Strategic Sourcing Manager at 3D Systems in Rock Hill, South Carolina

Job Description:

STRATEGIC SOURCING MANAGER

WHO WE ARE:

More than 30 years ago, 3D Systems launched the 3D printing industry and has been leading additive manufacturing innovation ever since. Today, our diverse, global workforce brings innovation, performance, and reliability to every interaction - empowering our customers to create physical products at a digital pace. 3D Systems' solutions address a variety of advanced applications in healthcare and industrial markets such as medical and dental, aerospace & defense, automotive, and durable goods.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

Lead NPI and Transitions projects with EMS PSL suppliers. Lead company-wide objectives by leveraging world-class EMS suppliers for high quality, low cost supply lines of finish goods. Implement global procurement contracts to affect corporate-wide objectives.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Lead EMS Supplier RFQs, the supplier selection and award process
• Lead NPI Sourcing Projects, accountable for Phase Gate deliverables
• As part of the NPI RFQ process, direct the Sourcing of the most competitively priced: BOM, tooling/fixtures, Compliance, Samples, NRE and design services
• Lead cost-cutting and streamlining programs such as implementing rapid replenishment programs (VMI or consignment programs)
• Lead Should Cost and Should Take analytics to attain the best marketplace value
• Negotiate and implement Supplier Agreements (Development Supply Agreements, Binding Agreements, Pull System Agreements and SOWs)
• Lead supplier performance clause recourse as needed (e.g. Warranty, Delivery etc...)
• Develop and facilitate major supplier relationships
• Lead cross-functional team on supplier Common Assessments Audits to evaluate process capabilities, manufacturing capacity, QC procedures, technology leadership, managerial and financial stability.
• Direct early supplier involvement initiatives in the design of new products
• Leverage existing suppliers for maximum benefit upon awarding NPI, Transitions and Sustaining projects gaining incremental benefits of cost and delivery terms for 3DS
• Establish and manage aggressive cost reduction programs for assigned responsibilities
• Create and maintain KPIs to track performance trends
• Pull spend data from various systems, perform data analysis in Excel, and make recommendations through created PPT presentations to senior leaders
• Develop and leverage relationships with internal customers through open communication and follow-up
• Promote synergism between Sourcing, Research and Development Engineering, Design Engineering, Advanced Manufacturing, and Manufacturing to drive products down faster learning curves
• Solicit the input of all Sourcing personnel (Forecast, Buying, SIOP etc... ) in negotiating both EMS and key commodity supplier partnerships, devising objectives and strategies
• Lead the development, implementation, and maintenance of the Preferred Supplier List
• International and domestic travel required; lead morning and late night calls as needed with global team

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business or Engineering
• 10+ years Supply Chain experience with progressive responsibility
• High Business acumen and attention to detail
• International travel and sourcing experience, foreign language knowledge preferred (Spanish or Mandarin)
• Green Belt Certification

• Advanced degree, preferably an MBA in Business or Engineering
• CPM/CPSM and/or APICS certification
• Wide sourcing experience with mechanical, electro-mechanical, and electronics exposure desired
• Previous knowledge or experience with REACH, ROHS, WEEE, CalProp 65 etc...
• Previous experience with turn-key finish goods sourcing and buy/sell sourcing
• Strong contract negotiation skills with precise written communication
• Excellent teaming abilities
• Strong communication and leadership skills dealing with a global cross-functional team
• Aptitude to work comfortably in a highly matrix organizational environment
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple assignments with various deadlines
• Experience implementing rapid replenishment programs (VMI or consignment programs)

Make a meaningful difference

Founded in 1986, we are the original pioneers of 3D printing. Today, we have a diverse global team that is at the forefront of shaping the entire additive space that spans everything from aerospace to healthcare. What we're doing in digital manufacturing is changing lives and transforming how the world makes things. It's a big responsibility to have this type of impact. And it's where we thrive.

Be you, at your best

We care about treating people right and we know that life is more than work. This is why we approach rewards and benefits at a personal level so that you have the resources you need to take care of yourself and be you, at your best.

Below are a few of the rewards and benefits we offer:

• Comprehensive health plans
• Generous paid parental and bereavement leave
• Hybrid work practices for better work/life balance
• Industry leading vacation practices
• Paid volunteer time
• Retirement savings plan with employer matching
• Engaging employee recognition program
• Opportunities to grow and develop