Strategic Sourcing Leader: Drive Cost & Quality

MDC Precision; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

MDC Precision in Austin, TX seeks an experienced Strategic Buyer to drive strategic sourcing, supplier management, and procurement excellence. You will lead RFIs/RFPs, negotiate contracts and pricing, and develop cost-reduction programs across key categories.

The role requires strong analytical and negotiation skills, experience with ERP systems, and a track record of delivering value through supplier performance improvement and cross-functional collaboration with Engineering, Operations, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.
• 5–7 years in strategic sourcing, purchasing, procurement, or supply chain.
• Demonstrated experience with supplier negotiations and contract management.
• Strong analytical and financial skills, including evaluating total cost and sourcing opportunities.
• Experience with ERP/procurement systems such as SAP, Oracle, Coupa, or similar platforms.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic sourcing strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Identify, evaluate, and qualify new suppliers and maintain strong relationships with existing suppliers.
• Lead RFQs, RFPs, competitive bidding, supplier negotiations, and contract discussions.
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, lead times, service levels, and other commercial conditions.
• Analyze market trends, supplier capabilities, cost structures, and commodity pricing to support purchasing decisions.
• Identify and deliver cost-saving, cost-avoidance, and value-improvement opportunities.
• Monitor supplier performance against quality, cost, delivery, and service expectations.
• Develop and maintain supplier scorecards and performance improvement plans.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Operations, Finance, Quality, Planning, and other internal stakeholders.
• Manage purchase agreements, contracts, and commercial terms in accordance with company policies.
• Assess supply risks and develop appropriate mitigation and contingency strategies.
• Support supplier development and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate procurement records, pricing information, contracts, and supplier documentation.
• Track procurement KPIs and provide regular reporting to management.
• Ensure purchasing activities comply with company policies, ethical standards, and applicable regulations.
• Support new product introductions, supplier transitions, and other strategic projects as required.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Negotiation

Data analysis

Supplier management

Excel

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Coupa

Job description

MDC Precision in Austin, TX seeks an experienced Strategic Buyer to drive strategic sourcing, supplier management, and procurement excellence. You will lead RFIs/RFPs, negotiate contracts and pricing, and develop cost-reduction programs across key categories.

The role requires strong analytical and negotiation skills, experience with ERP systems, and a track record of delivering value through supplier performance improvement and cross-functional collaboration with Engineering, Operations, and