Senior Sourcing Engineer

Senior Sourcing Engineer

Basom, NY

$89,590.00 - $

• Identify and research new suppliers and sourcing opportunities globally, with a strong focus on local sourcing when feasible
• Regular collaboration with engineering, product management, and production teams on material requirements
• Develop and cultivate positive relationships with assigned supplier base as the escalation point of contact
• Negotiate Master Supply Agreements with key suppliers per company requirements
• Use root‑cause analysis to drive continuous improvement activities across key performance indicators: quality, on‑time delivery, cost, and net working capital
• Develop and implement commodity strategies to map current and future states to determine continuous improvement activities
• Utilize quoting, value engineering, make‑vs‑buy analysis, etc. to support corporate cost reduction efforts
• Support operational purchasing team with vendor creation and maintenance
• Collaborate with operational purchasing and planning to ensure purchasing plans are optimized for production requirements and lowest total cost of ownership
• Participate in regular supplier business reviews in collaboration with operational purchasing (Supplier Scorecard Reviews)
• Effectively communicate with internal and external key stakeholders
• Full compliance with all company safety and ethics requirements

To succeed, you will need:

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in manufacturing or procurement in a production environment
• Solid negotiation skills
• Results focused with the ability to report on KPIs
• Critical thinking skills; ability to analyze and identify root causes with facts, numbers, and sound logic
• Reading and interpreting blueprints and technical specifications
• Experience with casting, machining, assembly, and metal fabrication processes (plus)
• Proficient communication in English, both verbal and written; second language preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel and Word
• Proficient with MRP systems; SAP preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, or equivalent experience

• Ability to travel domestically and internationally
• Ability to build relationships with both colleagues and suppliers
• Ability to work independently in a fast‑paced, change‑oriented environment
• Take responsibility for assigned processes
• Well‑organized
• Willingness to learn is a must
• Proactive and committed to solving problems

• Culture of trust and accountability
• Lifelong learning and career growth
• Innovation powered by people
• Comprehensive compensation and benefits
• Health and well‑being support

On‑Site – our office in Basom, NY. You will be part of a dynamic team and enjoy the benefits of face‑to‑face collaboration.

We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every single requirement. We value diverse experiences and perspectives and are excited to see what you bring to the role.