Strategic Sourcing Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary :

We are a fast-growing U.S. firearms manufacturer seeking an experienced Strategic Sourcing

Specialist to lead end-to-end sourcing and supplier management for critical components and

materials used in firearm production. This role develops and executes global category strategies

that reduce total cost of ownership, improve lead times, and ensure supply-chain resilience.

The ideal candidate combines deep knowledge of strategic sourcing, category management, and

supplier risk mitigation within regulated manufacturing environments (firearms, defense,

aerospace, or precision machining).

Key Responsibilities :

• Develop and execute category and sourcing strategies to achieve cost savings, mitigate

risk, and improve supplier performance.

decisions.

manage supplier onboarding and performance improvement plans (PIPs).

delivery, and payment terms.

intent, manufacturability, and new product introduction timelines.

responsiveness).

sourcing practices.

Qualifications & Requirements :

experience).

procurement in manufacturing, defense, or firearms industries.

negotiations.

performance.

As part of our hiring process, Walther Manufacturing requires all candidates to undergo a background check and drug screening. Employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of these screenings.

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