Polaris

Sourcing Lead

Plymouth, MN, USA

No sponsorship$85k-$95kDetected 1 day ago

Project ManagementNegotiationSupply ChainHRPerformance ManagementLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationProblem SolvingOrganizational SkillsProcurement

About the role

You will use market analysis, negotiation, and supplier performance management techniques to identify opportunities and mitigate supply chain risks.
You will also help ensure supplier readiness and alignment throughout product development and production lifecycle activities.

Manage relationships with assigned suppliers and establish new supplier partnerships to support effective communication, alignment, and business objectives.
Implement commodity strategies by incorporating business objectives, internal customer requirements, supply chain priorities, risk considerations, and growth plans.
Develop and execute cost reduction initiatives, including fact-based negotiations, market analysis, should-cost modeling, supplier transitions, and contractual cost savings commitments.
Monitor and drive supplier performance related to quality, delivery, capacity, and lead times to support production requirements and operational goals.
Manage project cost, schedule, technical requirements, and drawing release status while leading corrective actions when needed.
Support supplier quality investigations by assisting with root cause analysis, containment activities, and corrective action implementation.
Conduct make-versus-buy analyses and support sourcing decisions through data-driven evaluations.
Coordinate resources and schedules across multiple departments to support product development, launch, production, and ongoing manufacturing operations.
Problem Solving: You identify issues, assess root causes, and implement practical solutions that balance speed, quality, and risk.

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, or a technical field.
Minimum of 4 years of purchasing or related professional experience.
Knowledge of supplier performance management, cost reduction methodologies, and negotiation practices.
Ability to read and interpret engineering documentation and technical data.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present information to leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.
Experience using project management tools and supporting cross-functional projects.
Ability to travel 5-10% as required.
To qualify for this position, former employees must be eligible for rehire, and current employees must be in good standing.
Experience developing and managing supplier relationships and sourcing activities.
Demonstrated organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
This position is not eligible for sponsorship.
The starting pay range for Minnesota is $85,000 to $95,000 per year. Individual salaries and positioning within the range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills, and geography. While individual pay could fall anywhere in the range based on these factors, it is not common to start at the high end or top of the range.
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We empower employees to take on challenging assignments and roles with an elevated level of responsibility in our agile working environment.
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