Charles Industries, An Amphenol Company · 1 day ago
Strategic Sourcing Manager
Schaumburg, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expCharles Industries, An Amphenol Company is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Manager to oversee the end-to-end sourcing of products essential to their operations. The role involves identifying cost savings opportunities, negotiating supplier agreements, and developing supplier relationships to support company objectives.
ElectronicsHardwareManufacturing
Responsibilities
Responsible for the strategic sourcing management goals of the assigned plant/product and implement action items to ensure that those goals are achieved
Responsible for negotiations for the best possible cost service guarantee and develop "win-win" strategies that achieve sustainable relationships with suppliers
Evaluate supplier core competencies and competitive positioning using industry cost models
Establish supplier agreements and contracts
Research and anticipate shifts in the negotiating power of suppliers
Maintain and develop supplier relationships
Develop a supplier management program with key suppliers including metrics, performance goals, and improvement initiatives
Develop and implement sourcing and supplier selection strategy domestically and internationally
Track and report out on operational KPIs such as cost savings, on time delivery, quality, and compliance
Collaboration with Engineering, Product Management, Plant Operations, Quality and Planning
Assist in other duties as required
Qualification
Required
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Thorough understanding of company products and logistics
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Solid project management and budget management skills required
Bachelor's degree in Business, Production Management, Materials Management or related areas
At least 5 years of purchasing/strategic sourcing experience and 3 years of operations/supply chain experience
An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered in lieu of a degree
Knowledge of the legal terminology and language related to supplier and/or vendor agreements and contracts
Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
Employees must regularly lift and/or move up to 15 pounds
Company
Charles Industries, An Amphenol Company
Charles Industries, LLC is a diversified manufacturing and technology company serving Wireline, Wireless, Broadband Cable/MSO, Utilities (Energy), and Industrial markets.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Joseph T. Charles
Founder, President and CEO
Mike Johnson
Product Manager
Recent News
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