Supplier Relationship Manager, Key Technology

Danaher•Cortland, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Pall Corporation, a Danaher company and a global leader in high-tech filtration, separation, and purification, is seeking a Supplier Relationship Manager (SRM) for the Key Technology Commodity. This role is crucial for supporting the strategy and execution within the Key Technology Commodity category (media, membrane, chemicals, OEM products). The position is part of the Integrated Supply Chain Organization and will be located onsite in one of our plants: Deland, FL, Timonium, MD, Putnam, CT, Cortland, NY, or Port Washington, NY. The role involves managing supplier relationships, driving cost savings through project management, fostering internal and external customer relationships, and executing the Key Technology Commodity Strategy, including dual/multi-sourcing and supporting new product development sourcing. Domestic and international travel will be required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Procurement, Supply Chain, or Engineering.
3+ years’ experience in Sourcing, Purchasing, or Supplier Relationship Management.
Proven track record of negotiating contracts, reducing costs, and improving supplier performance.
Building, maintaining, and fostering relationships with internal cross-functional stakeholders and suppliers.
Ability to travel 30% internationally.

Nice To Haves

Strong knowledge of Key Tech market, including materials, processes, pricing dynamics, and supplier landscape.
Ability to adapt, think critically, and problem-solve under pressure.
Continuous improvement in manufacturing.
Global Sourcing experience for a global manufacturing company.

Responsibilities

Identify and evaluate potential suppliers.
Conduct supplier assessments.
Attend supplier meetings/visits.
Maintain strong relationships with key suppliers via SBR’s.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (including engineering, manufacturing, materials, quality).
Negotiate Long-Term Agreements (LTAs) and manage contract administration.
Improve Supplier On-Time Delivery (OTD).
Support site(s) Inventory Target management.
Project funnel ideation and cost saving project execution.
Own Strategic Sourcing visual management (DVM).
Stay updated on emerging technologies/materials/best practices in Key Tech commodities and supply chain management.
Monitor market trends & industry developments to identify opportunities for innovation/cost savings/risk mitigation.
Partner with Supplier Quality to execute supplier qualifications (FAIR, PPAP, etc.).
Optimize Supply Chain design to maximize adherence to DMS principles.
Collaborate with Ops, R&D, Engineering, Quality, Sales, Product Management.
Support external customers as necessary.
Drive OTD Strategy Execution.
Delivery of the Key Technology Commodity Strategy.
Dual / multi-sourcing to avoid single-source dependency.
Supporting new product development sourcing strategies.