Direct Sourcing Manager

JOB REQUIREMENTS: What You Will Do: We are seeking a Direct Sourcing Manager! In this role, you will support and coordinate activities involving the Engineering, Operations, Customer Service, and Procurement teams in preparing Request for Quotes (RFQs), negotiating contracts, and managing suppliers involved in direct materials/services. In addition, you and your team will be responsible for material availability, integral to supporting electronic component manufacturing, or other categories as assigned to support Astronautics. You will also manage processes, create efficiencies, and control costs using ERP systems and software tools. This on-site position, with some hybrid flexibility, is located at our headquarters in Oak Creek, WI. You will report directly to the Senior Manager, Procurement. How You Will Do It: Follow a structured negotiation process to conduct supplier negotiations and contracting. Nurture supplier partnerships, track KPIs and goals, and monitor scorecards to measure and evaluate supplier performance. Ensure PO backup documentation compliance. Evaluate, select, develop, aggregate spending, support sourcing efforts and maintain relationships with suppliers to ensure a reliable supply of materials. Studies market intelligence and conducts frequent market analysis and benchmarking to anticipate price fluctuations. Prepare and administer bids, proposals, and commercial and government contracts that follow company policies and legal requirements. Ensure contracts are administered and monitored to maintain compliance with the terms of agreements. Create Strategic supplier management programs, emphasizing collaborative supplier relationships that control costs, manage risk & support compliance. Develop & sustain relationships with critical suppliers by communicating & conducting regular reviews of status and issues. Lead multifunctional teams in developing specifications, statements of work, and terms and conditions, including procuring engineered products, capital equipment, and assigned categories. Define the escalation paths and methods to use to resolve problems. Analyze and evaluate proposals and negotiate long-term pricing agreements. Negotiate commercial terms. Analyze complex data to identify sourcing opportunities and drive cost savings in assigned categories. Research market dynamics, cost drivers, historical spend, and industry trends to enhance negotiations. Ensure compliance with pricing, payment terms, volume commitments, rebates, etc Manage key supplier performance goals and objectives consistent with procurement department goals. Provide clear and actionable feedback to encourage cooperation and drive continuous improvement in supplier performance. Leverage... For full info follow application link. We are an equal opportunity employer. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to sex, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color or any other protected class ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/7C33790FA2C04E3A