Strategic Sourcing Leader

Dresser Utility Solutions GmbH; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Dresser Utility Solutions GmbH in Houston, TX is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Leader to own sourcing strategy, supplier negotiations, and tooling CAPEX. The role requires directing multi-year initiatives that align spend with enterprise growth and margin goals.

You will coach buyers, manage PPV, CAPEX budgeting, and end-to-end sourcing for direct categories, while maintaining supplier relationships and delivering timely, cost-effective supply agreements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
• 5–7 years of experience in Sourcing/Procurement for direct or indirect spend, preferably in ELECTRONICS/Electromechanical industries.
• 1–3 years of experience in a team-leader role.
• Proficient in Excel and ERP/MRP with manufacturing plant experience.
• Experience in contract management and supplier negotiations.
• Willingness to travel up to 25% as dictated by business demands.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute multi-year sourcing strategies aligning spend, warehousing, and supplier partnerships with growth and margin goals.
• Lead and coach Buyers and cross-functional teams.
• Own PPV performance and drive corrective actions with suppliers and stakeholders.
• Own CAPEX planning and budget management for tooling investments.
• Manage supplier relationships and contracts; negotiate stocking agreements for raw materials and finished products.
• Lead end-to-end sourcing for direct categories and evaluate LCY vs domestic strategies.
• Present KPI results and forecasts to leadership and manage risk in supply contracts.

Skills

Leadership

Excel proficiency

Negotiation

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree

CSCP Certification

Tools

ERP/MRP

Job description

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Strategic Sourcing Leader

Full Time Houston, TX, US

Houston, Texas

Full-Time (M-F)

Role Summary/Purpose:

T h is position requires an experienced, motivated, and innovative Strategic Sourcing Leader that has direct accountability for the business's most critical KPIs. Beyond sourcing strategy and Supplier negotiation, this leader will own inventory location strategy, Supplier OTD and capital planning for tooling ensuring inventory and tooling are delivered on schedule and at cost commitments.

The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker who is equally comfortable coaching a team, on the phone with Suppliers and pulling meaningful actions from data.

Essential Responsibilities: I n the role of Strategic Sourcing Leader, you will:

• Develop and execute multi-year sourcing strategies that align spend, supply positioning (warehousing), and Supplier partnerships to enterprise growth and margin goals
• Lead and coachBuyers and actively participate incross-functional and tactical support teams
• Own Purchase Price Variance (PPV) performance for all categories: set targets, track actuals/forecasts, investigate/resolve variances, and lead corrective actions with Suppliersand internal stakeholders
• Own CAPEX planning and budget management for tooling investments across the supply base
• Build and maintain project timelines for tooling programs, tracking milestones from PO placement through qualification and production readiness
• Complete ownership of Supplier performance including Supplier quality, COQ/CONC
• Negotiate and manage contracts,supply relationships and stocking agreements for raw materials and finished products
• Lead end-to-end sourcing operations for direct categories, evaluating low-cost country vs. domestic strategies and identifying opportunities
• Own a thorough understanding of the S&OP process, translating supply forecasts into clear commitments, expectations, and specifications
• Maintain thorough knowledge of market dynamics and commodity outlook; use data and business intelligence to identify and act on market trends
• Manage Supplier relationships and develop strategic partnerships
• Present KPI results and forecasts regularly to business leadership
• Prepare appropriate risk management for supply contracts and agreements (sole vs. single vs. multi-source strategies)
• Propose and implement mature sourcing policies
• Handle special projects as assigned

Desired Characteristics:

Demonstrated ownership of PPV, premium freight, or comparable cost/service KPIs in a manufacturing environment

• Experience managing CAPEX budgets and project deliverable timelines for tooling and/or capital equipment
• Experience leading projects, preferably in the electronics, electromechanical or castings industry
• Working knowledge or awareness of PCB manufacturing and sensor technology
• Strong negotiation, contract, and alliance management skills
• Able to adapt to changing priorities in a strategic, fast-moving environment
• Excellent ability to communicate with internal customers, Suppliers, and leadership
• Thorough knowledge of Master Supply Agreement (MSA) content and structure, including legal terms and conditions, transportation, INCO terms, payment terms, SOX compliance, and import/export
• Change agent with a bias toward continuous improvement
• Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) or equivalent certification

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university or equivalent work experience preferred
• Minimum 5-7 years of experience in Sourcing/Procurement for direct or indirect spend, preferably in an electronics or electro-mechanical industry preferred.
• 1-3 years or experience in a team leader role
• Proficient in Excel
• ERP/MRP and manufacturing plant experience
• Experience in contract management and Supplier negotiations
• Travel <25% as dictated by business demands

Dresser is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills, and experiences within our workforce. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.