Senior Strategic Sourcing Manager-NPI

Company: CommScope
Location: Mountain View
Posted on: January 13, 2022

Job Description:

In our -always on ' world, we believe it 's essential to have a genuine connection with the work you do.Are you driven, detail-oriented and have experience supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) in the electronics industry? Due to company growth and customer demand, we are looking for a Strategic Sourcing Manager NPI to join our team in Sunnyvale, CA.How You'll Help us Connect The WorldThis team member will take on project strategy and lead teams to implement efficient supply chain methods for both existing and new product introduction with the goal of launching production at optimum costs and the right supply chain.This role will execute total cost of ownership analysis, risk analysis, supplier interviews, RFP/RFQs, supplier selection, site audits, qualification, cost negotiations, establishing contracts/non-disclosure agreements and strategic supplier development.The Strategic Sourcing Manager will make recommendations for the use of Contract Manufacturers vs. In-House manufacturing for the supply of finished products and be an integral part of the overall supply chain strategy. We're looking to you to:

• Contribute to development and execution of procurement strategy leading to the best cost, quality, and supply chain results possible.
• Drive early supplier and category team involvement with new designs from the concept stage onwards, ensuring product design is optimized.
• Handle product Bill of Materials (BOM) costs from concept to final production launch, ensuring that cost targets are achieved.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver cost reduction opportunities on existing and new products.
• Lead procurement extended teams including global category teams, site procurement and EMS procurement to negotiate and drive optimum costs.
• Drive supply chain risk mitigation through multi-sourcing and vendor relationship management.
• Conduct detailed cost analysis of components and employ -Should Cost ' models
• Lead product RFP process and align cross-functional teams on supplier selection.
• Assist in corporate negotiations for global vendor base.
• Ensure continuous improvement of processes and systems.Required Qualifications for Consideration
  • Bachelor 's degree in Business or Mechanical or Electrical Engineering,
  • Eight or more years of procurement experience with 3-5 years working with EMS/ODM.
  • Demonstrated project management skills and the ability to lead cross functional teams.You Will Excite Us If You Have
    • MBA or Master's of Engineering degree.
    • Experience in networking industry and familiarity with wireless and switch products.What happens after you apply?Learn how to prepare yourself for the next steps in our hiring process by visiting https://careers.commscope.com/how-we-hire -Why CommScopeCommScope is pushing the boundaries of communications technology. For more than 40 years, we 've been leaders in innovating 5G, private networks and Gigabit speeds everywhere - we're always anticipating what 's next. Developments such as the Internet of Things, seamless connectivity, Cloud and 5G introduce new requirements and demand creative thinking. With our unmatched expertise in copper, fiber, and wireless infrastructure, our global clients rely on us to outperform today and be ready for the needs of tomorrow.CommScope is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including people with disabilities and veterans. To learn more visit careers.commscope.com/eeo6600366003

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