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Strategic Sourcing Specialist

Strategic Sourcing Specialist

NPA WorldWideSan Diego, CA, US
11 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job description :

  • Serve as the subject matter expert for assigned commodity strategies and supplier sourcing activities.
  • Develop, document, and execute short and long-term strategic sourcing plans in collaboration with assigned group-level Sourcing Specialists.
  • Lead the creation and implementation of commodity strategies that align with global and regional business objectives.
  • Act as the sourcing focal point for identifying, evaluating, and onboarding suppliers meeting technical, commercial, and compliance requirements.
  • Support the development and execution of global supply chain strategies that enhance performance across People, Quality, Velocity, and Cost.
  • Proactively identify and mitigate sourcing risks that could impact operational execution or strategic goals.
  • Partner with internal stakeholders including Engineering, Operations, Legal, and Finance to ensure sourcing strategies are aligned with technical requirements and project timelines.
  • Effectively manage multiple sourcing and strategic initiatives simultaneously, ensuring timely execution and stakeholder alignment.

Qualifications :

  • Bachelors degree with 10+ years or a Masters degree with 7+ years of experience in Supply Chain.
  • Experience creating Sourcing & Commodity Strategies.
  • Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques.
  • Knowledge of successful negotiation concepts and techniques.
  • Knowledge of processes and methods to effectively manage business relationships and transactions with suppliers.
  • Knowledge of policies, standards, and processes for managing and administering contracts.
  • Knowledge of strategic sourcing methods, technologies, and processes.

    • Why is This a Great Opportunity :

  • Serve as the subject matter expert for assigned commodity strategies and supplier sourcing activities.
  • Develop, document, and execute short and long-term strategic sourcing plans in collaboration with assigned group-level Sourcing Specialists.
  • Lead the creation and implementation of commodity strategies that align with global and regional business objectives.
  • Act as the sourcing focal point for identifying, evaluating, and onboarding suppliers meeting technical, commercial, and compliance requirements.
  • Support the development and execution of global supply chain strategies that enhance performance across People, Quality, Velocity, and Cost.
  • Proactively identify and mitigate sourcing risks that could impact operational execution or strategic goals.
  • Partner with internal stakeholders including Engineering, Operations, Legal, and Finance to ensure sourcing strategies are aligned with technical requirements and project timelines.
  • Effectively manage multiple sourcing and strategic initiatives simultaneously, ensuring timely execution and stakeholder alignment.

    • Salary Type : Annual Salary

    Salary Min : $ 125925

    Salary Max : $ 188887

    Currency Type : USD

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