Job Summary: The Strategic Sourcing Specialist will be part of the core Category Management & Strategic Sourcing team, responsible for leading the go-to-market strategy leveraging traditional sourcing processes. Lead the strategic sourcing process for direct and indirect requirements that are of a complex nature, high dollar value and/or critical need. This position typically works under general supervision and direction. This position will regularly exercise substantial decision-making authority.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepares and executes eRFX events to ensure that spend is completed on a consistent basis. At Cubic, we leverage an 8-step sourcing process.
• Lead supplier negotiations and awards contracts in a cost-effective manner ensuring the most favorable price, terms, and delivery.
• Identifies, evaluates, and develops new suppliers within the market based on capabilities required.
• Maintains supplier relationships to build critical partnerships that drive sourcing improvements.
• Undertakes complex sourcing initiatives such as New Production Introduction (NPI) in partnership with engineering and program management.
• Assists Category Management, Business Development, Material Cost Estimating, Contracts, and other departments, as requested, to develop proposals for new business.
• Designs and executes large-scale procurement-saving projects.
• Recommends and guides the purchasing team on the best sources of supply.

Minimum Job Requirements:

• Four-year college degree, or equivalent, preferably in materials management, business administration, technical or closely related disciplines.
• Five (5)+ years of related experience; or 3 years with a Master's degree.
• Strategic sourcing experience using complex sourcing techniques.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, standards, and specifications.
• Ability to conduct and administer complex technical sourcing strategies, perform price and cost analyses for new business proposals, and effectively negotiate and communicate with suppliers and internal customers.
• Must possess solid computer skills including the ability to effectively utilize PC-based word processing and spreadsheet applications.
• Must be able to manage procurement schedules, prioritize many assignments simultaneously, and work under tight deadlines.
• Ability to travel.