Sourcing Engineering Manager

Sourcing Engineering ManagerIt takes a lot of parts and pieces to create a gravity-defying product! As our Sourcing Engineering Manager, you'll shape the future of our global supply chain strategies and be at the forefront of driving innovation and efficiency throughout our operations by:Strategic Sourcing & Supplier ManagementExecuting global sourcing strategies that support business objectives for cost, quality, delivery, and supply continuity while contributing to the long-term supplier roadmapMaintaining short term and 3-5-year road maps for sourcing strategies around projects with business cases to support resource allocation across the businessBuilding and developing options for future high-performing global supplier network, with emphasis on expanding capabilities and identifying world class supplier options, including low-cost countries, to support growth, cost competitiveness, and supply resilienceLeading supplier identification, qualification, and onboarding activities, including capability assessments, PPAP, First Article Inspection (FAI), and production readinessDeveloping strategic supplier partnerships that foster innovation, continuous improvement, and long-term value while mitigating global supply chain risksCost Reduction & Project LeadershipLeading global cost reduction initiatives through strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, value engineering, total cost of ownership (TCO) analysis, and regional sourcing optimizationPartnering with Engineering to identify design-for-manufacturability and cost optimization opportunities early in product developmentManaging sourcing activities for New Product Development (NPD) projects from concept through production launch, ensuring supplier readiness, risk mitigation, and milestone achievementLeading initiatives that improve supplier performance, optimize global sourcing opportunities, and strengthen supply chain capabilityEstablishing and executing sourcing specific project charters and support documents for companywide initiativesCross-Functional Collaboration & Team LeadershipLeading, coaching, and developing a team of Sourcing Engineers while fostering technical expertise, commercial acumen, and project management skillsPartnering closely with Engineering, Purchasing, Manufacturing, and Quality to align supplier capabilities with business objectives and production requirementsDeveloping sustainable global sourcing and supplier development processes that integrate Engineering and Purchasing, ensuring a seamless transition from product development and change of supplier into productionDriving measurable improvements in supplier quality, delivery, cost, and manufacturing capability through structured supplier development initiatives across a global supply baseConducting supplier audits, and corrective action activities to ensure compliance with company standards and continuous improvementStandardizing supplier development processes and aid in establishing performance metrics to ensure long-term supplier performanceWhat you need to succeed:MUST-HAVESBachelor's degree in supply chain, engineering or a similar related field5-10+ years of progressive experience including:Global Sourcing, Procurement and Supply Chain ManagementHands-on mechanical or systems engineering experience with a mechanical productContract negotiation experienceExperience mentoring, leading, and developing a teamFast paced New Product Development supportFerocious attention to detail and "won't take no for an answer" attitudePassion for working with people and getting a good dealBe professional, responsive, resourceful, flexible and well-organizedStrong verbal and written communication skillsBe results driven and of unquestionable integrityA valid passport with the ability to travel international as requiredNICE-TO-HAVESPurchasing experience in machining, forging and/or castingSix sigma or lean manufacturing certificationsExperience working with NetSuiteTechnical manufacturing or engineering backgroundMore details you'll want to know:This is an onsite position 5 days a week. You'll be based in our Leesport, PA (alternately Fort Myers, Florida) facility and report to the Director of Global Sourcing. Travel expected both domestic and internationally up to 30% of the time.Why you'll love it here:It's true that we make extraordinary products, but our favorite part about Seakeeper is our people! We love the culture we have built and are aggressively protective of our team atmosphere.

This is why we value your cultural fit as equally as we value your technical contributions. With a palpable passion for what we do, we work hard, move fast and are constantly pushing (or should we say crushing) boundaries. That means there is no room for jerks! We operate with the nimbleness and growth mindset of a scrappy startup. Throughout the organization, we take ownership and accountability for our ultimate team success by openly and actively seeking out constructive feedback on how we can improve.

We believe great ideas can strike at any moment, and when you have one, you're empowered to speak up! Fast-paced and hands-on don't even begin to describe what you'll experience here. That means you have the freedom to make a difference and contribute to the larger goal, regardless of your position. The only constant at Seakeeper is change, and we thrive on it!Who we are:71% of our Earth is covered by water and we want everyone to make the most of it. That's why we are on a mission to create products that transform the boating experience with an organization that employees want to work for, customers want to buy from, and vendors want to partner with.

Founded in 2008, we have grown from a start-up operation to the worldwide leader in marine motion control. The journey began with our gyrostabilization technology, which eliminates up to 90% of boat roll and creates a land-like experience on the water. This technology went from an unknown commodity to a must-have boating requirement in the first decade. In 2022, we added another jaw-dropping technology to our portfolio with the launch of Seakeeper Ride, a first-of-its-kind Vessel Attitude Control System which eliminates underway pitch and roll, making time on the water safer and more comfortable for everyone onboard. In summary, we are in the business of creating gravity-defying products that completely change the way people spend their time on the water…and we are just getting started!