Engineer- Supply Chain

Drive sourcing and pricing strategies for materials quotations while managing component costs locally, regionally, and globally. Present value-add to customers and suppliers to influence preferred supplier adoption, and develop flexibility and supply assurance plans. Coordinate sourcing initiatives with Supply Management, implement cost take-down strategies, and track financial performance to initiate corrective actions. Manage regional supplier contracts, monitor Purchase Price Variance, and drive gross material margin improvements through reconciliation processes and inventory optimization.