Sourcing Manager, Mechanical (Starshield)

Responsibilities

• Work directly with key suppliers to develop and implement sourcing and cost management strategies that support existing platforms and new product development
• Act as the supplier interface for all RFIs, RFPs and RFQs
• Manage cost aggressively to ensure adherence to project-specific budgets and forecasts
• Develop should-cost models for competitive cost analysis
• Ensure that suppliers are prepared to support all prototype builds with appropriate equipment and material to ensure successful product development, ramp up and mass production
• Drive internal and external process improvements to enhance efficiency and implement cost-saving programs with suppliers
• Develop, manage, and maintain strong supplier partnerships
• Implement analytical data management tools to manage supplier performance
• Ensure all purchased parts are clear to build for all Starshield programs
• Collaboratively work with engineering and production to identify a reliable supply base to support all prototype builds, design changes and production builds.
• Ownerships of end-to-end supply chain responsibilities from sourcing strategies, vendor selection, vendor capacity, contract negotiation, part procurement, delivery tracking, budget planning and cross-functional communication.
• Ensure compliance with government and commercial contracts and assist mission managers with contract performance
• Conduct sourcing analysis to formulate a sourcing plan that includes strategic direction, supply roadmaps, price trends, market and industry position, and risk assessment
• Prepare, issue, and analyze RFx packages, ensuring all commercial terms are agreed upon and documented, using scalable processes for vendor selection, pricing analysis, risk assessment, and decision metrics for one-time and ongoing project requirements
• Survey supplier facilities and accurately assess technical capability, equipment, and capacity for rapid deployment in support of new product development and production
• Be the Starshield “Go to” supply chain resource for engineering and manufacturing stakeholders and determine and execute sourcing strategies to deliver the best value suppliers, NPI Sourcing Plans, make vs. buy analysis, and lead time optimization to the business
• Participate in design reviews, change control meetings, and other technical discussions with Engineering partners; participate in DFM review with Engineering and prospective suppliers and drive decisions from a cost and source reliability perspective

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of experience working in one or more of the following; OR 7+ years of experience working in one or more of the following:
• Engineering
• Purchasing
• Contract negotiation
• Material or production planning
• Operations or supply chain management
• Material cost control
• Master production scheduling

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• 6+ years of experience in procurement, manufacturing, or related supply chain disciplines
• Experience with mechanical and/or special process manufacturers and suppliers
• Experience in managing outsourcing contract manufacturing partners
• Proven track record of taking ownership, successful NPI sourcing strategy development and execution in a fast-paced environment
• Techincal procurement, product development, NPI, manufacturing, and negotiating with diverse supply base in electronics, mechanicals, and contract manufacturers.
• Exceptional analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills
• Effective written, verbal, and presentation communication skills
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and able to respond quickly to a fast-moving and ever-changing environment
• Active Top Secret or TS/SCI clearance

Additional Requirements

• May need to work irregular hours with global suppliers in different time zones
• Able to travel for short and extended trips as needed
• Willingness to work extended hours and/or weekends when needed
• This position is based in Hawthorne, CA and requires being onsite - remote work not considered