Strategic Sourcing Architect, Manufacturing

ER Associates, Inc.; Illinois; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Job summary

TalentBridge is partnering with an established industrial manufacturer to hire a Strategic Sourcing professional who will develop and execute a comprehensive sourcing strategy. You will focus on strategic initiatives, supplier relationships, and cost optimization across machined components and engineered materials.

The role collaborates with engineering, manufacturing, and operations to drive supplier performance, risk management, and long-term value.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years in strategic sourcing, procurement, or supplier development in manufacturing.
• Experience developing and executing strategic sourcing strategies.
• Sourcing machined components, fabricated parts, or engineered materials.
• Knowledge of CNC machining, precision manufacturing, and supplier capabilities.
• Experience with spend analysis, supplier evaluations, and negotiations.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive strategic sourcing plan aligned with objectives.
• Evaluate procurement practices and supplier relationships for opportunities.
• Lead sourcing for machined components, fabricated parts, and engineered materials.
• Conduct spend analysis and identify cost reduction opportunities.
• Establish supplier relationships and performance measurement frameworks.
• Collaborate with engineering and operations on sourcing challenges and cost improvements.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Supplier development

Cost reduction

Negotiation

Cross-functional collaboration

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related

CPSM certification

CSCP certification

CPIM certification

Tools

SAP

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

TalentBridge is partnering with an established industrial manufacturer to hire a Strategic Sourcing professional who will develop and execute a comprehensive sourcing strategy. You will focus on strategic initiatives, supplier relationships, and cost optimization across machined components and engineered materials.

The role collaborates with engineering, manufacturing, and operations to drive supplier performance, risk management, and long-term value.