Life Fitness / Hammer Strength · 2 weeks ago
Sourcing Specialist - Electronics Commodities
Rosemont, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$90K/yr - $132K/yr
3+ years expLife Fitness / Hammer Strength is a global leader in fitness innovation, seeking a driven and detail-oriented Sourcing Specialist - Electronics Commodities to help power the next generation of high-performance products. The role involves developing and executing strategic sourcing plans for electronics commodities, supporting new product development, and managing supplier relationships to ensure quality and cost-effectiveness.
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Responsibilities
Develop and execute a strategic sourcing plan for electronics commodities (PCBAs, cables, harnesses, and related components) across all Life Fitness manufacturing sites
Support New Product Development (NPD) and ensure sourcing milestones align with project timelines
Select and manage suppliers based on quality, cost, and delivery performance
Partner with Supplier Quality Engineering to engage preferred suppliers early in the design phase
Negotiate supplier quotes and agreements to meet cost and budget goals
Oversee sourcing deliverables throughout the LF PACE product development process
Consolidate supply base across sites to maximize leverage and efficiency
Drive supplier improvements in cost, quality, and performance
Lead or support other project-related initiatives as needed
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field
3+ years' experience in Purchasing or Sourcing with strong project management background
Proven experience supporting NPD/NPI processes
Familiarity with electronic components including wire/cable harnesses, power cords, switches, filters, PCB assemblies, and rapid prototyping
Understanding of PPAP, quality qualification processes, and Lean Six Sigma principles
Proficiency in cost analysis and strategic negotiation
Experience in a global manufacturing environment
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Benefits
401(k) savings plan with 4% employer match
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Parental, medical and military leaves of absence
Paid time off, including 12 paid holidays throughout the calendar year
Paid vacation days beginning at 13 days annually
Paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws
Company paid short-term disability and optional long-term disability
Health savings account
Health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts
Employee and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance
Hospital indemnity
Identity protection
Legal services
Adoption assistance
Tuition assistance
Commuter benefits
Employee discounts
Employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions
Company
Life Fitness / Hammer Strength
For over five decades, Life Fitness / Hammer Strength has crafted state-of-the art cardio and strength equipment that moves in sync with the human body, helping athletes and exercisers globally, become faster, stronger, and healthier.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2019-05-06Acquired
Leadership Team
Jim Pisani
Chief Executive Officer
Alexis Kessler, PHR
HR Business Partner - US Sales
Recent News
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