Manager Sourcing

What you'll do:

We are seeking a highly experienced and Sourcing Manager to lead a team of 2 to 3 buyers for key industrial commodities including electronics, electrical components, plastics, rubber, and sheet metal. The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of experience in strategic sourcing and proven leadership in managing teams, driving supplier performance, and delivering cost efficiencies.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Sourcing:
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for assigned commodities.
• Lead supplier identification, evaluation, and qualification processes.
• Negotiate contracts and pricing to achieve optimal value and risk mitigation.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to align sourcing with technical requirements.
• Support new product development and localization initiatives.

People Management:
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of sourcing professionals.
• Set clear goals, conduct performance reviews, and support career development.
• Foster a collaborative and high-performance team culture.
• Allocate resources effectively across projects and priorities.

Supplier & Process Management:
• Monitor supplier performance and implement corrective actions.
• Conduct market intelligence and benchmarking.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory standards.
• Drive continuous improvement in sourcing processes and supplier capabilities.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in engineering, Supply Chain Management,
Minimum 10+ years of experience in strategic sourcing or procurement.

Skills:

Proven expertise in sourcing: electronics, electrical, plastics, rubber, and sheet metal.
Strong negotiation, analytical, and supplier management skills.
Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle) and sourcing tools.
Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.