Strategic Sourcing / Procurement Manager

Jobot; Mound House (NV); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% Tuition Reimbursement

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401k Match

Wellness Reimbursement

Employee Referral Program

Relocation Assistance

Promote Work-life Balance

Family Owned Business

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Manager to lead supplier selection and contract negotiations. This pivotal role involves developing sourcing strategies that align with business goals while optimizing costs and ensuring product quality. You will work collaboratively across various departments to enhance supply chain resilience and manage supplier relationships effectively. This position offers a dynamic work environment with a strong emphasis on work-life balance and professional growth opportunities. If you are passionate about procurement and supply chain management, this role could be the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of management experience in supply chain teams.
• 10+ years of purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead supplier selection and contract development to achieve cost objectives.
• Negotiate supplier contracts ensuring product quality and timely deliveries.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to assess sourcing requirements.

Skills

Supplier Management

Contract Negotiation

Strategic Sourcing

Inventory Management

Lean Principles

Cross-functional Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree (Preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Job description

Strategic Sourcing / Procurement Manager

This Jobot Job is hosted by Ashley Elm.

We are currently seeking a Strategic Sourcing Manager to join our team. We specialize in manufacturing adhesive bonded fastening to bear on the technical challenges of the marine, energy, and other industrial sectors.

This position is responsible for leading the sourcing function to achieve service, inventory, and cost objectives.

Why join us?

• Amazing Company Culture
• 100% covered Tuition / Continued Education Reimbursement (Book cost included!)
• Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, life insurance and 401k Match
• Family Owned Business
• Promote Work-life Balance
• Wellness reimbursement up to $60
• Employee referral program
• Relocation assistance

Job Details

The Strategic Sourcing Manager will lead supplier selection, long-term contract development, supplier management, and strategy development for assigned commodities. This role has the responsibility of leading a team of sourcing professionals in designing and executing procurement strategies that result in the reduction of sourcing costs.

Essential Responsibilities

• Develop commodity sourcing strategy including contract negotiation, cost targets, supply chain risk evaluation and mitigation.
• Negotiate favorable supplier contracts, terms, and conditions, achieving cost savings while ensuring consistent product quality and on-time deliveries.
• Develop a commodity strategy that aligns technology and business requirements with supplier capabilities.
• Work with procurement to align short-term orders to the strategic plan.
• Work collaboratively and cross-functionally (Manufacturing, Quality, Finance, Engineering, Procurement) to assess current and future sourcing requirements.
• Utilize lean principles to optimize inventory management, leading to drive reduction in excess stock and carrying costs.
• Establish and nurture strategic supplier partnerships to ensure a resilient supply chain and minimize potential disruptions.
• Adept at fostering strong relationships with suppliers, cross-functional teams, and executives.
• Implement programs for supplier evaluation, selection, qualification and supply base optimization.
• Lead business critical decisions such as capital investments, strategic exits, and supply base consolidation.
• Track and report commodity market trends/conditions.
• Monitor current commodity market conditions to identify challenges and develop business continuity plans needed to avoid interruption of supply.
• Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing product owners to align technology roadmaps to supplier capabilities and product/technology strategies.
• Participate with other team members (Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality) for any source audit/qualifications needed for new source approval.
• Manage overall strategic supplier relationships including supplier performance, capability development, cost, and quality improvements. Act as an escalation point for any critical gaps in supply or other critical issues.

EDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience that allows performing all the duties of the position. Preferred master’s degree in business or related field.
• 5 years of management experience leading supply chain teams.
• 10 years purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Contract development, negotiation, and management.
• Proven expertise in supplier evaluation, negotiation, and procurement strategy development.
• Computer experience with Microsoft Office includes Excel, Word, Outlook, and the ability to write reports.
• LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS: CPM, APICS, CPSM or equivalent certification preferred.
• Travel is required, estimated at 10-30%.

Preferred Experience

• Aerospace, machined parts procurement.
• Knowledge of composite, plastic, raw metal, metal components, and adhesive manufacturing processes and technologies.
• ISO-9001, AS9100, ISO 14001 compliance.
• Defense industry experience.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.