Job Overview

Overview

We are seeking a highly analytical and results-driven Strategic Sourcing Analyst to support sourcing initiatives across multiple commodities, including machinery, applicators, and high-volume components.

This role will play a key part in:

• Supplier strategy
• Cost optimization
• Lead time reduction
• Sourcing execution

The ideal candidate will have strong experience in supplier management, cost analysis, and procurement/planning processes within a manufacturing or industrial environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies by commodity (machining, assembly, electronics, tooling, etc.)
• Lead RFQs, negotiations, and supplier selection
• Analyze cost breakdowns (material, labor, overhead, logistics)
• Identify and implement cost reduction opportunities
• Drive lead time reduction initiatives and supply continuity
• Manage and optimize supplier performance (quality, delivery, cost)
• Support dual sourcing and supplier consolidation strategies
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and agreements

Work cross-functionally with:

• Supply Chain (Materials Planning)
• Engineering
• Operations
• Quality

Job Requirements

• Establishing and executing mid-term and long-term sourcing strategies for assigned categories.
• Leading supplier negotiations and contract development in alignment with business objectives.
• Managing supplier relationships to ensure achievement of cost, delivery, and performance commitments.
• Partnering with cross-functional stakeholders to leverage global spend and optimize supplier footprints.
• Identifying innovation, design-to-cost, and early supplier involvement opportunities.
• Researching market, technology, and industry trends to inform sourcing strategies.

What your background should look like

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in: Supply Chain, Engineering, Business / Finance

3–7 years of experience in Strategic sourcing, Procurement, Supplier management

Technical Skills

Strong knowledge of:

• Machining / metal fabrication / assembly processes
• Industrial supply chains
• Advanced Excel skills (analysis, modeling, cost comparisons
• Ability to interpret:  drawings, BOMs, technical specifications
• Experience with SAP (MM module preferred):
  • Info Records and Source Lists
  • Purchase Orders

Soft skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset
• Excellent negotiation skills
• Ability to manage multiple suppliers and priorities
• Strong communication (internal & external stakeholders)

Results-driven and detail-oriented

Preferred Qualifications (Nice to have)

Experience with: Tooling / applicators / machinery sourcing, Data connectivity / electronics components

Understanding of tariffs and trade impacts, should-cost modeling

Competencies