Senior Sourcing Manager

Position Summary

We are looking for a Sr. Sourcing Manager with over a decade of experience to architect and lead our global supply base strategy. You will be responsible for the commercial success of our high-volume manufacturing lines by identifying the right partners, locking in competitive cost structures, and mitigating long-term risk.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Create and execute long-term sourcing roadmaps for high-volume commodities to ensure the business is protected from market volatility.

• Act as the lead negotiator for multi-million dollar Master Service Agreements (MSAs). Define pricing tiers, payment terms, and liability frameworks that protect the company.

• Identify and vet Tier 1 global suppliers. Conduct deep-dive business reviews and performance audits to ensure vendors scale alongside our production volumes.

• Drive aggressive "Total Cost of Ownership" (TCO) reductions through competitive bidding (RFx), global benchmarking, and value-chain analysis.

• Map the multi-tier supply chain to identify and eliminate single points of failure, ensuring that high-volume production is never compromised by regional or vendor-specific issues.

• Present sourcing business cases and "make vs. buy" analyses to leadership to drive strategic investment decisions.

Required Qualifications

• 10+ Years of Experience: Senior-level experience in Strategic Sourcing, Category Management, or Global Procurement within a high-volume manufacturing environment.

• High-Volume Expertise: Proven success in sourcing for products that scale from initial launch to sustained, high-output production.

• Financial Acumen: Strong ability to analyze supplier financial health and commodity market trends to predict and prevent price escalations.

• Global Footprint: Proven track record of managing international supply chains and navigating global logistics and trade compliance.

• Contractual Expertise: Deep experience drafting and negotiating complex commercial contracts and legal frameworks.

Additional Desired Qualifications

• Contractual Mastery: Expert-level knowledge of commercial law as it pertains to supply contracts, indemnification, and intellectual property.

• People Leadership: Experience managing or mentoring a team of sourcing specialists or commodity managers is preferred.

• Strategic Vision: Ability to look ahead to secure capacity before the market tightens.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, or a related field; MBA or professional sourcing certifications are a plus.