Sourcing Lead
$85,000–$95,000 year
HybridPlymouth, Minnesota, United States
Job Summary
Manage supplier relationships and execute sourcing activities including requests for quotations, supplier evaluations, and selection recommendations. Implement commodity strategies by incorporating business objectives, risk considerations, and growth plans while developing cost reduction initiatives through fact-based negotiations and should-cost modeling. Monitor supplier performance related to quality, delivery, and capacity to support production requirements, and lead corrective actions for quality investigations. Conduct make-versus-buy analyses and coordinate resources across departments to support product development, launch, and ongoing manufacturing operations. Assist with supply continuity efforts, including support of component shortages and delivery issues as required.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, or a technical field
- Minimum of 4 years of purchasing or related professional experience
- Experience developing and managing supplier relationships and sourcing activities
- Knowledge of supplier performance management, cost reduction methodologies, and negotiation practices
- Ability to read and interpret engineering documentation and technical data
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present information to leadership and cross-functional stakeholders
- Demonstrated organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Experience using project management tools and supporting cross-functional projects
- Ability to travel 5–10% as required
Desired Qualifications
- APICS CPIM and/or ISM C.P.M./A.P.P. certification preferred
- Familiarity with MAPICS MRP and web-based business systems preferred
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