Senior Sourcing Manager – Strategic Accounts
$135,000–$175,000 year
HybridSalt Lake City, Utah, United States
Job Summary
Formulate and execute comprehensive strategic sourcing strategies for new product line components and systems. Lead executive-level supplier relationship management, developing long-term partnerships and resolving complex conflicts. Negotiate high-value commercial contracts to optimize cost, delivery schedules, and risk while managing global supplier networks with emphasis on Asia-Pacific markets. Partner cross-functionally with Engineering, IT, and Executive Leadership to align sourcing initiatives with technical roadmaps. Drive continuous optimization targeting measurable cost savings, lead-time reductions, and robust risk mitigation by analyzing technical documentation and leveraging ERP/MRP systems.
Required Qualifications
- 10+ years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing or supply chain leadership roles
- Demonstrated track record of successfully negotiating complex supplier contracts valued at $10M+ annually
- Executive-level experience managing complex supplier relationships, conflict resolution, and long-term partnership building
- Technical fluency reading and interpreting engineering drawings, Bills of Materials (BOMs), manufacturing processes, and working within ERP/MRP systems
- Proven experience managing global suppliers and establishing international sourcing strategies, particularly with partners in Asia
- Track record of driving measurable operational results, including sustained cost savings, lead-time improvements, enhanced vendor performance metrics, and risk mitigation
- Exceptional communication skills with demonstrated success bridging technical teams (Engineering, IT) and business functions (Operations, Executive Leadership)
- Must have the ability to safely lift and move objects weighing up to 50 lbs
- Must be capable of standing, bending, and executing repetitive tasks for prolonged periods of time
- Ability to read, identify, observe and recognize details, color-coding and fine print at close range on associated engineering drawings
- Ability to don personal protective equipment to include, but not limited to, respiratory protective equipment with proper seal, coveralls, ear protection, gloves, eye protection & safety helmet
- Ability to observe, detect and respond to audible and visual machine malfunction warnings
- Ability to communicate information so others can understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations
- Must report to work reliably and with the ability to use full and unimpaired skills and judgment to safely execute your job
- Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English required
- Must already have the legal authorization to work in the US without requiring any employer sponsorship
- Must be available for occasional onsite work in our South Salt Lake R&D warehouse
- Must be able to effectively lead and coach others
Desired Qualifications
- Prior experience in the clean energy, energy storage, hardware manufacturing, or automotive sectors
- Deep experience in NPI (New Product Introduction) supply chain strategy from early prototype stages to full-volume production
- Professional certifications in procurement or supply chain management (e.g., CPSM, CSCP, or CPIM)
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