating terms, managing contracts, and cross-functional collaboration with R&D and production teams. Domestic and international travel may be required as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience analyzing market conditions and cost drivers.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with ERP systems, SAP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop category sourcing strategies based on cost and manufacturing capabilities.
• Negotiate pricing, logistics, and terms with suppliers.
• Manage supplier relationships and performance evaluations.
• Draft and manage contracts for price and terms.
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks.
• Collaborate with R&D and manufacturing teams.
• Travel domestically and internationally as needed.

Skills

Strong Analytical and Problem-Solving

Experience with ERP systems

SAP experience preferred

Mathematical concepts for procurement

Tools

SAP

Job description

WNA, headquartered in North Carolina, seeks a Strategic Sourcing and Procurement professional in Newton to lead category strategies and supplier relations. The role requires analytical skills and manufacturing knowledge to optimize costs and ensure supply chain reliability.

Responsibilities include negotiating terms, managing contracts, and cross-functional collaboration with R&D and production teams. Domestic and international travel may be required as needed.