Strategic Sourcing Lead

Job overview

The Strategic Sourcing Lead role is onsite in Charlotte, NC, with an annual salary range of $75,000–$90,000. Approximately 50% travel is expected for supplier visits, qualification activities, and audits. The role partners with Purchasing/Demand Planning, Manufacturing, Engineering, and Quality to support production and business needs. The lead develops sourcing strategies, qualifies and manages suppliers, negotiates commercial terms, and addresses supply risks. This work supports production continuity, product cost, supplier quality, and long-term supply-chain resilience.

What you'll do

• Identify, evaluate, qualify, and develop suppliers
• conduct supplier visits, assessments, and audits
• develop category sourcing strategies
• negotiate pricing and commercial terms
• monitor supplier performance
• mitigate supply risks and develop alternate-source plans
• drive cost-reduction initiatives
• support new product introduction
• align sourcing with demand and inventory objectives
• collaborate on supplier issues and corrective actions
• and maintain sourcing documentation.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

strategic sourcing lead

charlotte nc

power probe group

supplier qualification

supplier development

negotiation

category strategy

cost reduction

supply-chain risk

manufacturing

new product introduction

50% travel

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Approximately 50% travel is expected. Experience with electronic components, global sourcing, supplier audits, and new product introduction is preferred.

About the employer

Power Probe Group Inc is hiring for this role. Industry: Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services. Sector: 54.