Sourcing Manager

Reference: PR/ are seeking a highly motivated Sourcing Manager to lead strategic sourcing initiatives across a diverse portfolio of direct and indirect spend categories. This individual will play a key role in developing supplier strategies, driving cost optimization, mitigating supply chain risks, and supporting cross-functional business objectives. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in supplier management, contract negotiations, category strategy development, and continuous improvement within a complex manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities Develop and execute sourcing strategies that align with business goals, cost targets, and operational requirements.

Lead supplier selection, qualification, negotiation, and ongoing performance management activities.

Drive cost reduction initiatives while maintaining quality, delivery, and service expectations.

Partner with Engineering, Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, and Finance teams to support new product introductions and business growth initiatives.

Conduct market analysis, supplier benchmarking, and should-cost evaluations to identify savings opportunities and mitigate supply risks.

Negotiate commercial agreements, pricing structures, contract terms, and supplier performance expectations.

Monitor supplier performance through key metrics including quality, delivery, responsiveness, and cost competitiveness.

Develop contingency plans and risk mitigation strategies to ensure supply continuity.

Support inventory optimization and long-term supply planning efforts.

Lead continuous improvement initiatives within sourcing and procurement processes.

Utilize ERP, procurement, and analytics tools to support sourcing decisions and reporting.

Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related discipline.
5+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, category management, or supply chain leadership.

Experience sourcing within a manufacturing environment required.

Strong supplier negotiation and contract management experience.

Proven track record of delivering measurable cost savings and supplier performance improvements.

Understanding of supply chain risk management, market intelligence, and category strategy development.

Experience collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders across engineering, operations, quality, and finance functions.

Strong analytical, financial, and problem-solving skills.

Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Preferred Qualifications Experience sourcing electrical, mechanical, industrial, metal fabrication, electronics, or engineered components.

Knowledge of supplier quality systems, APQP, PPAP, Lean Manufacturing, and Continuous Improvement methodologies.

Experience supporting ERP implementations or Source-to-Pay platforms.

Professional certifications such as CPSM, CPM, CSCP, or Lean/Six Sigma are a plus.