Junior Sourcing Manager
Core
Sourcing, evaluating, and managing manufacturing vendors for CNC machining, sheet metal, 3D printing, castings, forgings, and injection moulding tooling to ensure components meet technical specifications and are delivered on time.
Role type
Junior Sourcing Manager (Manufacturing)
Builds
Outsourced mechanical components and tooling
Domain
Manufacturing / Industrial Engineering
Required skills
CNC machining processes, reading engineering drawings and GD&T, supplier negotiation, cost estimation, ERP systems, CAD/CAM software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Mastercam, Delcam), quality assurance coordination, market analysis
Preferred skills
Knowledge of sheet metal, 3D printing, castings, forgings, injection moulding tooling, materials (aluminium, steel, plastics, alloys), machining cycle time optimization, fixture and tooling methods
Technologies
SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Mastercam, Delcam, ERP systems
Responsibilities
Identify, evaluate, and onboard manufacturing vendors; Prepare and distribute Requests for Quotations (RFQs); Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and lead times; Translate engineering requirements into manufacturing specifications; Monitor vendor production schedules and ensure on-time delivery; Coordinate with Quality Control to resolve defects and non-conformances; Conduct market research and develop should-cost estimates; Maintain accurate supplier performance metrics and pricing databases
Seniority
Junior, hands-on IC