Teledyne FLIR Defense is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Manager/Strategic Buyer responsible for developing sourcing strategies to ensure supply continuity and cost-effectiveness in a regulated manufacturing environment. The role involves leading supplier negotiations, managing relationships, and collaborating with various teams to support operational goals
Job Summary
The role is responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies to ensure supply continuity, cost competitiveness, and compliance in a regulated manufacturing environment.
Candidates will lead supplier negotiations, manage strategic relationships, and drive cost-reduction initiatives such as VAVE and should-cost analysis.
Teledyne FLIR Defense seeks passionate innovators dedicated to supporting critical missions with cutting-edge technologies for the defense and public safety industries.
Matching Summary
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Teledyne FLIR Defense is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Manager/Strategic Buyer responsible for developing sourcing strategies to ensure supply continuity and cost-effectiveness in a regulated manufacturing environment. The role involves leading supplier negotiations, managing relationships, and collaborating with various teams to support operational goals.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Strategic sourcing and category management
Supplier negotiation and contract management
Manufacturing environment experience
Cost reduction initiatives execution
Supply continuity and risk mitigation
Nice-to-have
Data-driven decision making skills
Long-term supplier partnership development
Cross-functional collaboration abilities
Passion for mission-driven innovation
Strong analytical and communication skills
Key Requirements
U.S. Citizenship required
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or related field
Minimum 5 years of strategic sourcing experience
Experience in regulated manufacturing environment
SAP or ERP sourcing experience preferred
Work Rights
Must be a U.S. Citizen or eligible for export control license