Malibu TN SR STRATEGIC SOURCING SPECIALIST

MBI - Malibu Boats, Inc•Loudon, TN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Sr. Strategic Sourcing Specialist is responsible for the technical qualification and commercial management of Malibu Boats’ supply base. This role requires a unique blend of engineering literacy and procurement expertise to ensure that every component—from raw materials to finished assemblies—meets our rigorous standards for design, performance, and cost.

Requirements

Deep understanding of ERP/MRP logic, inventory control principles, and supply chain mathematics (e.g., TCO, dimensional weight, and freight modeling).
Ability to interpret complex business data and technical documents to drive strategic sourcing decisions.
Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) and a high aptitude for learning emerging supply chain technologies.
Proven ability to lead high-impact meetings and present complex information clearly to cross-functional stakeholders in both physical and virtual environments.
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field; or a minimum of 5+ years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing or procurement.

Nice To Haves

Professional designation highly preferred (e.g., CPIM, CSCP, CPM or PMP).

Responsibilities

Evaluate supplier capabilities against Engineering specifications; drive part and process qualification in tandem with Supplier Quality.
Manage the "critical path" for new parts, including lead times, tooling, and ECN (Engineering Change Notice) coordination across multiple divisions.
Utilize ERP/MRP systems and advanced Excel modeling to analyze bid parity, freight impacts, and total cost of ownership (TCO).
Minimize residual inventory by managing obsolescence targets and coordinating smooth transitions during engineering changes.
Research, identify, and qualify a world-class supplier base for technical parts and materials, ensuring alignment with Malibu’s innovation, quality standards and the Global Strategic Sourcing Group’s initiatives.
Orchestrate the end-to-end Request for Information (RFI), Quotation (RFQ), and Proposal (RFP) process, utilizing advanced analysis to evaluate performance, risk, and Total Cost of Ownership (TCO).
Present data-driven source selection recommendations to Engineering and Purchasing leadership, facilitating informed decision-making.
Lead procurement activities for New Product Introductions (NPI), managing everything from prototyping and tooling (NRE) through to full-scale production.
Partner with Engineering, Supply Chain, and Quality teams to develop project timelines and scopes of work that support vertical integration and product launches.
Seamlessly coordinate Engineering Change Notices (ECN) across boat, trailer, and engine divisions to ensure supply continuity.
Architect phase-out targets for legacy parts to minimize residual inventory while supporting the buying team during model year transitions.
Participate with the Global Strategic Sourcing Group to establish contracts that secure favorable terms, pricing, and risk mitigation.
Manage the end-to-end onboarding and qualification of new vendors, including site visits and process audits in coordination with Supplier Quality.
Execute sourcing initiatives focused on supplier base rationalization, performance improvement, and sustained cost-savings.
Execute purchase orders for samples, production startup, and tooling; facilitate the smooth hand-off of new suppliers to the tactical buying team.
Act as the primary escalation point between suppliers and internal stakeholders to resolve complex supply or communication bottlenecks.