Sourcing Manager- Direct Materials

Description This is a hybrid position requiring the team member to be onsite for 3 days per week. No relocation assistance is provided for this opportunity. At West, we’re a dedicated team that is connected by a purpose to improve patient lives that has been at the center of our Company for more than a century. Our story began when Herman O. West solved the problem of supplying penicillin in mass quantities to the US Government during World War 2. Through our work to deliver thousands of life-saving and life-enhancing injectable medicines to millions of patients daily, West’s indelible mark on the healthcare industry has just begun. A name started our story. How will yours help write our future? There’s no better place to join an inclusive community of professionals with opportunities for lifelong learning, growth and development. Supported by benefit programs, we empower the physical, mental, emotional and financial health of our team members and their families. We believe in giving back to help those in need in the communities where we live and work. And are equally committed to creating a healthier environment and planet through our sustainability efforts. Job Summary In this role, Sourcing Manager- Direct Materials is responsible for developing and executing sourcing & category strategies for assigned direct material categories, which may include metal components, chemicals, polymers, packaging materials, components and other direct material categories. Working closely with Engineering, R&D, Quality, Supply Chain, Operations, and Finance, the Sourcing Manager plays a key role in supporting business growth, new product development, operational excellence, and long-term competitiveness. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded sourcing professional who enjoys working cross-functionally and influencing decisions across a global organization. Essential Duties And Responsibilities Develop and execute sourcing strategies for assigned direct material categories. Manage supplier selection, performance, and strategic relationships to ensure supply continuity, quality, competitiveness, and innovation. Lead commercial negotiations, including contracts, pricing agreements, and long-term supply arrangements. Deliver cost reduction, value engineering, and productivity initiatives to achieve savings objectives. Monitor market trends, commodity movements, and raw material cost drivers to support sourcing decisions. Partner with Engineering, R&D, Quality, Supply Chain, Operations, and Finance to support business objectives, new product development, and product lifecycle requirements. Develop and implement supplier risk management and business continuity plans. Analyze spend, supplier performance, and market intelligence to identify opportunities and drive continuous improvement. Act as the primary sourcing lead for assigned categories and provide recommendations to key stakeholders. Education Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, Business, Engineering, or a related discipline or equivalent experience required. Work Experience 5+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, category management, or supply chain within a manufacturing environment. Experience sourcing direct materials. Experience across metals, chemicals, polymers, resins, packaging materials, fabricated parts, assemblies, or similar categories is advantageous. Demonstrated success in supplier negotiations, supplier relationship management, and cost reduction initiatives. Experience working cross-functionally with Engineering, Quality, Operations, Supply Chain, and Finance. Preferred Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Experience within medical device, pharmaceutical, life sciences, or other regulated manufacturing environments. Knowledge of direct material supply markets and sourcing best practices. Experience managing global suppliers. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including data analysis, modelling, pivot tables, and reporting. License …

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