Sourcing Lead

Goldhofer Inc.; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Goldhofer Inc. in Hickory, NC, seeks a Sourcing Lead to manage end-to-end sourcing for a new greenfield assembly facility. You will develop strategy, qualify suppliers, lead bids, and negotiate contracts to ensure cost, quality, and on-time delivery.

Collaboration with operations, finance, and leadership will forecast demand, ramp production, optimize inventory, and build supplier relationships. You will monitor performance, resolve issues, and promote continuous improvement in sourcing

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience in manufacturing or industrial equipment is highly beneficial.
• On-site work in Hickory, NC is required.
• ERP proficiency (SAP) and data analysis with Excel.
• Strong ability to read technical drawings.
• Excellent communication with internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop overall sourcing strategy for the facility.
• Identify, qualify, and select suppliers through competitive bidding.
• Negotiate contracts to secure favorable terms and delivery.
• Collaborate with operations, finance, and leadership to forecast demand and ramp production.
• Monitor supplier performance and resolve cost, quality, and timeline issues.
• Drive continuous improvement in sourcing processes and tools.

Skills

Analytical skills

Technical drawings

Communication

Negotiation

Procurement

Manufacturing experience

Ethical sourcing

Education

Bachelor's degree in SCM/Business/Engineering

Tools

SAP

Excel

Job description

Role Description Summary:

The Sourcing Lead is a full-time, on-site role based in Hickory, NC, responsible for managing end-to-end sourcing activities to support Goldhofer Inc.’s operational and strategic goals of their greenfield assembly facility. Day-to-day responsibilities include developing overall sourcing strategy, identifying and qualifying suppliers, leading competitive bidding processes, and negotiating contracts to secure favorable terms, quality, and delivery performance. The Sourcing Lead will collaborate closely with operations, finance, and leadership teams to forecast demand, ramp up production, optimize inventory, and align sourcing strategies with business priorities. This role also involves building and maintaining supplier relationships, monitoring supplier performance, and resolving issues related to cost, quality, and timelines. In addition, the Sourcing Lead will support continuous improvement in sourcing processes and tools.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills to evaluate supplier performance, cost structures, market trends, and sourcing options.
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings
• Excellent communication skills for effective collaboration with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
• Proficiency in contract negotiation to secure favorable commercial terms, service levels, and risk mitigation.
• Hands-on procurement expertise, including purchase order management, supplier selection, and category sourcing.
• Previous experience in manufacturing, industrial equipment, or related sectors is highly beneficial.
• Ability to work on-site in Hickory, NC, with strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Proficiency with ERP (SAP) and strong skills in MS Excel and other data analysis tools.
• Commitment to ethical sourcing practices, cost optimization, and continuous process improvement.