Sourcing Manager – Power & Electronics

Panduit

Sourcing Manager driving global sourcing strategies for Panduit's supply chain to enhance supplier performance and product development. Collaborating cross-functionally to influence business decisions.

Posted 5/28/2026full-timeTinley Park • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $110,000 - $140,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Oracle

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop sourcing strategies for complex commodities that drive business growth, cost savings, and supply chain performance.
Identify, assess, and manage supplier relationships while supporting supplier rationalization and risk mitigation initiatives.
Lead commercial activities including contract management, RFPs, supplier negotiations, product qualification, and regulatory compliance.
Drive productivity and cost-reduction initiatives while ensuring quality, delivery, and service expectations are achieved at the lowest total cost.
Partner cross-functionally to support new product development, supplier manufacturing readiness, and Design for Manufacturing (DFM) initiatives.
Monitor commodity markets, support annual budgeting, and provide strategic insights on material availability and sourcing opportunities.
Influence sourcing, negotiation, and contracting decisions for global and regional projects with a strong focus on integrity and business impact.
Improve supplier performance through scorecards, supplier development plans, and long-term strategic partnerships focused on quality, cost, lead time, and service improvements.
Support supply chain optimization initiatives including inventory reduction, lead time improvements, spend management, ROI tracking, and operational efficiency.
Lead projects to achieve sourcing goals, deliver cost savings, and ensure successful on-time product launches.
Ensure accuracy and compliance across sourcing systems, processes, and purchasing procedures, including Oracle vendor and item management.
Mentor and support sourcing team members in sourcing strategies, negotiation techniques, and best practice procurement methodologies.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Education: BBA/BSBA Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or Operations Management Concentration.
Master’s degree preferred.
Certificates: CPIM/CPM/CSCP/APICS certification preferred or commitment to achieve.
Experience: 7+ years in sourcing, purchasing, manufacturing, engineering, or supply chain.
Sourcing experience in manufacturing, power, or electronics finished goods required.
Global sourcing experience in Power and Electronic Products a strong plus.
Knowledge: Understanding of supply chain concepts (e.g. global sourcing, planning & inventory), ability to make and support business decisions, and familiarity with cost reduction strategies.
Skills: Strong negotiation, supplier relationship building, project management, critical thinking, and communication skills.
Systems: Experience using ERPs (like SAP or Oracle) and Microsoft Office.
Work Environment: Ability to work in fast-paced, multicultural business environment while managing multiple priorities under pressure.
Travel: Ability to travel up to 25%.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive Pay & Benefits: Enjoy a robust Total Rewards Program that includes health, financial benefits, and more.
Work-Life Balance: Flexible work options to help you achieve the perfect work-life balance.
Generous Time Off: Take advantage of our generous vacation, sick days, holidays, plus a volunteer day to give back to the community.
Retirement & Growth: 401(k) match, profit sharing, and abundant growth and development opportunities to help you advance your career.
Parental Leave: Because we care about your family and your future.

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Hard Skills & Tools

sourcing strategiessupplier managementcontract managementRFPsnegotiationproduct qualificationregulatory compliancesupply chain optimizationcost reduction strategiesproject management

Soft Skills

negotiationsupplier relationship buildingcritical thinkingcommunicationmentoringcross-functional collaborationinfluencingleadershiporganizational skillsproblem-solving

Certifications

BBA/BSBA DegreeMaster’s degreeCPIMCPMCSCPAPICS certification