Strategic Sourcing Manager

Strategic Sourcing Manager at FPC of Savannah Strategic Sourcing Manager at FPC of Savannah in Auburn, Georgia Posted in 11 minutes ago.

Type:

full-time

Job Description:

Our Fortune 500 Manufacturing Client seeks a Strategic Sourcing Manager to drive TCO across key Categories. Critical Spend will fall under this person's purview. Seeking Strong Category Sourcing Experience in Motors/Compressors/Fans/Etc. Responsibilities

• Establishes a cross-functional network and fosters collaboration with suppliers, wider supply chain organization, engineering, quality, and product management
• Owns the vendor performance data and reports metrics to leadership
• Develop and implement category strategy which optimizes affordability, availability, agility, and innovation. Leverage understanding of direct spend materials, sourcing concepts, and lean tools to ensure parts delivered on time at best cost and quality.
• Manage external relationship with suppliers and assume responsibility for all internal activities and decisions associated with electronics category and suppliers, including contract negotiation, new product development, approved vendor list, RFX, re-sourcing, dual qualification, pricing changes, quality, and capacity.
• Collaborate within the Global Category team and across Product Management and Engineering to align on long-term strategy, technology roadmap, and risk mitigation
• Develop and maintain expert knowledge of respective global supply markets, competitors, and product innovations Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree
• 3+ years' experience in sourcing environment and familiarity with industrial operations
• Prefer MBA or professional certifications
• Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
• Experience with strategic sourcing and lean tools
• Digital dexterity and ability to leverage data
• Strong knowledge of supply chain strategy (development and execution) and category specific experience
• Independently driven problem solver who can address complex challenges in a fast-moving environment
• Proven track record of successful leadership, negotiation, and strategic communication
• Strong business acumen and experience collaborating across various levels within a diverse, global organization