Senior Strategic Sourcing Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

We are in search of a Senior Strategic Sourcing Engineer to ensure viable, compliant, supply sources while mitigating associated risk, maximizing quality, and minimizing cost.

Key Responsibilities:

• A. Strategic sourcing of assigned products/commodities
• B. Participate in cross-functional teams to improve new product development, design for manufacturability (DFM), and identify and resolve nonconformance issues, problems or improve processes
• C. Manage and drive continuous improvement in supply base and activities related to renewal agreements, objective performance metrics, lead time reduction, on-time delivery, quality and cost reduction
• D. Facilitate and lead Value Analysis and Value Engineering (VAVE) and Six Sigma Processes
• E. Prepare and issue RFQ’s, negotiating price and delivery terms, and ensuring the accuracy of purchase order, and summarize RFQ results
• F. Source product and materials according to drawing specifications and project requirements
• G. Evaluate and measure suppliers’ performance and initiate corrective action when expectations are not met
• H. Identify areas of risk for the business (i.e.; delivery, quality, cost, performance, etc.) through activities such as monitoring global events, and make recommendations to mitigate risk.
• I. Assist in accounting discrepancies and pricing variance reports; coordinate Engineering Change Orders with suppliers, maintain accurate record, and communicate necessary cost adjustments
• J. Monitor and maintain accurate quote files, component pricing, material discrepancy reports, and special cost adjustments.
• K. Lead the research of new technologies with potential to enhance existing product or provide new avenues for product solutions.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business or related discipline
• 5+ years experience in a supply chain role with ERP systems experience (manufacturing environment preferred)
• Advanced use of Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint for business analytics

Benefits:

• Comprehensive Insurance Package: Medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, life, short-term and long-term disability.
• 401k Matching: Secure your future with our 401k matching program.
• Health Savings Account (HSA): Employer contributions to your HSA.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Enjoy a healthy work-life balance starting at 15 days of PTO per year and 9 paid holidays.
• Fitness Center: Stay active with our onsite fitness facility.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Continue your education with our support.
• Career Development: Opportunities for growth and advancement.

Please Note:

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, an E-Verify employer, and a drug-free company. This position is not eligible for VISA sponsorship.

We believe in transparent and equitable pay. All U.S. job postings include a good-faith salary range based on role, location, experience, and internal equity. We’re happy to discuss compensation openly throughout the hiring process.