Lead Sourcing Specialist - Electronics

Swagelok; Solon (OH); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Swagelok, a global manufacturer in Northeast Ohio, seeks a Lead Sourcing Specialist to develop supplier relationships and drive electronics category sourcing aligned with business needs and Swagelok values. You will guide sourcing strategies, mentor teams, and partner with executives on high-impact initiatives.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree and 10+ years of experience in sourcing, with strong negotiation, leadership, and project-management skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 10+ years of relevant experience.
• Strong leadership and proven supply management skills.
• Expertise in strategic sourcing methodology.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Proficient in MRP/ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of sourcing strategies and supplier selection.
• Negotiate high-impact contracts and strategy execution.
• Represent Swagelok with executive-level stakeholders.
• Manage major part transitions between incumbents and new suppliers.
• Coach Sourcing Specialists and drive projects.
• Visit supplier sites and assess capabilities.

Skills

Sourcing strategy

Negotiation

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Strategic sourcing

Supplier management

Market analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

MRP/ERP systems

Job description

Shift: 1st shift

City: Solon

Swagelok, Northeast Ohio, USA

Swagelok is a global organization and one of the largest employers of manufacturing talent in Northeast Ohio. We are driven by our core values of Quality, Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Customer Focus, Innovation, and Continuous Improvement, which are demonstrated through our daily actions. For over 75 years, our dedication to our core values has been the foundation for our success. Our products have been up into space, down to the bottom of the ocean, and everywhere in between.That same dedication spans to our customers.

Throughout our organization we demonstrate a commitment to these values and those we bring onboard. Whether you want to grow in your role or explore broad opportunities and develop new skills—you’ll thrive in a culture that promotes learning and development.

We strive to be a company where we all can do our best work with a true sense of purpose and belonging.

Be Connected. Be Valued. Be You.

We hope you’ll consider joining our team.

Position Summary:

The Lead Sourcing Specialist is responsible for developing supplier relationships and leveraging expertise in the Electronics category to source products and services in alignment with business requirements, objectives, and Swagelok's values. This is a unique opportunity to help shape and mature the organization's electronics category strategy while leading high-impact sourcing initiatives and supplier partnerships. The position requires competency across all aspects of the Strategic Sourcing Methodology and provides guidance to others in the development of sourcing strategies and supplier selection decisions.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Lead the development of sourcing strategies and supplier selection decisions based on a thorough understanding of, and the ability to effectively deploy, the strategic sourcing methodology.
• Demonstrate the ability to lead all aspects of the negotiation process including strategy planning and negotiation execution for high impact negotiations.
• Demonstrate a high level of proficiency when representing Swagelok and interfacing with other companies including their executive management.
• Manage major part transition strategies from incumbent to new suppliers as required while achieving inventory, production operations, and fulfillment strategy objectives. Provide regular progress reports, including reports/presentations to executive management, on the implementation of sourcing strategies.
• Develop a thorough expertise for assigned spend categories. Understand market trends and conditions and availability of capable suppliers.
• Perform the duties and responsibilities of lower grade-level Sourcing Specialists, as required, including purchasing components/materials from new suppliers until receipt and acceptance of the initial orders.
• Provide leadership, feedback, and mentoring for developing Sourcing Specialists and project team associates.
• Lead the development and implementation of special projects to enhance the performance of the department.
• Lead supplier site visits and evaluate potential suppliers by assessing the facilities, procedures, business systems, personnel, quality, financial, delivery, and manufacturing capabilities to ensure alignment with Swagelok expectations.
• Other duties as assigned

Education and/or Work Experience Required:

Required: Bachelor’s degree in related field (purchasing, marketing, business, engineering, etc.) and 10 or more years relevant work experience

Skills/Knowledge:

• Demonstrated wide range of highly developed sourcing related skills and knowledge, including a thorough understanding of, and the proven ability to effectively deploy, the strategic sourcing methodology.
• Strong computer skills and a solid understanding of MRP/business systems.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Highly effective project management skills and problem-solving abilities.
• Fully developed negotiation skills.
• Advanced professional presence and business acumen with the ability to interact effectively with all levels within an organization.
• Capable of successfully managing major complex sourcing projects with only general management oversight/guidance.

Working Conditions and/or Physical Requirements:

• Working conditions associated with normal office environment.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment (e.g., computer, telephone, copier, printer, etc.).
• Ability to effectively communicate in both small and large groups and settings.
• Ability to traverse between multiple locations in Ohio and Pennsylvania as needed.
• Occasional domestic and/or international travel may be required.
• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.

Swagelok provides a comprehensive package of valuable benefits called Total Rewards focused on health and wellness, compensation, retirement planning, and supplemental rewards.

Congratulations on taking the first step to B e Connected. B e Valued. B e You.

Swagelok is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants are selected without regard to race, ethnicity, creed, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, pregnancy-related medical conditions, age, national origin or ancestry, disability, genetic information, veteran/military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristic under federal, state or local law.

Swagelok will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008, and Ohio state law.

_This job summary is intended to be brief and does not list all the duties for this position. Nothing in this job description should be construed as an express or implied contract of employment. Swagelok is an at-will employer, which means that either party is free to terminate the employment relationship at any time, without any advanced notice, for any reason or no reason._

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