Strategic Sourcing Manager

About the position

The Strategic Sourcing Manager will develop and execute strategic sourcing plans for metal fabrication and finishing materials, ensuring cost efficiency and supply continuity. The role involves sourcing and managing supplier relationships for steel, aluminum, fasteners, coatings, and chemicals.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and lead times to ensure cost efficiency and supply continuity.
• Evaluate vendors based on cost, quality, delivery, and service; drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Monitor market trends and raw material fluctuations to inform purchasing decisions.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Production, and Quality teams on material specifications and manufacturing requirements.
• Lead make-vs-buy analyses and assess outsourcing opportunities for fabrication and finishing services.
• Maintain procurement records, supplier qualifications, and contract performance in ERP systems.
• Track inventory levels and forecast demand using ERP tools.

Requirements

• Expertise in procurement, supply chain, and purchasing.
• Strong contract and supplier negotiation skills.
• Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., Epicor) and Microsoft Excel.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance - Employee premiums have not increased in over 5 years!
• Health Savings Account with employer contribution
• FREE on-site and off-site health clinics
• Dental, vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurances
• Competitive PTO offering
• Paid holidays with no waiting period
• 401(k) with an employer match up to 4%
• Tuition reimbursement