Global Sourcing Manager

Global Sourcing Manager

Manage International Sourcing to provide the optimal supply chain solution that includes supplier selection, product and tooling quoting, project execution, capacity planning, and supply chain risk mitigation throughout the product portfolio. Ensure that all sourcing activities are in line with the overall Global Sourcing Strategy driving supply chain resilience, process improvements, and product cost targets. Within the sourcing responsibilities, this role will also manage one or more complex projects with the goal of delivering each project on time, within budget and as scoped.

Qualification Requirements

• Minimum Education: Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, or related field. MBA preferred.
• Minimum Work Experience: Five (5) plus years of experience in cross-functional product development environments. Project management experience preferred
• License(s) / Certification(s): CPM, CPIM certification a plus

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strategic Sourcing experience in international supply base.
• Knowledge of multiple project management methodologies (i.e. Kanban, Agile, Lean).
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills, effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.
• Proficient with MS Office and ERP systems (i.e. SAP)
• Ability to maintain regular and predictable attendance.
• A proven track record of project management.
• Experience with team-based environments.
• Strong time management skills and the ability to successfully manage multiple competing demands for time.
• Demonstrated problem solving skills and the ability to think outside the box.
• Strong analytical skills and detail orientation.
• Willing to travel both domestically and internationally 10-15%

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting and working on a computer, including reviewing data, contracts, reports, and supplier communications.
• Frequent use of hands and fingers for keyboarding, data entry, and operation of standard office equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively in person, via telephone, video conferencing, and electronic communications.
• Ability to move throughout office, warehouse, manufacturing, and supplier facilities as needed.
• Ability to occasionally lift and carry materials weighing up to 20 pounds.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally, including extended periods of walking, standing, and navigating airports and supplier locations.
• Ability to visually analyze data, spreadsheets, presentations, contracts, and procurement documentation.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.