Sourcing Manager

About the Role

The Sourcing Manager will execute the global sourcing strategy and manage purchasing activities to support productivity, key business metrics, and new product development initiatives. This role collaborates closely with the Operations Manager and internal teams such as Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Sales. The Sourcing Manager will also develop and deploy best-practice strategic sourcing and purchasing processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop, execute, and support sourcing strategies, including supplier assessments, onboarding, rationalization, optimization, and cost-effective supply chain formulation.
• Effectively manage and develop team members (currently one direct report).
• Plan, organize, and influence the efforts of domestic and global suppliers.
• Conduct commercial negotiations, manage contracts, and prepare quotes.
• Make sourcing recommendations for new product development programs.
• Qualify products, parts, and suppliers while supporting Quality and regulatory compliance.
• Manage supplier and commodity spend, productivity generation, execution, and tracking.
• Own the purchasing process from purchase order placement to receipt, including demand identification and order quantity determination.
• Use Supplier Scorecards to improve supplier performance in quality, delivery, cost, and responsiveness.
• Actively participate and serve as Project Manager in new product development teams while liaising with the supply base.
• Support Supply Chain initiatives such as Lead Time Reduction, Order Quantity Reduction, and Payment Terms extensions.
• Manage vendor and part data within the ERP system.
• Implement sourcing and purchasing process improvements.
• Champion safety, company culture, and ethics.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Three to five years’ experience in sourcing, manufacturing, engineering, or supply chain.
• Experience sourcing machined or manufactured metal components, plastics, raw material metals, or importing finished goods is preferred.
• Experience with international sourcing, including sourcing in Asia.
• APICS certified CPIM or CSCP preferred.
• Lean Manufacturing Principles experience preferred.
• Proficient in MS Office products and ERP systems (Microsoft Dynamics 365 preferred).
• Ability to perform physical demands of the job, including navigating a manufacturing environment, extended computer use, and occasional lifting up to 25 lbs.

Skills

• Professional, positive communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent negotiation and project management skills.
• Curious, proactive, critical thinker, and strategist.
• Organized and results-driven.
• Analytical with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to self-motivate and meet deadlines.
• Works well with minimal supervision in a collaborative, fast-paced team environment.
• Integrity beyond reproach.
• Understanding of key financial terms related to Sourcing and Purchasing.

Culture

• Foster a collaborative and positive work environment with clear and respectful communication across all levels.
• Actively drive change by encouraging and implementing cross-functional improvements to enhance operational efficiency and product quality.
• Respectfully listen to concerns and ideas.
• Respect confidentiality.
• Embody company values: Integrity, Trust, Creativity, Courage, Teamwork, and Excellence.

Working Conditions

• Fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Requires standing, walking, and lifting for extended periods.
• May involve exposure to noise and varying temperatures.
• Occasional lifting up to 50 lbs.

Attendance on a regular, consistent basis is mandatory.