Strategic Sourcing

Title: Strategic Sourcing Specialist            

Department: Supply Chain

Reports To: Director of Supply Chain

Location: Any office or manufacturing locations (Reno, NV; Juarez, MX; Williamsport, MD; Alachua, FL, Rochester, NY)

Classification: Exempt

Annual Salary: $70,000 - $85,000 DOE

Position Summary

ASSA ABLOY Fenestration is seeking a dynamic Strategic Sourcing Specialist to accelerate and optimize sourcing activities and processes in an effort to drive key procurement initiatives.

To be successful in this role, you must be comfortable working with little supervision, have excellent attention to detail, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills. This role reports to the Director of Supply Chain but will receive additional direction by working closely with the Engineering, Operations, and Product Development teams.

Essential Job Functions

You will play a crucial role in optimizing our supply chain by developing and executing sourcing strategies that align with urgent business needs. You will identify efficient, high quality, and cost-effective sourcing options, enabling you to lead supplier negotiations and manage vendor relationships throughout the supplier onboarding process.  Collaborating cross-functionally with Engineering, Operations, Compliance, and Product Management teams, you will ensure the timely acquisition of goods and services while maintaining compliance with company policies and industry standards. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Develop and implement strategic sourcing strategies to support business objectives and reduce total cost of ownership
• Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers based on quality, cost, delivery, and sustainability criteria through issuance of RFP/RFQ’s
• Lead contract negotiations and manage supplier agreements to ensure favorable terms and compliance
• Monitor supplier performance and conduct regular reviews to ensure service level expectations are met
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Compliance, Finance, Operations, and Engineering to align sourcing activities and execute value engineering initiatives
• Understand market trends and supply chain risks to proactively and effectively identify sourcing opportunities and mitigation strategies
• Maintain accurate records of sourcing activities, contracts, and supplier performance metrics
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying process efficiencies and cost-saving opportunities

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Professional certifications such as CIPP, CPSM, CSCP, or PMP 
• 3+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or engineering 
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes as well as tooling and molds 
• Ability to read technical product drawings and semi-complex BOM’s 
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and project management skills 
• Proficiency in sourcing tools and ERP systems  
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Knowledge of trade compliance, supplier risk management, and global sourcing practices 
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities  
• Above average ability with Microsoft Excel  
• Fluency in Spanish 

Education & Certification

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, Engineering or a related field 

About ASSA ABLOY Fenestration

ASSA ABLOY Fenestration is the result of the integration of two heritage brands—Caldwell (established 1888 in Rochester, NY) and Interlock (founded in New Zealand in 1961)—under the global ASSA ABLOY umbrella. Renowned for proprietary, high-performance hardware solutions, the company leads in window and door innovations: from advanced hung window balances and sash lock systems to multipoint, smart security and hardware for sliding, casement, awning, swing, and folding door applications. ASSA ABLOY Fenestration is committed to a culture built on empowerment, innovation, and integrity, and is supported by the extensive resources of ASSA ABLOY—over 50,000 colleagues across 70+ countries.

Company Statement

ASSA ABLOY Fenestration, LLC. is committed to the policy of Equal Employment Opportunity.  This policy expressly prohibits discrimination on the bases of sex, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, genetic predisposition or carrier status, veteran status or status as a member of any other protected group or activity. 

We are the ASSA ABLOY Group
Our people have made us the global leader in access solutions. In return, we open doors for them wherever they go. With nearly 63,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries, we help billions of people experience a more open world. Our innovations make all sorts of spaces – physical and virtual – safer, more secure, and easier to access. 

As an employer, we value results – not titles, or backgrounds. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions – supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally.

As we welcome new people on board, it’s important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences.