A Procurement or Sourcing Manager manages the procurement of supplies for a company or organization. Develops policies and schedules for regular procurements. Trains and supervises staff, develops relationships with suppliers, researches and inspects supplies, and negotiates supply and shipping prices.
Roanoke, VA Job Details $90,000 - $100,000 a year 1 day ago Qualifications Vendor relationship building Mechanical blueprint interpretation Supplier performance analysis New product introduction Communication with suppliers Partnership strategy Performance improvement leadership Blueprint specification interpretation 5 years Bachelor's degree in business Project management experience in manufacturing MRP Databases Collaboration with product development teams Analysis skills Bidding project phase Bachelor's degree in engineering Production management software Cost analysis Supply chain management solutions (enterprise solutions) Decision making Direct contracting Vendor performance improvement Vendor relationship management Contracts Leading team collaboration initiatives Procurement cost analysis Negotiating purchasing contracts Collaboration with manufacturing teams Cost reduction analysis
Full Job Description Position Summary:
The Manufacturing Sourcing Manager is responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies to support manufacturing operations, including identifying suppliers, assists with cost estimates, negotiating contracts, and ensuring timely delivery of components and materials. This role also manages projects related to new product introduction, cost reduction, and supplier transitions. A strong cross-functional leader, this individual works closely with sales, engineering, operations, procurement, and finance teams to meet company objectives in quality, cost, and delivery.
Key Responsibilities:
Sourcing & Procurement Develop and implement sourcing strategies for direct and indirect materials. Identify, evaluate, and qualify new suppliers globally to ensure competitiveness in cost, quality, and delivery. Negotiate terms, pricing, and contracts with vendors and suppliers. Monitor supplier performance and lead continuous improvement initiatives. Build and maintain strong supplier relationships and strategic partnerships. Support new product development (NPD) by aligning sourcing activities with design and production schedules. Assist with project management team from time to time regarding customer demands Estimating Lead cost estimating activities for new products, by collaborating with sales, engineering and production teams to analyze drawings, specifications, and BOMs to generate accurate cost estimates. Maintain cost databases and benchmarks to support price validation and negotiations. Provide cost input for bids, RFQs, and strategic sourcing decisions.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Engineering, Business, or related field, preferred 5+ years of experience in manufacturing sourcing, cost estimation, and project management. Proven ability to read and interpret technical drawings, BOMs, and specifications. Experience with ERP/MRP systems and cost estimating software. PM P or equivalent project management certification a plus. Excellent negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.
Office and manufacturing floor environments. Occasional domestic and international travel to suppliers and production sites. VFP | Explore Careers Pay Range $90k - 100K
