Strategic Sourcing Manager - #1401991

Your Responsibilities

• Lead the North American sourcing strategy for raw materials and steel-related parts, driving cost, quality, and technology improvements through global market benchmarking.
• Identify, evaluate, and develop suppliers while negotiating contracts and pricing to strengthen our competitive position.
• Achieve targeted cost savings and implement sourcing group strategies, with regular reviews to ensure ongoing effectiveness.
• Establish and manage performance-based supplier contracts, KPIs, and compliance, ensuring alignment with internal stakeholder needs.
• Champion sourcing best practices and continuous improvement initiatives, including supplier-managed inventory and year-over-year cost reductions.
  
  

Your Qualifications

• Bachelor degree (or equivalent) in engineering with strong commercial mindset
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a strategic sourcing in an international manufacturing company (preferably truck/ automobile manufacturing with focus in raw material and steel parts)
• Proven capability in cost analysis
• General experience in a manufacturing environment (transformation & assembly)
• Proficient in MS Office products such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook; SAP knowledge is preferred
• Willingness to travel frequently within USA, Mexico, and Canada with occasional international travel to Europe. Ability to travel up to 35%.
  
  

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and performance rewards
• Comprehensive benefits package with flexible options
• Opportunity for continuous learning and career growth
• Environment of Respect, Integrity, Openness, Inclusion and Support
  
  

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled