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Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in developing and executing category and commodity strategies, leading strategic sourcing initiatives, and managing supplier relationships to drive cost savings and enhance supplier performance. Proficient in influencing cross-functional teams and implementing continuous improvement initiatives within a manufacturing environment.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Category ManagementStrategic SourcingSupplier Relationship ManagementContract ManagementCost Reduction
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Hard Skills
Supply Chain ManagementProcurementCommercial NegotiationsTotal Cost of OwnershipData-Driven Decision MakingContinuous ImprovementSupplier DevelopmentNew Product Development SupportGlobal Sourcing StrategiesSupplier Risk Mitigation
Soft Skills
Influencing Cross-Functional TeamsLeadership
Certifications & Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Supply ChainBachelor's Degree in BusinessBachelor's Degree in Engineering
Industry Keywords
Manufacturing EnvironmentSupplier PerformanceCost OptimizationStrategic Sourcing MethodologiesEngineering-Driven Sourcing
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Develop and execute category and commodity strategies aligned with business objectives and manufacturing priorities
- Lead strategic sourcing initiatives, supplier selection, commercial negotiations, and contract management to deliver cost savings and long-term value
- Build and manage strategic supplier relationships to improve quality, delivery, innovation, and overall supplier performance
- Partner with Engineering, Operations, Quality, and New Product Development teams to support sourcing decisions and business growth
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives, supplier risk mitigation, and cost optimization through data-driven decision making
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field
- 10+ years of experience in Supply Chain, Procurement, or Strategic Sourcing within a manufacturing environment
- Proven experience leading Category or Commodity Management strategies, supplier negotiations, and contract management
- Strong knowledge of strategic sourcing methodologies, supplier relationship management (SRM), and total cost of ownership (TCO)
- Demonstrated ability to influence cross-functional teams and lead complex sourcing initiatives in a global organization
- Experience supporting New Product Development (NPD) initiatives and engineering-driven sourcing projects is nice to have
- Exposure to global sourcing strategies and international supplier management is nice to have
- Experience implementing cost reduction, supplier development, or continuous improvement initiatives is nice to have
Benefits
Comp & perks- Competitive total rewards package
- Benefits and well-being programs
- Employee health, security, and success support
- Reasonable accommodation during the application and hiring process