Lead Supply Chain Analyst

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

Strategic Sourcing Buyer

Our Bethlehem facility is growing, and we are looking for a Strategic Sourcing Buyer to join our team! The Strategic Sourcing Buyer has the responsibility to identify the right supply partners, supplier capacity plans, and structure long term agreements for critical strategic sources of supply. Review current and future demand to obtain quotes, determine best value, recommend suppliers for award and negotiate prices with the Sourcing and Contracts teams. This position will report to the Purchasing Manager but is expected to operate under limited supervision and mentor more junior team members.

Location: Bethlehem, PA (on-site) Salary: $89,900 - $115,000 Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in PA. Criteria such as the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.

We Take Care of Our People

• Paid Time Off
• 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing
• Health and Wellness Benefits
• Learning and Development Opportunities
• Referral Program
• Competitive Pay
• Recognition
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Inclusive & Supportive Culture

Your Challenge

Develop, gain approval, and execute on strategic sourcing strategy thru the solicitation and evaluation of bids, selecting and/or recommending suppliers and negotiation of price, delivery, and service and present / gain approval of orders from SC Management. Develop and expand a global supply base that ensures the best value for service, quality, pricing and innovation. Conduct market research for assigned categories to include monitoring of market trends and supply/demand factors, technology advancements and communications to help in the decision making process to meet the strategic goals of the organization. Follows up on all awards until completion of order to provide tracking on newly awarded parts/suppliers to mitigate risk of delivery to EPD. Leads negotiations for major purchases by developing or compiling statistical information and gathering other data as required. Proactively seek cost reduction through research, communication and planning through applying effective purchasing techniques. Comply with corporate policies, procedures and underlying Federal, State and or Local regulations concerning the purchase or shipments of goods, materials and services. Develop and implement strategic sourcing strategies in response to changing market conditions. Demonstrated written, analytical, and verbal skills with suppliers and customers (internal and external). Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with suppliers and internal customers. Collaborate with other CW business units / teams to ensure suppliers’ capacity and capability are balanced with EPD’s workload at supplier. Read/understand Purchase Orders and Terms and Conditions. Read/understand published pricing indices and learning curves. Teach/mentor other sourcing team members. Assist sourcing management as necessary. Travel required (25-50%)

What You Bring

• 6-8 years of related Sourcing experience in direct and indirect materials.
• Previous government procurement experience and knowledge of FARs/DFARs is highly desirable.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain or Business Management, or equivalent education and experience is required.
• Program/project management experience is highly desirable.
• Experience with capacity planning and long-term agreements is highly desirable.
• Experience with international sourcing and import / export laws is desirable.
• Prior experience working in a matrixed, PMO-led organization is desirable.
• Excellent analytical and negotiation skills
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to think and act strategically while ensuring quality decisions in a fast-paced environment
• Self-motivated, self-starter, and a drive for continuous improvement
• Detail oriented, excellent troubleshooting skills, and ability to think on feet and make quality decisions with limited management supervision.

Who We Are

Our Values Environmental, Social and Governance Curtiss-Wright Engineered Pump Division (EPD) and its predecessor companies have been providing naval and maritime technological expertise since 1847. EPD's pumps go to the heart of the systems that enable the Navy's ships and submarines to protect our nation. Today, EPD is the leading supplier of mission-critical pumps for the U.S. Navy's Ford & Nimitz Class aircraft carriers and Virginia Class submarines, as well as the Navy's next generation Columbia Class submarine. EPD also supports the entire naval fleet with various innovative pumping solutions such as composite pumps and parts, and provides complete overhaul, upgrade and field service capabilities.

For more information, please visit us at https://www.cw-ems.com/epd/default.aspx

Compliance Statement

This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.

Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status.

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Join the WRIGHT Team! Over 95 years of growth, Curtiss-Wright is an integrated, market-facing global diversified industrial company and remains a technology leader through this legacy of innovation. Through three well-balanced segments – Aerospace & Industrial, Defense Electronics and Naval & Power, we remain focused on advanced technologies for high performance platforms and critical applications. Diversity, commitment to excellence and dedication to the spirit of pioneering innovation continue to drive the employees of Curtiss-Wright.

Values

• Leadership We lead based on vision and strategic direction, empowering employees to reach goals through thoughtful and decisive action.
• Customer Focus We are committed to achieving total quality by meeting our customers’ expectations and delivering products and services in a timely fashion.
• Teamwork & Trust Working in a spirit of trust and collaboration, we actively encourage employees to contribute their ideas and innovations to keep our company moving forward.
• Respect for People We believe that people are our most valuable asset and will always do the right thing in our dealings and interactions with all employees.
• Integrity We will act with the highest integrity in all of our business relationships and strategic partnerships.

What We Offer Our Employees:

• Opportunity: As part of the Curtiss-Wright team, you have the opportunity each day to transform the way customers do business, as well as transform your career.
• Opportunity: As part of the Curtiss-Wright team, you have the opportunity each day …
• Challenging Work: The work we do here is not only challenging, but it is meaningful to our customers, our employees and the communities in which they live and work. You are given the chance to work on some of the most advanced technology projects in the world. Now that something to be proud of!
• Collaborative Environment: The teamwork among our exceptionally talented people enables us to deliver some of the most advanced solutions to our customers.