PURPOSE OF POSITION

The Strategic Sourcing Manager is responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies that deliver cost savings, improve supplier performance, and support organizational goals. This role oversees supplier selection, contract negotiation, risk management, and long-term category strategy. The Strategic Sourcing Manager works cross-functionally with engineering, operations, finance, and quality teams to ensure supply continuity and optimize value across the supply chain.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive.  Other duties may be required and assigned.

More specifically, the person will:

• Identify, evaluate, and pre-qualify new suppliers to meet quality, cost, and capability requirements.
• Negotiate: pricing, payment terms, service levels, and any long-term agreements.
• Update and drive multi-year sourcing strategies by spend categories.
• Develop risk management plans for key categories.
• Work with Buyers on performance metrics and corrective action plans.
• Work with Engineering on New Product sourcing and prototype purchasing.
• Conduct Quarterly Business Reviews with Strategic Vendors.
• Develop strategic partnerships with key suppliers to support innovation and continuous improvement.
• Drive supplier corrective action request

QUALIFICATIONS  

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION – EXPERIENCE – COMPUTER SKILLS

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field (Required).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel & Outlook (Required).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills (Required).
• 4 years related experience in Purchasing, Strategic Sourcing, or Supply Chain Management (Required).
• Project Management experience (Preferred)
• Knowledge of ERP systems (Preferred).

CORE VALUES – Listed in bold below are Cemen Tech’s six Core Values including an example of each Core Value.

• Positive Mindset - We know our attitude affects our performance.
• Ingenuity – Better, Faster, Easier 
• Accountable - We accept responsibility for our actions. 
• Do the Right Thing - We will stay productive and be contributors. 
• Engaged - Listening to understand...acting to accomplish. 
• Safety - We will reinforce safe habits by our own actions. 

COMPETENCIES

To perform this position successfully, individual should demonstrate the following work competencies:

• Communication Skills – Speaks clearly, listens, and receives clarification, responds to questions.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to consider long-term planning when making decisions.
• Project Management: Proven ability to manage a project across different departments.
• Pace: Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction, and takes responsibility.
• Quality Assurance - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
• Ethics/Professionalism - Treats people with respect; Works ethically and with integrity.
• Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures. 
• Judgment - Exhibits sound and accurate judgment.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Uses equipment properly.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

 The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee:

• Must be able to frequently stoop/bend.
• Must be able to regularly use hands and arms.
• Must be able to regularly stand and walk. 
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision.

ENVIRONMENTAL ADAPTABILITY 

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Cemen Tech, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, The Employer will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with Cemen Tech, Inc.