Strategic Supplier Manager - Digitalization & Sustainability

Siemens Mobility; Wendell (ID); On-site; USD 75,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

Siemens is seeking a Supplier Manager based in Wendell, NC, to lead supplier relationships, drive on-time delivery, and ensure ISO-9000 compliance. The role emphasizes digitalization, cost reduction, and sustainable supply chain practices within a global technology context.

You will evaluate suppliers, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and implement improvements while supporting audits and regulatory requirements. Travel 5–10% may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field required.
• 5+ years of supplier chain management, procurement, or related field with ISO-9000 focus.
• Strong negotiation, communication, project management and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to analyze data and make informed decisions.
• Familiarity with legal and regulatory requirements related to supplier management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and supplier management software/tools.
• Ability to travel as needed (5–10%).

Responsibilities

• Apply supplier management strategies aligning with business objectives and ensure top supplier performance.
• Evaluate suppliers with cross-functional teams on quality, capability, on-time delivery, cost, and responsiveness.
• Monitor supplier performance against metrics and take corrective action.
• Support regular supplier audits for contractual, quality, regulatory and sustainability compliance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify process improvements and cost savings.
• Develop and implement corrective actions to address performance gaps.
• Work with suppliers to develop improvement plans and track progress.
• Provide regular updates on supplier performance to stakeholders.
• Continuously evaluate and improve supply chain processes aligned with ISO-9000.
• Continuously enhance supplier performance management processes.
• Identify opportunities to digitalize supply chain processes including supplier communication.
• Work with IT to implement digital solutions for optimization.
• Drive measures to reduce carbon footprint in line with Net Zero goals.
• Provide training on procurement processes and digital tools.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key suppliers and resolve issues promptly.
• Stay updated on industry trends and digitalization in supplier management.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Project management

Relationship-building

Data analysis

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration, supply chain management, or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Supplier management software/tools

Job description

Siemens is seeking a Supplier Manager based in Wendell, NC, to lead supplier relationships, drive on-time delivery, and ensure ISO-9000 compliance. The role emphasizes digitalization, cost reduction, and sustainable supply chain practices within a global technology context.

You will evaluate suppliers, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and implement improvements while supporting audits and regulatory requirements. Travel 5–10% may be required.