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Hillenbrand · 3 months ago

New Product Development Sourcing Manager

Batavia, OH, USA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

7+ years exp

Milacron is a global leader in the manufacture and distribution of engineered systems in the plastic technology industry. They are seeking a New Product Development Sourcing Manager to lead sourcing and procurement strategies for new product development, focusing on cost reduction and operational excellence across global supply networks.

Industrial AutomationManagement ConsultingManufacturing

Responsibilities

Develop and execute project sourcing strategies to support new product launches, capital investments, and process improvement initiatives

Partner with engineering, operations, and plant leadership to define sourcing requirements for raw materials, components, and services

Identify, evaluate, and qualify global suppliers to ensure capability, capacity, and compliance with quality and safety standards

Negotiate contracts, pricing agreements, and long-term partnerships to drive cost savings and mitigate risk

Partner with Strategic Category Managers to align new suppliers with global category strategies

Work with Supplier Development team to successfully onboard new suppliers and ensure they meet Milacron expectations

Manage supplier performance through KPIs, scorecards, and regular business reviews

Lead cross-functional sourcing initiatives to optimize cost, improve supplier innovation, and ensure on-time delivery

Monitor market trends, supply chain risks, and commodity pricing to develop proactive sourcing strategies

Support plant operations by resolving supplier-related issues, managing escalations, and ensuring business continuity

Champion sustainability and ethical sourcing practices aligned with corporate responsibility goals

Provide leadership and mentorship to sourcing team members (if applicable)

Qualification

Procurement experienceSupplier relationship managementContract negotiationGlobal sourcingERP/MRP systemsSupply chain analyticsData-driven decision makingProject managementCommunication skillsAdaptabilityProblem-solvingStrategic thinking