Sourcing Manager Electronics

Are you are enthusiastic about driving positive change and eager to shape the future of technology in a dynamic, international environment? Then we invite you to join our Sourcing Team as a Sourcing Manager Electronics.

Summary

As a Sourcing Manager Electronics you are responsible for sourcing highly complex and innovative technologies for cutting-edge projects and you develop and drive the execution of the Category Strategy. All of this is done while outperforming on commercial and technology level and minimizing risk on quality and logistical level. Per (sub-) Category you are managing relationships with vendors and manufacturers while capturing cost reductions and developing and executing the category strategy.

Key responsibilities:

• Co-define and execute the short- and long term strategy for your category

• Engage with and support the different Program-teams in the Prodrive organization to drive the business priorities such as supply continuity, cost, quality and technology advancement

• Manage regular contact with strategic suppliers

• Drive and lead commercial and contractual negotiations

• Take the lead in escalations when needed and support the SQE and purchasing team when needed

• Act as a coach/mentor to Sourcing colleagues in situations like escalations and in processes like strategy development

• Lead business reviews with suppliers to drive strategic objectives and manage performance

• Develop the category supply base, identify the need for in- and decremental suppliers

• Scout and develop new suppliers and phase out redundant suppliers.

What we offer

• A performance-based salary that grows with your results

• 33 vacation days (including public holidays) plus 13 additional ADV days per year to support a healthy work–life balance

• Pension plan and travel allowance for on-site working days

• Focus on personal development with a tailored growth plan

• Wide career advancement opportunities across various technical roles and projects

• A young, entrepreneurial, and innovative company culture

• Flexible working hours in a 24/7 environment, with free lunch or dinner on-site

• iPhone, laptop, and other necessary tools to help you perform your work optimally

• Free sports facilities on campus to help you stay healthy and fit.

What you bring

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Business Administration, or a related field

• Team player with strong communication skills (English is essential)

• Excellent presentation, communication and negotiation skills, up to executive level

• Supplier relationship management proficiency, able to demand strongly in a constructive manner

• Entrepreneurial combined with a win-win attitude

• Able to obtain buy-in from internal (executive) stakeholders

• 5+ years of experience in a similar role in supply chain, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
  
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About Prodrive Technologies

We are committed to developing technologies that make an impact. Through our innovative solutions, we contribute to a future in which people can thrive, resources are used optimally, and connectivity brings the world closer together. Our portfolio includes more than 500 unique products across disciplines such as analog and digital electronics, RF technology, mechatronics, and high-end computing.