Global Sourcing Manager

Position Summary, Responsibilities and Expectations:

Individual contributor who can manage and own aspects of procurement and supply base for Corsair PC peripheral products to ensure optimum cost and delivery. Additionally, the individual should demonstrate leadership potential and be capable of supervising team members when necessary.

Supplier Management

• Coordinate supplier reliability evaluations via supplier visits, analysis of cost reports, supplier P&L statements, D&B reports, quality system audits, and other data; compiles comprehensive supplier visit reports
• Initiate requests for information/proposal/quotation; Analyzes responses, consolidated summary report and formulates recommendations for management/internal stakeholder to review. Drive the supplier selection and onboarding process
• Maintain supplier scorecard with KPI’s that report supplier performance and perform supplier Quarter Business Reviews
• Comprehend Corsair’s business objectives and formulate a supplier management strategy to accomplish those goals. 

Cost Management

• Negotiate with suppliers to obtain most favorable price, schedule, and terms and conditions; Follow  up orders to expedite delivery and shipment as required
• Identify and lead life cycle cost down projects including opportunity management for large-scale upside purchases
• Track spending and cost-savings and set quarterly projections and targets to achieve and set global strategy aligned to business needs
• Capable of recognizing and managing excess and obsolete (E&O) risks, while closely monitoring demand patterns and supplier inventory to mitigate E&O exposure

Sourcing and contract management

• Source new suppliers and expand existing suppliers’ business scope to maintain Corsair’s cost advantages and ensure supply availability. Foster ongoing relationships and win-win partnerships
• Engage in contact management, and negotiate business terms and conditions with suppliers regarding Purchase Price Agreements (PPA), while maintaining awareness of risks. Proactively inform legal teams about potential risks and collaborate to seek support

Cross-functional team collaboration

• Collaborate with new product development/introduction teams, partnering with Engineering, Quality, and Operations teams to ensure timely completion of procurement deliverables
• Regularly engage with individuals in administrative or executive roles within both company and supplier organizations. Obtain and provide information, consulted on complex issues, and maintain positive working relationships with suppliers
• Posse expertise in CM/ODM manufacturing processes, lead times, and operational opportunities.  Leverage internal and external resources to optimize the supply chain and enhance supplier performance, thereby supporting the company in achieving its business goals

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Preferred Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience in related field
• 7+ Years of procurement and negotiation experience
• Must be able to demonstrate a highly successful track record in a commercial environment including significant experience in high-level face-to-face negotiations
• Experience working with a global focus and x-functional teams with various stakeholders
• A strong communicator and team player capable of building relationships at all levels within the organization, strong ownership of supplier accounts and projects
• Proven procurement experience and project management skills