Sourcing Manager

Strong Hold•Louisville, KY

90d

About The Position

The Sourcing Manager leads strategic sourcing to ensure reliable, cost-effective supply chains that fuel production and profitability. You’ll manage a team of buyers, negotiate contracts, drive savings, and mitigate risks in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Requirements

7+ years’ experience of sourcing and procuring in a manufacturing environment.
2-4 years of management experience.
Bachelor’s degree in business or related discipline.

Nice To Haves

MBA or the equivalent experience
Experience and/or knowledge of TPS and other lean tools

Responsibilities

Team Leadership: Coach and develop a team of buyers; oversee daily operations and performance.
Supply Assurance: Guarantee raw materials and finished goods availability to meet production schedules.
Cost Optimization: Analyze vendor pricing and lead initiatives to achieve annual savings targets, including programs to offset wage inflation.
Vendor Management: Maintain scorecards, enforce contract terms, and cultivate strategic partnerships.
Contract Negotiation: Secure favorable terms with new suppliers and refresh agreements with existing ones.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with engineering, production, and quality teams to source innovative materials and components.
Market Intelligence: Monitor supply-chain trends, commodity fluctuations, and risks to proactively adjust strategies.
Process Excellence: Design and audit ERP workflows to ensure compliance and efficiency. Understands changes and fluctuations in the supply chain through market analysis and research that can impact the cost and/or production.