Supply Chain Program Manager/ Purchasing
Core
Lead the Purchasing Team and manage all Supply Chain deliverables for assigned design initiatives, including strategy development, supplier qualification, and cost estimation.
Role type
Senior Supply Chain Program Manager / Lead Purchasing Manager
Builds
Custom engineered mechanical applications (sheet metal, die, machining, plastic injection)
Domain
Manufacturing / Engineering / Supply Chain
Required skills
Project management, budget management, cost estimating, supplier negotiation, supplier qualification, DFM reviews, RFQ execution, strategic sourcing, BOM/AVL control, early supplier involvement
Preferred skills
Advanced PC skills, proficiency in Pro-Engineer, Solid Works, Microsoft Project, Excel, Visio
Technologies
Pro-Engineer, Solid Works, Microsoft Project, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio
Responsibilities
Lead the Purchasing Team; Perform situational analysis and strategy development for supply chain, procurement, and logistics; Perform DFM reviews and cost estimating for custom engineered materials; Coordinate Supply Chain activities for all phases of the Product Creation Process; Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and supply chain optimization programs with suppliers; Identify and facilitate qualification of new or alternate suppliers; Execute Early Supplier Involvement programs.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC