Sourcing & Procurement Lead

Logistics, Sales & Operations · Supply Chain & Transport · Procurement

In short

ASSA ABLOY Global Solutions is looking for a Sourcing & Procurement Lead responsible for strategic sourcing, supplier relationships, and procurement to support manufacturing and business operations. This role involves negotiation, MRP-driven planning, and inventory management to enhance cost, quality, delivery, and supply continuity.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute sourcing strategies to improve total cost, product quality, delivery performance, and supply continuity.
Lead RFIs, RFPs, RFQs, bid analysis, supplier selection, and negotiations.
Identify, evaluate, and qualify alternate and second-source suppliers for critical materials.
Manage supplier relationships, performance scorecards, and business reviews.
Monitor supplier capacity, material markets, price movements, and potential disruptions.
Lead cost-reduction opportunities and partner with Finance to track savings.
Manage the purchase order lifecycle, from requisition to closure.
Review ERP/MRP demand signals and convert needs into purchase orders.
Establish and maintain appropriate safety stock and stocking parameters.
Track open orders and supplier delivery commitments; expedite critical components.
Verify that purchased goods and services meet specifications.
Identify and reduce excess, obsolete, and slow-moving inventory.
Collaborate with Sales, Operations, and Production Planning on material availability.
Partner with Engineering and Product Management on component selection and product changes.
Work with Finance and Accounts Payable to resolve discrepancies and improve cost visibility.
Maintain accurate purchasing and inventory transactions in NetSuite.
Use Excel and ERP reporting to monitor performance and recommend process improvements.

Requirements

At least five years of relevant experience in sourcing, procurement, purchasing, supply chain, or materials management.
Hands-on supplier and purchasing responsibilities.
Demonstrated success negotiating supplier terms, managing vendor relationships, and delivering measurable cost, quality, or delivery improvements.
Practical experience with MRP-driven purchasing, inventory management, replenishment planning, and ERP/MRP systems.
Strong Excel, analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Ability to manage competing priorities and follow through on commitments.

Desired Qualifications

Experience sourcing electronic or electromechanical components.
Experience working in manufacturing, industrial products, or a similar technical environment.
Hands-on experience with NetSuite.
Experience with alternate-source development.
Experience with supplier performance reporting.
Commercially astute negotiator with strong ownership, supplier-management judgment, and accountability for results.
Data-driven and detail-oriented.
Communicates effectively and works collaboratively across technical, operational, and financial teams.

Benefits

Generous and competitive total rewards package.
Career-development resources to expand skills and maximize potential.
Supportive and accessible leadership and a values-based culture.
Empowerment and opportunities to contribute to business improvements.
Access to development and career opportunities across a global company.
Competitive compensation and benefits.
Annual bonus opportunity.
401(k) plan.
Education assistance.

Skills

MRPERPExcelNetSuite

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