Strategic Sourcing Manager

About the role

Reports to: Strategic Sourcing Director

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute category strategies for precision optics, electromechanical components, and related hardware in close collaboration with the Strategic Sourcing Director
• Evaluate suppliers across quality, cost, lead time, and supply risk during competitive RFQ/RFP processes
• Support make-vs-buy analyses and provide data-driven recommendations to sourcing and engineering decisions
• Identify opportunities to consolidate the supplier base, reduce total cost of ownership, and improve supply chain resilience
• Maintain relationships with key suppliers serving the LA site and negotiate pricing, lead times, payment terms, and contractual conditions for standard and non-standard purchases
• Conduct supplier performance reviews and drive corrective actions where needed
• Onboard new suppliers in coordination with quality and engineering teams
• Own the full purchase order lifecycle for LA — from requisition through receipt and invoice reconciliation
• Ensure all spend follows corporate approval processes and procurement policies
• Manage open orders, expedite critical deliveries, and resolve supplier issues to keep programs on schedule
• Closely coordinate with the Logistics team to optimize inbound freight and delivery planning
• Maintain accurate records and spend data in ERP/procurement systems
• Support inventory management activities including safety stock planning and excess/obsolete material disposition
• Serve as the primary purchasing point of contact for LA-based engineering, software, manufacturing, and operations teams
• Align local purchasing activity with company-wide sourcing strategy in partnership with the Adrian-based sourcing team
• Engage early in new product introduction processes to support supplier identification and component qualification
• Contribute to continuous improvement across the procurement function

Requirements

• 5+ years of purchasing or procurement experience, with a mix of strategic sourcing and hands-on tactical buying
• Demonstrated success negotiating supplier agreements and managing vendor relationships
• Familiarity with optical systems, precision hardware, electromechanical components, or aerospace/defense supply chains
• Proficiency with ERP systems (SAP, NetSuite, or similar) and procurement tools
• Comfortable working with data: spend analysis, supplier scorecards, and cost modeling
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field preferred
• CPSM, CPIM, or equivalent certification is a plus