Strategic Sourcing Engineer

Overview

Intralox, L.L.C., a division of Laitram, L.L.C., and a global provider of conveyance solutions and services, has a position available for a Strategic Sourcing Engineer at our Hanover, MD location.

The qualified individual will be part of the Intralox Baltimore Supply Chain Team in a hybrid role of technical and supply chain expert. The SCM utilizes category expertise and technical aptitude to interface with engineering, R&D, project and product management teams to assist and guide the development of optimized solutions. SCMs rely on industry knowledge and commercial skills to deliver efficient supply chain solutions.

Technical aptitude, effective communication, teamwork, and a desire to learn are critical to this role.

Together, our 3,000+ global employees are reliable problem solvers, continuously developing and directly delivering solutions that have driven our customers’ growth worldwide for more than 45 years. We create long-term value by continuously improving products, services, and processes for our customers. Our award-winning customer service team provides comprehensive support and access to technical experts to deliver fast, reliable solutions. Intralox is committed to doing the right thing by treating customers, employees, and suppliers with honesty, fairness, and respect.

To learn more about our company culture, philosophy, and benefits, please visit our company page.

• Ensure new product development supplier specifications conform with Intralox Category Management Principles.

• Lead supplier qualification and onboarding from RFQ through production release.

• Diagnose and resolve supplier delivery and technical issues using root-cause/problem-solving techniques.

• Develop and execute supplier improvement plans (cost, lead time, capacity).

• Manage vendor relationships: performance reviews, capability development, and contract/expectation alignment.

• Coordinate cross-functional supplier tasks (purchasing, engineering, installation, operations).

• Build strategic, long-term supplier partnerships that create mutual growth opportunities and support customer acquisition.

Education
:
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering.

Experience
: 5+ years’ experience in industry-relevant engineering, industry-relevant technical sales, supplier management, or supplier development.

Technical skills
:
High technical aptitude with demonstrated ability to read/interpret mechanical & electrical drawings.

Communication
:
Strong communication and interpersonal skills—able to influence at all organization levels.

Leadership
:
Proven leadership, planning and team-building skills.

Presentation
:
Ability to prepare and give impactful presentations.

Tools
:
Proficient with MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Travel
:
Willing/able to travel domestically ~30%.

• Industry experience in Material Handling/Conveyor/Automation
• A bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business management, or related field

The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. Intralox considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training and key skills. Therefore, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply regardless of their salary expectations.

The position is eligible for one of the following: commissions, discretionary incentives, or production incentives according to the terms of those plans.