Summary

The Strategic Sourcing and Supply Chain Manager is responsible for overseeing sourcing strategy, supplier management, and end-to-end supply chain performance for assigned commodities. This role identifies and qualifies suppliers, negotiates and manages contracts, and ensures alignment with business requirements and performance standards. It plays a critical role in driving cost reduction, supplier consolidation, and the development of long-term partnerships while building supplier and commodity roadmaps that support overall business objectives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following: (Other duties may be assigned.)

Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Management

• Identify, select, and qualify suppliers to meet business needs.
• Monitor market trends, cost structures, and supplier technology roadmaps.
• Negotiate and manage supplier contracts covering pricing, payment terms, delivery lead times, inventory terms, and liabilities.
• Develop and implement supplier management practices and rationalization strategies.
• Lead consignment inventory programs and supplier exit plans.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Collaborate with R& D, Engineering, Product Management, and Operations to align sourcing strategies.
• Facilitate communication between internal staff and external suppliers to resolve issues and foster strong relationships.

Supplier Performance & Cost Management

• Manage current supplier relationships with primary ownership of performance improvements in quality, delivery, year-over-year deflation initiatives, and lead time.
• Analyze and monitor supplier performance metrics and conduct business reviews.
• Ensure accurate ERP data, including lead times and costing.
• Lead sourcing and outsourcing transition projects.

Key Metrics for Success

• ERP Data Accuracy per the performance metrics
• Assigned commodities meet or exceed defined Supplier Performance metrics
• Year-over-year cost reductions.
• Supplier base simplification and consolidation.
• % of ‘A Suppliers’ on contract (where on-time delivery, defect rate, and lead time are consistently performing at or better than standard).

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, engineering or a closely related field from an accredited institution. Completion of the Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) designation or other procurement-related education is preferred. (CPM/CPIM/CPSCM) Relevant experience will be considered.
• Minimum 5 years in strategic sourcing or commodity management.
• Experience negotiating and managing supplier contracts.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (Infor XA preferred) within a manufacturing job shop environment.

Key Skills & Abilities

• Strategic Thinking – Ability to define and execute sourcing strategies.
• Analytical Skills – Strong ability to analyze cost structures and supplier performance.
• Communication – Excellent negotiation and interpersonal skills.
• Cross-Functional Leadership – Proven ability to influence and lead across departments.

Work Environment & Travel

• This role operates in an office and manufacturing setting, requiring frequent on-site presence at Suppliers and internal manufacturing sites.

• Initial travel requirements may range from 25% to 50% as supplier relationships are established. Over time, as partnerships are formed and processes stabilize, the amount of travel may decrease based on business needs

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage starts on Day One!

Free: life insurance, short and long-term disability insurance, Telehealth Appointments, and Employee Assistance Program. Immediate vesting of 401(k) matching. Generous PTO and 11 Paid Holidays a year. And, most importantly... truly meaningful work!

Would you like to make a difference in the lives of cancer patients and their families? We design and manufacture radiation oncology medical devices to ensure more accurate, comfortable treatment for cancer patients. CQ Medical is the global market leader in patient positioning. As an innovative medical device company, we focus on discovering, developing, and distributing technology-driven solutions to improve outcomes for radiotherapy patient positioning.

We are growing rapidly and have several positions currently open as we bring in new production lines and add additional shifts! Join us and earn a Paycheck with a Purpose!

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