Strategic Sourcing Manager, MRO & Contracts

Western Digital Corp.; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 107,000 - 142,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Digital is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Commodity Manager for MRO to join our team in Fremont, CA. The role focuses on developing MRO category strategies, sourcing with cross-functional partners, and negotiating procurement agreements to optimize cost and value.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in MRO sourcing, strong negotiation and contract management skills, and experience with supplier performance and risk management within a global environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor/Masters degree required with 5+ years in MRO services
• Degree in Business or Engineering preferred
• Certifications like PMP, CPSM, CPCM desired

Responsibilities

• Develop MRO category strategies for local operations aligned with global strategies
• Lead supplier selection with rigorous scoring and negotiate master agreements
• Manage contract execution, renewal and changes through electronic signatures
• Conduct total cost analysis, ROI assessments and price benchmarking
• Provide contract management expertise across business units

Skills

Negotiation

Category management

Supplier management

Contract management

MS Office

Oracle

KPI management

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree

Business or Engineering background

Tools

Oracle

Job description

Western Digital is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Commodity Manager for MRO to join our team in Fremont, CA. The role focuses on developing MRO category strategies, sourcing with cross-functional partners, and negotiating procurement agreements to optimize cost and value.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in MRO sourcing, strong negotiation and contract management skills, and experience with supplier performance and risk management within a global environment.