Develop, execute, and report on innovative sourcing strategies to secure a competitive advantage and ensure supply assurance for critical components - specifically the Radar RFID sensor components including semiconductors and mechanical parts, and the RFID system components including ethernet switch, controller (computer), and select system-related mechanical components.
Lead all commercial relationships with assigned commodity suppliers and involving contract manufacturer(s), including negotiating long-term agreements (LTAs), contracts, pricing, and terms to achieve overall best value.
Conduct extensive market analysis to identify trends, forecast potential risks (e.g., price volatility, supply disruptions), and implement effective risk mitigation strategies.
Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including Engineering and Operations to align sourcing strategies with product roadmaps and support new product introductions (NPI) from design to production launch.
Drive continuous supplier performance improvement through proactive management, establishing key performance indicators (KPIs), conducting regular business reviews, and addressing quality or delivery issues in a timely manner.
Ensure compliance with all regulatory & environmental requirements and internal company policies related to procurement and supply chain operations.

Requirements

You have a Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering or a related field.
You have 4+ years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or commodity management, preferably within a high-tech or manufacturing environment.
You have exemplary communication skills - written, verbal, presentation.
You have strong negotiation and contract management skills with a proven track record of driving cost savings and developing constructive relationships with suppliers / CM partners.
You have advanced analytical skills and experience with data analysis to make informed decisions and solve ambiguous problems.
You have the ability to work independently and manage mission-critical projects with limited oversight, demonstrating a self-starter mindset.
You have excellent leadership and stakeholder management skills to influence across departments and with executive audiences.
You have familiarity with ERP systems and procurement software.
You have a deep understanding of the specific technical commodities being managed (e.g., silicon, mechanical parts, computer hardware).

Benefits

equity
comprehensive medical and dental coverage
life and disability benefits
401k plan
flexible time off
paid parental leave

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard skills

procurementsourcingcommodity managementdata analysisnegotiationcontract managementrisk mitigationsupplier performance improvementkey performance indicatorsmarket analysis

Soft skills

communicationleadershipstakeholder managementindependent workself-starter mindsetproblem-solvingpresentation skillsrelationship buildingcollaborationorganizational skills