The Advanced Products Sourcing Manager will focus on supporting the Samtec engineering teams in the development of Optical Transceivers, Advanced Silicon Connectivity Platforms, and Next Generation Interconnects. Position also is a major stakeholder in the supply chain decisions from concept to production.
Reports to: Global Sourcing Manager Essential Duties and
Responsibilities:
-Business and Technology Success
-Partner with Product Management and Engineering leadership in the development and execution of a market leading business and technology strategy.
-Assist with the development of Sourcing Roadmap for Advanced Products
-Work collectively with other team members to negotiate terms and conditions for long term contracts with suppliers
-Support the development of new product introduction in concert with tasks of the New Product Development Group as related to materials
-Adherence to all approved operating budgets including PPV initiatives
-Assist in the continuous improvement initiatives supporting the business unit’s overall performance to objectives and goals
-Ensure departmental compliance to all quality / operating policies, procedures and standards
-Maintain the supplier base to support the strategic growth plan for Samtec
-Provide assistance and perform periodic audits of the Planner/Buyers in all areas
-Provide logistic support for external material & equipment shipments and assist in the overall development of off-shore sources of supply as directed
-Drive regular improvement in Purchase Price Variance (PPV) through RFQ’s, auctions, and negotiations with suppliers
-Transform market requirements and engineering designs into realizable products that ramp to volume and meet cost, quality, and delivery targets
-Support Engineering in new product development to include sourcing suppliers, obtaining samples, and quotes
-BOM & Component Mgt to establish minimum balances, lot sizes, stocking locations, and reorder points Needs to understand usage and manufacturing requirements to identify errors
-Assist with the location and development of suppliers domestically and in Low Cost regions, and engage suppliers in projects to improve quality, lead time, and price/terms
-Recognize opportunities for LCR sources
-Support vendor consolidation process of identifying and developing strategically important suppliers
Education and Experience:
-Bachelor’s degree in Technical/Engineering discipline -At least 5 years procurement experience
-Good understanding of optical technology, products, and industry
-Knowledge of ASIC/silicon design and electrical hardware design
-Familiarity with new product introduction and product lifecycle management processes (prototype development, validation, release and EOS/EOL)
-Knowledge of product manufacturing/test and familiarity with DfX (includes mfg, test, cost, quality, reliability) tools, process and application (FMEA, DOE, DMAIC)
-Experience identifying and sourcing materials based on blueprints and other technical documents
-Experience utilizing ERP software
-Experience with contract negotiation Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
-Good business sense/judgment and a strong foundation of business analytics/financial skills
-Thorough knowledge of contract negotiation, purchasing and supply chain management
-Must have good computer skills including ability to work within MRP systems -Excellent verbal and written communication skills
-Ability to set priorities to meet internal & external customer demands
-Results oriented, self-motivated, flexible, and able to adapt in a fast-paced, changing environment Must be able to handle multiple tasks and projects simultaneously
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