Senior Sourcing Engineer

Responsibilities

• 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 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).
• Effective communication with internal and external key stakeholders.
• Full compliance with all Company safety and ethics requirements.

• 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.
• Analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to identify root causes using facts and logic.
• Reading and interpreting blueprints and technical specifications.
• Knowledge of casting, machining, assembly, and metal fabrication processes is a plus.
• Ability to effectively communicate in English, both verbally and in writing; a second language is a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel and Word.
• Experience with MRP systems; SAP preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or Supply Chain or equivalent experience.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally.
• Ability to build relationships with colleagues and suppliers.
• Ability to work independently in a fast‑paced, change‑oriented environment.
• Take responsibility for the assigned process.
• Well‑organized and proactive with a commitment to solving problems.
• Willingness to learn is a must.

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

Job location:

On‑Site. This role requires you to work on‑site at our office in Basom, NY. You will be part of a dynamic team and enjoy the benefits of face‑to‑face collaboration.

Contact information:
Talent Acquisition Team:
Sarah Clark