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DSJ Global

Strategic Sourcing Manager

DSJ Global, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States, 19117

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Join a

market-leading medical equipment manufacturer

known for its innovation, quality, and commitment to improving patient outcomes. With a strong global footprint and a collaborative culture, the company is investing in strategic procurement to support growth, improve cost efficiency, and strengthen its supply chain resilience.

About the Role

As

Strategic Sourcing Manager , you'll be a key player in shaping the company's procurement strategy. You'll lead efforts to identify and onboard best-cost suppliers, manage vendor relationships, and drive cost savings across direct material categories. This is a

high-impact, hybrid role

offering flexibility and visibility across the organization. You'll work closely with cross-functional teams-including engineering, operations, quality, and finance-to align sourcing decisions with product development, manufacturing needs, and business goals. Your work will directly influence product cost, supplier performance, and supply chain agility.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Supplier Management Evaluate, select, and onboard suppliers for raw materials such as

steel, metals, plastics , and other direct components. Negotiate

master supply agreements , long-term contracts, and pricing structures. Conduct

quarterly business reviews

with key suppliers to assess performance and drive continuous improvement. Sourcing Strategy & Category Management Develop and execute sourcing strategies for assigned categories, balancing cost, quality, and risk. Lead

supplier consolidation initiatives

to streamline the supply base and improve leverage. Monitor market trends and proactively identify new sourcing opportunities. Cost Reduction & Value Creation Achieve annual

cost savings targets

through strategic sourcing, value engineering, and supplier collaboration. Partner with finance to track savings and ensure alignment with budget goals. Cross-Functional Collaboration Work with engineering to reduce

SKU complexity , standardize drawings, and support design-for-manufacturing initiatives. Collaborate with operations and quality to ensure supplier compliance and readiness. Maintain and update ERP systems with accurate sourcing data and supplier information. Process Optimization & Risk Management Identify and implement

process improvements

to enhance sourcing efficiency and supplier performance. Support

risk mitigation

strategies, including dual sourcing and supplier diversification. Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field. 5-10+ years of experience

in strategic sourcing or procurement within a

manufacturing environment . Strong background in sourcing

raw/direct materials

(e.g., metals, plastics, steel). Experience with

category management , supplier onboarding, and contract negotiation. Proven track record in

cost savings initiatives

and supplier consolidation. Proficiency in

ERP systems

(SAP preferred) and data-driven decision-making. Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and project leadership skills.

What They Offer

Competitive compensation package including

annual bonus and comprehensive benefits . Flexible hybrid work model

with opportunities for remote collaboration. Full support for

career development and advancement

within a growing organization. A collaborative, innovative culture focused on

continuous improvement and operational excellence .