Work ScheduleStandard (Mon-Fri)Environmental ConditionsAdherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety StandardsJob DescriptionIn this critical role, you will support the implementation and execution of strategic sourcing initiatives that enable business growth and operational excellence. You will partner closely with suppliers as well as Site Manufacturing, Quality, and R&D teams to ensure supplier capabilities align with technical and quality requirements, while collaborating globally with Category Management, Operations, and R&D leaders.You will play a key role in New Product Development and Introduction (NPDI) programs by leading supplier technical evaluations, qualifications, and approvals in alignment with divisional and global category strategies.This newly created position will actively contribute to initiatives focused on best-in-class supplier development, continuous improvement, and sourcing operational excellence.Your TasksEvaluate and qualify supplier capabilities and support the approval of new direct materials and assemblies, including audits, performance monitoring, and continuous improvement activities aligned with industrial best practicesBalance day-to-day execution with strategic initiatives to deliver cost-reduction and value-creation projectsCollaborate cross-functionally with Commercial, Engineering, SPCI, Manufacturing, Quality, and Project teams to drive key deliverables through effective communicationProvide technical and commercial support to Commodity Buyers to enhance manufacturing process awareness and product knowledgeDevelop and apply technical cost analysis tools and methodologies to identify cost-reduction and manufacturing improvement opportunitiesMonitor supplier performance and conduct risk-based assessments of critical suppliers, supporting their advancement toward best-in-class performanceIdentify and recommend material, design, and process changes to improve cost, productivity, and scalabilityParticipate in sourcing programs to identify, qualify, and recommend suppliers aligned with product and business needsLead or contribute to cross-functional teams supporting product transfers, re-sourcing, and outsourcing initiativesMonitor emerging sourcing and manufacturing technologies to improve productivity and drive savings.Audit and support supplier improvements in quality systems, manufacturing processes, and technical capabilitiesEducationBachelor’s degree in Engineering requiredMaster’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering, or Electrical Engineering preferredExperience5–8 years of experience with PCBA, electro-mechanical assemblies, power and thermal management, cable assemblies, or complex electronic equipment from a development, testing, or sourcing perspective5–7 years of experience developing, qualifying, and managing global suppliersStrong hands-on experience with fabrication, coating and painting, joining processes, and the assembly and integration of electronic equipmentExperience with advanced manufacturing processes such as extrusion, sheet metal forming, solid-state bonding, cladding, and powder depositionProficiency with enterprise and engineering tools supporting sourcing and engineering functions, including ERP systems, CMD tools (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, ANSYS), RCA/CAPA tools, Visio, and Microsoft OfficeKnowledge, Skills & AbilitiesDeep understanding of manufacturing processes across multi-commodity, multicultural supplier environments (PCBA, machining, coating, sheet metal, injection molding, and contract manufacturing)Ability to adapt quickly to changing business priorities while maintaining focus on resultsStrong knowledge of strategic sourcing methodologies and their practical application to supplier qualification and audit processesExcellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skillsISO 9001 Auditor certification and IPC-A-610 certification highly desiredHighly analytical with strong problem-solving capabilitiesProven project management skillsWillingness to travel up to 50% within Germany, Czechia, and Europe