Strategic Global Sourcing Manager

BD; Sparks Corner (MD); On-site; USD 105,000 - 168,000; Full time

Job summary

Waters is seeking a Procurement Manager to develop and execute sourcing strategies, partner with Engineering and Operations, and drive cost savings in a regulated manufacturing environment. The role emphasizes supplier performance, risk management, and cross-functional collaboration in a fast-paced setting.

The position requires strong negotiation, analytics, and program management skills, with a focus on maintaining supply continuity and supporting new product introductions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in sourcing, procurement, commodity management, category management, or supply chain management.
• Experience negotiating contracts and managing supplier relationships.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Experience supporting manufacturing operations and supply chains.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Execute commodity strategies aligned with business and operational objectives.
• Analyze spend data, market trends, supplier capabilities, and industry conditions to identify sourcing opportunities.
• Drive supplier consolidation, value engineering, and cost optimization initiatives.
• Lead RFQs, supplier selection processes, and sourcing projects.
• Negotiate pricing, commercial terms, contracts, and long-term supply agreements.
• Develop and implement sourcing strategies that achieve productivity, savings, and supply continuity objectives.
• Manage relationships with key suppliers and strategic partners.
• Conduct regular supplier business reviews and performance evaluations.
• Drive continuous improvement in supplier quality, delivery, service, innovation, and cost performance.
• Develop and implement supplier performance improvement plans when necessary.
• Support supplier development initiatives to improve capabilities and strengthen partnerships.
• Monitor commodity markets, supplier capacity, tariffs, currency fluctuations, and other supply chain risks.
• Develop and execute risk mitigation plans for sole-source suppliers and constrained materials.
• Establish dual-source, regionalization, and contingency strategies where appropriate.
• Ensure continuity of supply to support manufacturing and customer requirements.
• Partner with Engineering, Operations, Quality, Planning, and Product Management teams to achieve business goals.
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities, supplier selection, and supplier qualification efforts.
• Provide supplier and supply chain expertise to influence product design, manufacturability, and cost decisions.
• Coordinate supplier transfers, process validations, and supplier-driven improvement initiatives.
• Lead and support cross-functional projects related to sourcing, supplier performance, and operational excellence.

Skills

Strategic Sourcing

Supplier Relationship Management

Contract Negotiation

Cost Modeling

Data Analytics

Cross-Functional Leadership

NPI Support

Project Management

Communication

Education

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

Tools

SAP

Job description

Waters is seeking a Procurement Manager to develop and execute sourcing strategies, partner with Engineering and Operations, and drive cost savings in a regulated manufacturing environment. The role emphasizes supplier performance, risk management, and cross-functional collaboration in a fast-paced setting.

The position requires strong negotiation, analytics, and program management skills, with a focus on maintaining supply continuity and supporting new product introductions.