Senior Sourcing Analyst - Cost Reduction & Strategy

Zaddy Solutions; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

On-site fitness center

Work/Life balance

Job summary

Zaddy Solutions seeks a Sr. Strategic Sourcing Analyst to lead cost-reduction initiatives and optimize supplier relationships for new product development and existing products. You will manage a $30–$50 million commodity spend, develop aggressive sourcing strategies, and lead negotiations with key suppliers.

In this role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams, execute master supplier agreements, and mentor junior staff. A BS in SCM or Business Admin is required; APICS is a plus.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of manufacturing experience in strategic sourcing.
• Experience with commodities such as castings, metal fabrication, hydraulics, drivetrains, engines or plastics.
• Knowledge of master supplier agreements and cost breakdown methodologies.
• Willingness to travel 20–30%.
• APICS certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead cost-reduction initiatives and optimize supplier relationships.
• Manage $30–$50M commodity spend and develop sourcing strategies.
• Lead negotiations and execute master supplier agreements.
• Analyze purchase volumes to drive supplier consolidation and cost reduction.
• Oversee supplier selection for Global and Regional strategies for current products and New Product Development.
• Mentor and train Sourcing team members.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Commodity management

Negotiation

Supplier relationship management

Cross-functional collaboration

Travel 20-30%

Education

BS in Supply Chain Management

BS in Business Administration

APICS certification

Job description

Zaddy Solutions seeks a Sr. Strategic Sourcing Analyst to lead cost-reduction initiatives and optimize supplier relationships for new product development and existing products. You will manage a $30–$50 million commodity spend, develop aggressive sourcing strategies, and lead negotiations with key suppliers.

In this role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams, execute master supplier agreements, and mentor junior staff. A BS in SCM or Business Admin is required; APICS is a plus.