Strategic Sourcing, Director
$225,000–$275,000 year
On-siteTorrance, California, United States
Job Summary
Build and lead a lean, high-impact sourcing team, setting supplier strategy across the supply chain to drive Total Cost of Ownership reduction through market analysis, should-cost modeling, and RFx processes. Own cross-functional supplier selection and lead negotiations for critical components, while designing sourcing policies that maximize efficiency and scalability. Implement cost modeling to identify high-impact opportunities, present strategy to executive leadership, and proactively mitigate supply base risks. Develop strategic partnerships and agreements that ensure compliance and protect functional relationships. Partner cross-functionally with internal and external stakeholders to improve policies for efficiency and scalability. Track industry trends to integrate new data into sourcing strategy.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Supply chain, Operations or related field
- 15+ years of experience in Strategic Sourcing or Supply chain Management
- 5 years in People Leadership roles, managing Sourcing | Procurement teams
- Proven track record negotiating large, complex, high value contracts in safety critical industries
- Experience across multiple commodities categories (Raw material, Direct Materials, Indirect, Services)
- Experience operating in fast growth and highly regulated environment
- Experience building or scaling a Strategic Sourcing team function from the ground up
- Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States as a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident (green card holder)
Desired Qualifications
- MBA or Master's degree in Supply chain, Operations or related field
- Nuclear industry experience
- Strong negotiation and business acumen (Contract, pricing structures, Total Cost of Ownership, should cost modeling)
- Strong cross-functional leadership
- Start-up | Fast growth company experience a plus
- CPIM, CPSM certification a plus
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