Senior Strategic Sourcing Leader — Flexible Hours & 8% Bonus

Calqulate Metrics Ltd; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with match

Health, Vision, Dental

Tuition reimbursement

On-site fitness center

Life Insurance

Job summary

Calqulate Metrics Ltd. is seeking a Senior Strategic Sourcing Analyst to lead cost-reduction initiatives and optimize supplier relationships in the Milwaukee area.

You will manage substantial commodity spend, develop and implement sourcing strategies, and negotiate master supplier agreements. The role requires 5+ years in manufacturing, expertise in strategic sourcing, and the ability to drive cross-functional collaboration with engineering, operations, and procurement teams.

Qualifications

• Expertise in strategic sourcing and commodity management.
• 5+ years’ experience in manufacturing.
• Exposure to castings, metal fabrication, hydraulics, drivetrains, engines, or plastics.
• Knowledge of master supplier agreements and cost breakdown methodologies.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to understand timeline development and cost structures.
• APICS Certification would be a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead cost reduction initiatives and optimize supplier relationships.
• Manage $30M–$50M commodity spend and develop sourcing strategies.
• Lead negotiations and execute master supplier agreements.
• Analyze purchase volumes to drive supplier consolidation and cost reductions.
• Manage quoting and negotiations with suppliers.
• Lead supplier selection for global and regional strategies for current products and NPD components.
• Mentor and train new Sourcing team members.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Commodity management

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Travel willingness

Education

BS in Supply Chain Management or Business Administration

Job description

Calqulate Metrics Ltd. is seeking a Senior Strategic Sourcing Analyst to lead cost-reduction initiatives and optimize supplier relationships in the Milwaukee area.

You will manage substantial commodity spend, develop and implement sourcing strategies, and negotiate master supplier agreements. The role requires 5+ years in manufacturing, expertise in strategic sourcing, and the ability to drive cross-functional collaboration with engineering, operations, and procurement teams.