Manager, Strategic Sourcing

• Manage a category of materials/parts, including owning category strategy, supplier selection and approval process, negotiation, contracts
• Develop and execute short and long-term sourcing strategies that support technical, quality and commercial requirements
• Optimize cost and supply chains
• Regularly adapt sourcing strategies in relation to market trends and business requirements to enhance effectiveness
• Incorporate risk mitigation, LCC sourcing
• Develop exit strategies for suppliers that don’t meet SPX supplier standards
• Lead the strategic sourcing process including supplier identification, selection, RFX, negotiation, supplier/contract negotiation
• Subject Matter Expert for assigned category
• Establish relationships with functional and divisional peers and leaders to ensure sourcing strategies align with our business goals and objectives
• Support and influence NPD (New Product Development) programs in a cross functional setting with product management, engineering, manufacturing, and quality
• Lead negotiation and execution of agreements
• Maintain a working knowledge of the world-class supply chain process to ensure that existing processes are targeted to attain excellence versus industry benchmarks

• 5 to 8 years’ relevant work experience in global manufacturing companies with increasing responsibilities in a multi-site, multi-product, company
• Solid negotiation skills
• Competent at planning and leading negotiation
• Demonstrated knowledge of manufacturing processes and project management skills
• Understanding of supplier capabilities and the marketplace
• Technical acumen to bridge the gap between internal development and external supply base
• Strategic planning/thinking skills, coupled with analytical and execution skills
• Strong presentation skills and ability to articulate vision to a broad audience
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products, including advanced data functions in Excel
• Demonstrated ability to interface with executive and senior level management, both internally and externally
• Well versed in commercial agreements – NDA, Master Supply, Intellectual Property
• Competent in ERP systems and end-to-end supply chain management processes (concept, planning, development, launch)

Demonstrates expertise in strategic sourcing and supplier management, with a strong focus on negotiation, risk mitigation, and supply chain optimization. Proficient in aligning sourcing strategies with business objectives and supporting new product development initiatives.

• Strategic Sourcing
• Supplier Negotiation
• Project Management
• Supply Chain Management
• Manufacturing Processes

• Negotiation Skills
• Strategic Planning
• Analytical Skills
• Technical Acumen
• Supplier Selection
• Risk Mitigation
• Contract Management
• Data Analysis
• Market Analysis
• NPD Support

• Presentation Skills
• Interpersonal Skills
• Leadership Skills
• Communication Skills

• Global Manufacturing
• Supply Chain Excellence
• Commercial Agreements
• Multi-Site Operations
• Supplier Standards

• Microsoft Office
• ERP Systems