We have an exciting opportunity for a Strategic Sourcing Manager position in Chesapeake Virginia!
Qualifications:
- Must have a Bachelor’s degree in a related field with 7+ years of relevant experience, or high school diploma with 10+ years of direct strategic sourcing experience
- Minimum 5 years of experience in the marine and/or defense industry with vendor sourcing and management responsibilities
- Possess strong knowledge of U.S. government and defense shipbuilding supply chains
- Experience managing vendor and parts data within ERP systems (e.g., Deltek Costpoint)
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Ability to lead teams, solve complex problems, and manage multiple priorities effectively
- Strong communication, critical thinking, and organizational skills
Job Duties entail but are not limited to:
- Develop and execute strategic sourcing and purchasing activities to meet company performance goals
- Identify, vet, qualify, and manage vendor relationships, including long-term agreements, subcontracts, and purchase orders
- Supervise and support a team of buyers, ensuring performance, accountability, and professional development
- Coordinate with Business Development, Program Management, Product Development, and Supply Chain teams to support sourcing strategies and mitigate vendor risks
- Collaborate with corporate supply chain teams on vendor selection, evaluation, and process development
- Review requisitions and purchase orders for accuracy in pricing and lead times prior to issuance
- Expedite materials and services to ensure timely delivery and operational support
- Maintain vendor performance metrics, records, and reporting (e.g., on-time delivery, open orders, small business reporting)
- Manage parts master data, including creation and maintenance within ERP systems
- Support vendor audits, compliance requirements, and resolution of non-conformities in coordination with QEHS
- Ensure adherence to export compliance policies and supply chain procedures
Schedule:
Pay:
- $97,000 to $140,000/year based on experience
Company Benefits Include:
- Medical and Dental Insurance
- Vision
- HSA and FSA
- Life/AD&D/Disability/Critical Illness/Accident/Hospital Indemnity
- Paid Time Off
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Medicare Education
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
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