Strategic Sourcing Manager - Capital Equipment

NOKIA; Chandler (AZ); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Nokia FAB Strategic Sourcing Manager is based in Chandler, AZ, on a hybrid schedule. The role covers all commercial activities with suppliers for the FAB in Chandler, coordinating purchasing to secure products and services cost-effectively while supporting manufacturing and production facilities.

You will lead RFI/RFQ/RFP processes, negotiate terms, manage category strategy, and drive cost savings. Requires 15+ years in supply chain, SAP/Ariba experience, and an undergraduate business degree.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years in supply chain, sourcing, procurement, or buying.
• Extensive experience with SAP/Ariba or similar MRP system.
• Hybrid work arrangement with approx. 2 days/week in FAB facility Chandler AZ.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate purchasing activities with stakeholders to secure products and services cost-effectively.
• Lead RFI/RFQ/RFP processes with suppliers in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Negotiate favorable price and terms; recommend cost-saving proposals.
• Manage category strategy, supplier selection, and governance.
• Provide executive summaries of supplier deals.
• Assist onboarding and screening of new suppliers.

Skills

Supply chain management

Sourcing & procurement

Negotiation

SAP/Ariba

Excel

PowerPoint

Vendor management

Communication skills

English fluency

Education

Undergraduate degree in business or related field

Tools

MRP system (SAP/Ariba)

Job description

Nokia FAB Strategic Sourcing Manager is based in Chandler, AZ, on a hybrid schedule. The role covers all commercial activities with suppliers for the FAB in Chandler, coordinating purchasing to secure products and services cost-effectively while supporting manufacturing and production facilities.

You will lead RFI/RFQ/RFP processes, negotiate terms, manage category strategy, and drive cost savings. Requires 15+ years in supply chain, SAP/Ariba experience, and an undergraduate business degree.