Sourcing Manager

Sourcing Manager

The Sourcing Manager will lead strategic sourcing initiatives for components and materials used in BAC's manufacturing processes. This role is responsible for supplier selection, contract negotiation, cost reduction, risk mitigation, and ensuring continuity of supply. The ideal candidate will have strong negotiation skills, and a proven track record of managing complex supplier relationships in a high-volume manufacturing environment.

Principal Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for key categories
• Identify, evaluate, and onboard suppliers
• Lead RFQs, RFPs, and supplier negotiations
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and quality teams
• Monitor supplier performance
• Ensure compliance with domestic content regulations
• Support new product development
• Maintain accurate supplier records
• Participate in supplier audits
• Assist with annual cost planning
• Conduct spend analysis and cost auditing
• Document process improvements
• Perform other duties as assigned

Nature & Scope

The position is an important member of the Corporate Supply Chain Department. The Sourcing Manager reports to the Sr. Strategic Sourcing Manager. As a procurement professional, expertise may be requested to participate on local or regional project teams. The expectation is to operate as an influencer and technical/subject matter expert.

Knowledge & Skills

• Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related field
• APICS certification (CSCP/CPIM) a plus
• 510 years of experience in sourcing or procurement within a manufacturing environment
• Proven negotiation and contract management skills
• Effective written communication
• Demonstrated oral communication skills
• Competent in working with ERP systems
• Knowledgeable of the procurement process
• Strong competency with Root Cause Analysis techniques
• Ability to prioritize, self-manage, and work on multiple projects
• Ability to travel for supplier audits and industry events

Working Conditions

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. The position is predominantly an office function and has exposures consistent with an office role with extended periods seated, standing, walking, and entering information on a computer. While performing this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk up to 25% of the time. This position requires occasional lifting up to 30 pounds and travel up to 10% of the time.