Senior Sourcing Manager

Niron Magnetics, Inc.; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 135,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity position in Niron via stock?

Job summary

Niron Magnetics, Inc. is seeking a Senior Sourcing Manager to design and execute global sourcing strategies for chemical procurement supporting pilot and volume manufacturing.

You will partner with Engineering and Operations to identify suppliers, negotiate long-term terms, and ensure reliable, scalable supply chains. Responsibilities include leading RFQ processes, onboarding suppliers, and driving process improvements in procurement systems to support rapid growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field or equivalent experience.
• 7-10+ years of procurement or supply chain experience in manufacturing/industrial environments.
• Experience sourcing commodity and/or specialty chemicals.
• Strong analytical, negotiation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute global sourcing strategies for chemicals and raw materials.
• Identify and qualify suppliers, manage supplier onboarding, and drive supplier performance improvements.
• Lead complex RFQ initiatives and master supply agreement negotiations.
• Coordinate with Engineering and Operations to ensure supply continuity and cost optimization.
• Develop and implement scalable procurement processes and best practices.
• Maintain procurement data in internal systems for planning and reporting.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Supplier management

Chemical procurement

Negotiation

RFQ process

Category management

Data analytics

Cost analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Chemical or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

What you’ll do

The Senior Sourcing Manager is responsible for developing and executing global sourcing strategies to support chemical procurement for pilot and volume manufacturing operations. This role combines strategic supplier management, technical market expertise, and operational execution to ensure reliable, cost-effective, and scalable supply solutions.

The Senior Sourcing Manager serves as a key partner to Engineering and Operations by identifying and qualifying suppliers, managing sourcing initiatives, and building a resilient global supply base that supports Niron’s growth. This role will develop deep expertise in critical chemical categories and supplier markets while driving continuous improvement in procurement processes and systems.

Supplier and Market Analysis

• Develop and maintain deep industry expertise in industrial and specialty chemical markets, including raw materials, process chemicals, solvents, and industrial gases.

• Lead global supplier market intelligence and pricing strategy for chemicals and raw materials.

• Serve as a technical sourcing partner to Engineering, proactively identifying supplier solutions and influencing material specification and selection decisions.

• Analyze global supplier capacity constraints and develop mitigation strategies.

• Lead supplier onboarding and qualification strategies.

• Own supplier performance management and drive improvement initiatives.

• Establish long-term supplier partnerships aligned with engineering and operational roadmaps.

Supplier Sourcing

• Define sourcing strategies for chemicals and critical raw materials.

• Lead complex global RFQ initiatives and supplier selection decisions.

• Negotiate strategic pricing structures and long-term commercial agreements.

• Lead negotiation of master supply agreements and commercial terms.

• Ensure supply continuity for critical chemicals and materials.

• Own and drive execution of the supplier sourcing roadmap.

• Lead resolution of complex supplier issues and escalations.

Process and Systems Development

• Maintain procurement data in internal systems to support reporting, planning, and audits.

• Lead development of scalable sourcing processes and tools.

• Establish procurement best practices across the organization.

• Drive supplier optimization and cost-reduction initiatives.

• Identify and implement strategic supply chain improvements.

• Influence system design and procurement reporting capabilities.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Chemical or related field (or equivalent experience).

• 7-10+ years of procurement or supply chain experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.

• Experience sourcing commodity and/or specialty chemicals

• Strong analytical skills with ability to evaluate supplier proposals, cost drivers, and market trends.

• Strong negotiation and communication skills with internal and external stakeholders.

• Demonstrated ability to fully negotiate supply contracts

• Highly organized, proactive, and comfortable in a fast-paced, scaling environment.

• Ability to develop “should cost” models

Nice to Have

• Experience in a start-up or high-growth manufacturing environment.

• Familiarity with chemical or advanced materials categories.

• Exposure to cost analysis and supplier performance management.

Our pay and benefits

• Salary: $135,000 - $160,000 annually, depending on education, experience and skills
• Equity position in Niron via stock option grant
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Mental healthcare benefits
• 401k plan with 6% company match
• Paid time off to take time for what you need in life
• Experience in a fun, high-performing, manufacturing environment set to change the world

Recruiters and Employment Agencies: Please note that Niron Magnetics does not accept unsolicited resumes from external agencies. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to our career site, hiring managers, or employees will be considered the property of Niron Magnetics. Consequently, we reserve the right to hire these candidates at our discretion without any financial obligation to the submitting agency.

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This position may require access to information, technology, or technical data controlled under U.S. export control laws, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR, 22 C.F.R. Parts 120–130) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR, 15 C.F.R. Parts 730–774), as well as Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) as defined under 32 C.F.R. Part 2002. Where such access is required, the Company will evaluate all available license exceptions and exemptions before determining that a formal export authorization is necessary. If an export authorization is required, the Company will determine, based on legitimate business and regulatory considerations alone, whether to pursue one. The Company is not obligated to seek an export authorization in every circumstance, and any decision regarding authorization will never be based on a candidate’s citizenship status, immigration status, or national origin. Each candidate’s eligibility will be evaluated individually through a consistent, documented review process. The Company complies fully with all applicable federal anti-discrimination laws, including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C. § 2000e et seq.), the anti-discrimination provisions of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. § 1324b), and Executive Order 11246 as implemented by 41 C.F.R. Part 60. The Company does not discriminate on the basis of national origin, citizenship status, or immigration status in any aspect of employment.

Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI)

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