Strategic Sourcing & Supply Chain Lead (0-to-1)

Sunseeker Property Service; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunseeker Property Service is seeking a Purchasing Manager to spearhead the establishment of a local and international supply chain for a new Wilson facility. You will manage RFQs, price comparisons, and supplier negotiations to secure high quality materials for reactors and transformers.

You will collaborate with R&D, production, and quality teams to ensure material availability, drive cost optimizations, and ensure compliance with policies and laws.

Qualifications

• College degree or above, majoring in supply chain, logistics, procurement, or mechanical and electrical engineering.
• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing material procurement and supply chain management.
• Experience in a start-up manufacturing environment or building a supply chain from the ground up is highly preferred.
• Familiar with procurement cost accounting, negotiation, supplier evaluation, and performance management.
• Familiar with North American tariff rules and local supplier development in the United States.
• Proficient in using ERP and supply chain systems.
• With the ability to plan materials, control inventory, and coordinate delivery risks.

Responsibilities

• Lead the 0-to-1 establishment of the local and international supply chain network for the new Wilson facility.
• Follow the company's procurement plan and execute procurement for materials, components, and production equipment for reactors and transformers.
• Conduct RFQs, price comparisons, negotiate with suppliers, and finalize contracts to meet quality, cost, and delivery requirements.
• Maintain and strengthen relationships with existing suppliers, regularly assessing performance in quality, delivery, and price.
• Assist in identifying and qualifying new suppliers and ensure they meet company standards.

Skills

Supply chain management

Procurement

Vendor negotiations

Cross-functional collaboration

ERP software

Education

College degree in supply chain, logistics, procurement, or mechanical/electrical engineering

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Sunseeker Property Service is seeking a Purchasing Manager to spearhead the establishment of a local and international supply chain for a new Wilson facility. You will manage RFQs, price comparisons, and supplier negotiations to secure high quality materials for reactors and transformers.

You will collaborate with R&D, production, and quality teams to ensure material availability, drive cost optimizations, and ensure compliance with policies and laws.