Strategic Sourcing Specialist

Position Overview

We are seeking a Strategic Sourcing Specialist to join our team at Teledyne Microwave Solutions in Rancho Cordova.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies aligned with cost, quality, and delivery objectives

• Lead sourcing and procurement activities for assigned commodities, including supplier selection, negotiation, and contracting

• Monitor and mitigate commodity shortages and supply risks to ensure business continuity

• Conduct supplier capacity assessments and support supplier survey planning to ensure production readiness

• Evaluate and qualify suppliers in alignment with Teledyne standards and business requirements

• Monitor supplier performance (quality, delivery, cost) and drive corrective actions for underperforming suppliers

• Manage supplier corrective actions, including root cause analysis and implementation of preventive measures

• Conduct supplier audits for qualification, ongoing monitoring, and issue resolution

• Act as liaison between Sourcing, Quality, Engineering, and Operations to resolve supplier-related issues

• Support non-conformance management activities and supplier-related investigations

• Partner with Engineering and Manufacturing on new product introduction (NPI), including supplier readiness and process validation

• Recommend supplier process and capability improvements to enhance quality, delivery, and efficiency

• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in sourcing, supplier management, or supply chain within a manufacturing environment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

• Preferred Experience:

  • Experience in aerospace, defense, or high-reliability manufacturing environments

  • Familiarity with supplier quality processes including audits, corrective actions, and quality systems

  • Experience with supplier capacity planning, supplier surveys, and shortage mitigation strategies

  • Understanding of manufacturing processes and applicable regulatory requirements

  • Strong analytical skills with experience in KPI tracking and reporting

  • Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office tools

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation

• Strong benefits

• Opportunities for technical development

• The chance to work on advanced microwave technologies supporting critical aerospace and defense programs

What Happens Next

• Once you apply, our Talent Acquisition team will review your background.

• Selected candidates will be contacted by email or phone to discuss next steps.

• Recruitment continues until the role is filled.