Sr Manager, Strategic Sourcing (Fasteners and Tools)

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for fasteners, tools, and installation consumables aligned with organizational objectives.
• Establish and implement sourcing policies, procedures, and work plans that drive consistency, efficiency, and compliance across regions.
• Translate business goals into actionable sourcing plans and delegate execution across the team.
• Develop and maintain Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and performance standards to support customer and project needs globally.
• Lead sourcing initiatives where direction may be unclear, using sound judgment and conceptual thinking to define solutions.
• Make timely, high-quality decisions in dynamic environments (e.g., supply disruptions, cost volatility, design changes).
• Select appropriate sourcing methods, supplier strategies, and evaluation criteria to achieve business outcomes.
• Drive key programs such as cost reduction, supplier consolidation, and tool electrification across multiple regions.
• Identify, evaluate, and develop a global supplier base to ensure a resilient and competitive supply chain.
• Lead commercial negotiations and manage supplier performance across cost, quality, delivery, and innovation.
• Monitor supplier risks (capacity, financial health, geopolitical exposure) and implement mitigation and contingency plans.
• Partner with suppliers to deliver continuous improvement, cost savings, and product enhancements.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, quality, and project teams to align sourcing with technical and production requirements.
• Engage with senior and cross-functional stakeholders to resolve complex issues and drive alignment on priorities.
• Influence decisions in situations with competing interests while maintaining strong working relationships.
• Manage a global team of experienced professionals and/or managers across multiple sourcing disciplines.
• Provide direction and guidance on moderately complex sourcing and supply chain challenges.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Own and manage departmental budgets with meaningful impact on cost performance and business outcomes.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• 15+ years of experience in supply chain with strong focus on strategic sourcing of mechanical components (e.g., fasteners, tools, gearboxes, dampers).
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience), with 15+ years of progressive supply chain experience, including deep expertise in strategic sourcing of mechanical components (e.g., fasteners, tools, gearboxes, dampers).
• Proven experience developing and executing sourcing strategies and operational plans.
• Experience managing global suppliers and leading distributed teams.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and mechanical assemblies.
• Demonstrated ability to operate effectively in ambiguous, fast-paced environments.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and stakeholder management skills.