Senior Manager of Sourcing and Procurement

What You Will Be Doing:

The Senior Manager of Sourcing and Procurement is responsible for developing and managing Helion's external suppliers. This position requires a strategic thinker to effectively manage supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, and ensure timely and cost-effective acquisition of goods and services. You will collaborate cross-functionally, drive cost savings initiatives, and maintain compliance with relevant policies and regulations. You will report to our Director of Operations at our Everett, WA, office.

You Will:

• Deliver goods and services to support Helion projects and timelines
• Develop and implement strategic sourcing strategies to ensure the procurement of quality goods and services
• Conduct market research to identify potential suppliers, assess their capabilities, and negotiate favorable terms
• Establish and maintain relationships with suppliers to ensure reliability, quality, and cost-effectiveness
• Evaluate supplier performance and implement improvement plans as necessary
• Lead negotiations with suppliers to secure advantageous terms, pricing, and contractual agreements
• Develops and maintains budgets for Supply Chain; coordinates with other department leaders for budget development
• Review contracts, ensuring compliance with legal and organizational standards
• Work closely with internal stakeholders to understand budgetary requirements and constraints
• Develop material planning capabilities in the Sourcing & Procurement team
• Ensure all sourcing and procurement activities adhere to relevant laws, regulations, and organizational policies
• Provide guidance to the Sourcing & Procurement team, fostering a collaborative work environment that builds with urgency
• Conduct performance reviews, set goals, and mentor team members for professional development
• Continuously assess and enhance sourcing and procurement processes, systems, and metrics for increased efficiency and effectiveness
• Enhance sourcing and procurement individual contributor tasks as needed to support the team

Required Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or business
• 10+ years' experience in operations, production, or purchasing departments; including 3+ years in sourcing and procurement roles
• Experience managing buyers and strategic sourcing in a hardware-based company
• Ability to stay organized and exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Experience managing complex inter-departmental projects
• Experience on both technical and operational sides of a company

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