Material Group Manager

Sonova AG•Santa Clarita, CA

12d•$100,000 - $130,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Sonova is seeking an experienced strategic commodity professional to develop and execute effective commodity strategies. The Material Group Manager serves as the strategic interface between supplier markets and internal stakeholders, driving cost optimization, supplier performance, innovation, and supply security. This role develops global sourcing strategies, assesses supplier markets and risks, manages supplier relationships and commercial negotiations, and supports sourcing activities from product concept through production. The position partners with cross-functional teams to align supplier capabilities with technical and operational needs. The role uses a team-customized hybrid work model intended to balance individual needs with business goals. Remote or hybrid work functionality requires internet connectivity of at least 300 Mb/sec download and 10 Mb/sec upload. Pay is $100,000–$130,000 annually, based on experience.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and at least 7 years of procurement or relevant supply chain experience in a cross-functional environment.
Experience developing and executing strategic sourcing or commodity strategies.
Strong understanding of procurement and supply chain principles, supplier markets, forecasting, contract negotiation, product specifications, and bills of materials.
Demonstrated analytical, problem-solving, organizational, communication, and negotiation skills.
Ability to build strong relationships, influence stakeholders, and work independently and across functions and organizational levels.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and experience with SAP or another ERP system.
Proficiency in English.
For remote or hybrid employee functionality, internet connectivity of at least 300 Mb/sec download and 10 Mb/sec upload.

Nice To Haves

Strategic sourcing or commodity strategy experience within the medical device industry, preferably with Class II or Class III products.
SAP and PLM knowledge.
ISM or APICS certification.
Spanish or Mandarin language skills.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement global sourcing and commodity strategies for assigned material groups, aligned with company goals and market conditions.
Analyze markets to identify sourcing opportunities, supplier trends, risks, cost drivers, and potential supply constraints.
Identify, evaluate, qualify, and develop suppliers based on cost, capability, technology, quality, compliance, and performance.
Lead commercial negotiations, including pricing agreements, terms and conditions, service-level expectations, and long-term supplier agreements.
Partner with Engineering, R&D, Quality, Manufacturing, and Program Management on new product introductions and alignment of supplier capabilities with technical and operational requirements.
Drive cost and value optimization through benchmarking, should-cost analysis, value engineering, design-to-cost, standardization, supplier consolidation, and total cost of ownership strategies.
Manage project sourcing from concept through production, including RFQs, supplier selection, risk assessments, prototype and pre-series materials, project costs, lead times, and supply chain readiness.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Health Savings, Health Reimbursement, and Flexible Spending/Dependent Care Accounts.
TeleHealth options.
401(k) plan with company match.
Company-paid life/AD&D insurance, with additional supplemental coverage available.
Company-paid Short/Long-Term Disability coverage, with buy-up options available.
Accident/Hospital Indemnity coverage.
Legal/ID Theft Assistance.
PTO or sick and vacation time, floating Diversity Day, and paid holidays.
Paid parental bonding leave.
Employee Assistance Program, including a 24/7 mental health support hotline and five company-paid counseling sessions.
Internal career growth opportunities.
Tuition reimbursement.
Hearing aid discount for employees and family.
Internal social recognition platform.