Technical Procurement Manager, TASKI - North America

Solenis•Toledo, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The position is part of the Global TASKI Purchasing Organization and is responsible for sourcing Floor Care Machine components and finished goods for TASKI NAM based at our TASKI / NSS factory in Toledo, Ohio, managing $10–20M annual spend, with direct impact on product cost, supplier innovation, and supply continuity. Works within a $100M global FCM category and team aligned with global strategies.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent certification in Engineering
3–5+ years of experience in technical procurement or sourcing; global sourcing experience is a plus
Demonstrated technical sourcing experience in: Electrical / electronic components (PCBs, batteries, chargers, wiring harnesses)
Demonstrated technical sourcing experience in: Mechanical components (plastic injection molding, metal fabrication)
Ability to assess manufacturing processes and identify design‑for‑cost opportunities
Strong stakeholder management across Engineering, Manufacturing, and Global Procurement
Ability to operate effectively at both strategic and operational levels
Results‑driven with a structured, action‑oriented mindset
Confident communicator able to facilitate cross‑functional decision‑making
Experience working with SAP and strong analytical skills
Fluent in English
Willingness to travel internationally as required

Nice To Haves

global sourcing experience is a plus

Responsibilities

Lead NAM sourcing for electronic and mechanical components and finished goods following global sourcing methodology
Define and implement 1–3 year sourcing strategies, supplier selections, contracts, and commercial terms
Scout, assess, and technically evaluate suppliers and manufacturing processes
Support inflation outlooks and market intelligence for key commodities
Drive cost reduction and value engineering initiatives meeting savings targets
Manage pricing, contracts, and cost updates in SAP
Monitor and drive supplier performance (quality, delivery, cost, sustainability)
Actively manage supply risks and escalation topics
Participate in global and regional new product development (NPD) and launch projects
Partner closely with R&D, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing on design changes, dual sourcing, and portfolio optimizations
Support innovation by enabling supplier-led technical solutions