Strategic Sourcing Manager

Summary

Join Meteor Education as a Strategic Sourcing Manager and lead sourcing, supplier relationships, and performance management for key suppliers. You will develop new sources, improve supplier performance, and generate cost savings. Collaborate with the sales team to identify priorities, conduct market analysis, and create sourcing strategies. Key responsibilities include sourcing and evaluating suppliers, managing relationships, and implementing performance improvement plans. You will also lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance Meteor’s supply chain. The ideal candidate possesses a collaborative mindset, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and a proven track record of success.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field
• 3-5 years of experience in strategic sourcing, manufacturing, distribution, or supply chain management role
• Professional certification in supply chain management (e.g., CPSM, CSCP)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills and negotiation experience
• Demonstrated success working collaboratively with cross-functional teams
• Proficiency with data analysis tools such as Excel, Tableau, or other relevant software

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the sales team and conduct analysis to identify priority categories, products, and markets to develop sourcing strategies. Define sourcing objectives, identify resources needed, and plan project timelines
• Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers that meet the company's quality, cost, and delivery requirements. Conduct market research to stay informed about industry trends and potential new suppliers
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure long-term partnerships and effective communication. Support negotiation of contracts and agreements to secure favorable terms and conditions. Conduct supplier meetings to ensure alignment to strategy and progress with corrective and improvement actions
• Monitor and evaluate supplier performance, including quality, delivery, and cost metrics. Support escalation of recurring or high impact supplier performance issues. Implement corrective action and improvement plans as needed and conduct regular performance reviews to ensure continuous improvement
• Generate new ideas and identify best practices to support the further development and improvement of Meteor’s strategic sourcing function. Lead and support the implementation of new and improved processes

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in a distribution environment is preferred but not required

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Basic Life AD&D (100% employer paid)
• Short Term Disability (100% employer paid)
• Long Term Disability (Not employer paid)
• 401(k) + matching
• Supplemental Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave (8 weeks)
• 2 Volunteer Days
• 9 Company Paid Holidays
• Primary Caregiver Leave (40 hours)
• Employee advocates serving to sustain employee wellness in the workplace