Strategic Sourcing Manager, Metal Components

Chart Industries, Inc.; Windsor (CT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Chart Industries in Windsor, CT is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Manager to lead sourcing for castings, forgings, machined and fabricated components, and other metal-based commodities.

You will collaborate across Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Operations, Procurement, and Category Management to build a competitive, resilient, and scalable supply base that supports growth and excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field required; 3–7+ years of sourcing/procurement experience.
• Experience sourcing castings, forgings, machined parts, and fabricated components.
• Strong analytical, financial, and problem-solving skills; ability to negotiate contracts.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and Excel; effective cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for designated commodities and supplier categories.
• Identify, evaluate, and qualify new suppliers to support growth objectives and resilience.
• Lead RFQ and RFP activities, supplier evaluations, and sourcing decisions.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and terms to achieve best total cost of ownership.
• Analyze quotations, cost structures, and processes to identify savings opportunities.
• Implement annual cost reductions and drive continuous improvement across the supply base.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Operations, and Category Management.
• Develop dual-source and contingency plans to minimize supply chain risk.

Skills

Sourcing strategy

Supplier evaluation

Contract negotiation

ERP proficiency

Excel

Stakeholder management

Travel readiness

Education

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

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Chart Industries in Windsor, CT is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Manager to lead sourcing for castings, forgings, machined and fabricated components, and other metal-based commodities.

You will collaborate across Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Operations, Procurement, and Category Management to build a competitive, resilient, and scalable supply base that supports growth and excellence.