Advanced Sourcing Engineer, HTAS

Stanley Black & Decker, Inc.•Towson, MD

3d•$62,200 - $100,200•Hybrid

About The Position

The Advanced Sourcing Engineer (ASE) is part of the Tools & Outdoor team and manages sourcing activities for the New Product Development (NPD) process from end to end. The role works with global, cross-functional teams and internal business partners to source new components, negotiate supplier cost and service, and make supplier award decisions in collaboration with Lead Category Managers. The ASE may lead negotiations for a component category, serving as a quoting agent and sourcing expert to support other ASE projects. The role owns the Costed Bill of Materials through development, reports cost risks and opportunities, and ensures data is accurate and timely. It partners with manufacturing site operations to procure materials for prototype and sample builds, complete master data setup and pre-production launch documentation, and prepare materials for launch readiness. The ASE communicates sourcing status, obstacles, timelines, and risks to stakeholders; coordinates resolution of sourcing issues across relevant teams; escalates issues when necessary; and prepares briefings for upper management. The position also assists with onboarding new ASE team members and participates in an annual stretch assignment, such as a process improvement event. This is a hybrid role based in Towson, Maryland; New Britain, Connecticut; or Valley City, Ohio. The position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. The stated annual salary range is $62,200 to $100,200, with the offered salary depending on factors such as location, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and experience.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Operations, Engineering, or a related area, or an associate/technical degree with sufficient relevant experience.
At least 1 year of experience in Purchasing, Materials Management, Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing, Engineering, or Operations.
Ability to interact with engineering at a technical level and read technical drawings and specifications for supplier quoting and negotiations.
Ability to use technical knowledge to challenge suppliers on costs related to design and manufacturing cost drivers.
Strong knowledge of at least one component area, such as plastics, machining, casting, or electronics, and working knowledge of relevant component areas used to manufacture the company’s products.
Strong negotiation skills with a proven track record of successfully leading negotiations.
Effective project management and leadership skills.
Ability to learn and adjust quickly to purchasing and related internal processes.
Understanding of the culture within a large organization, or ability to establish that understanding through networking and interaction with global stakeholders.
Ability to work professionally under pressure, handle multiple tasks, and juggle priorities daily.
Mature skills in MRP systems such as SAP and Microsoft Office products, including PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, and Excel.

Responsibilities

Manage sourcing actions for the New Product Development process from end to end in partnership with global cross-functional teams.
Source new components for assigned NPD projects and negotiate supplier cost and service in coordination with internal partners and stakeholders.
Collaborate with Lead Category Managers on supplier award decisions.
Lead NPD negotiations for a component area when collective negotiations can be leveraged, acting as quoting agent and sourcing expert for the category.
Own the Costed BOM through development, report cost risks and opportunities, and ensure data is accurate and timely.
Partner with Manufacturing Site Operations to procure materials for prototype and sample builds, enable master data setup, complete pre-production launch documentation, and prepare materials for launch readiness.
Communicate sourcing status and obstacles to stakeholders and ensure project timelines and risks are clear to Project Management.
Coordinate resolution of sourcing issues with Product Management, Program Managers, Demand/Supply Planning, Manufacturing, Global Quality, Category Management, and Engineering teams.
Escalate sourcing needs to the manager and prepare briefings for upper management.
Assist with onboarding new ASE team members.
Participate in an annual stretch assignment, such as a process improvement event.

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Life insurance
Vision insurance
Disability benefits
401(k) retirement benefits
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and personal days
Tuition reimbursement
Wellness program
Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and products
Discount programs for other vendors and partners
Access to learning resources, including a digital learning portal, Lean Academy, and online university