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Strategic Sourcing Specialist III Electronics

Arden Hills US-MN, United States | N/AFull-time2026-10-17 → 2026-11-11

Core

Develop and execute sourcing strategies for the electronics category to reduce costs and secure competitive edge in direct sourcing.

Role type

Senior strategic sourcing specialist (electronics)

Builds

Sustainable sourcing strategies and supplier value contributions for electronics components

Domain

Medical device manufacturing / Electronics supply chain

Required skills

Strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, market intelligence, cost modeling, contract negotiation, risk mitigation, supplier performance management, category management, insourcing/outsourcing analysis, budget management

Preferred skills

Master's degree, CPSM/CPIM/CSCP/PMP/Lean Six Sigma certification, electronic components sourcing experience, manufacturing operations sourcing

Technologies

MS Excel, MS Project, Word, PowerPoint

Responsibilities

Gather market intelligence and trends for electronics categories; identify and manage supplier databases; guide internal leads on material and supplier selection; manage strategic supplier relationships; analyze data and develop cost modeling tools; collaborate on risk mitigation; promote continuous value improvement; manage supplier performance and VIPs; negotiate contracts; support annual budget processes; establish early involvement for development goals.