Specialist Sr Strategic Sourcing

In our ‘always on’ world, we believe it’s essential to have a genuine connection with the work you do.

Technology is reshaping the way we live, learn and thrive. In this "always-on" world, we believe it is important to have a genuine connection with the work you do. The epicenter of this transformation is powered by the world's most sophisticated networks - the connectivity we create. Our experienced employees are rethinking the purpose, role and use of our networks across the globe; to increase bandwidth, expand capacity, improve efficiency, speed deployment and simplify migration. From sports arenas to state-of-the-art data centers - we provide opportunities where you can innovate and create, while growing and developing your career. Come connect to your future. 

You Will Make an Impact By: 

Sources complex direct materials (e.g. packaging, labels, heatshrink and tubing, tapes) with suppliers that are capable of meeting the service, quality, NPI and cost requirements.
Identifies categories for strategic sourcing agreements and conducts cost/price analysis for all products under their jurisdiction with emphasis on high dollar and sole source situations. Establish negotiation strategies. 
Work to identify opportunities for cost reductions in support of annual cost reduction objectives.
Ensures that all sourcing is based on negotiated competitive bids as submitted by qualified suppliers and in alignment with Should Cost targets (where available). 
Maintains positive working relationship with supplier base and leads the regularly scheduled Business Reviews with suppliers. Continue to analyze and assess the adequacy of our supplier base for each category and to develop additional sources of supply where deemed advantageous.
Conduct cost/price analysis for all products under jurisdiction. Analyze historical commodity trends and contribute to the development of projected commodity strategy.
Where applicable supervise the activities of reporting Buyers. Responsible for personnel management in terms of prioritizing staff workloads, develop and train direct reports to ensure high skills levels.
Some travel will be required with this role.
Where applicable, please refer to the Company's "Schedule of Authority" in order to identify approved spending levels.

Required Qualifications for Consideration
• Candidate must have or is actively securing a certification in the procurement area (like C.P.M. or CPIM). 
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Engineering or Business 
• Proficient in English Language (written and spoken).
• Presentation skills on all levels.
• A minimum of 8 years of procurement or relevant experience.
• Extensive knowledge of product line under area of procurement.
• Must have knowledge of all product lines and associated manufacturing processes under area of responsibility.
• Has experience of at least 5 major procurement categories/commodities. 
• Experience in purchasing technical commodities requiring close interface with engineering.
• Successfully demonstrated negotiation skills.
• Well versed in cost/price analysis techniques.
• ERP Experience.
• Experience using Microsoft office tools.

You Will Excite Us if you Have
• Professional purchasing qualification.
• SAP experiences.

Why CommScope
In today’s always-on world, we are pushing the bounds of communications technology. We are building better connections and shaping future networks. For more than 40 years, we’ve been leaders in innovating the network infrastructure of the future. Developments such as the Internet of Things, flawless connectivity, and 5G introduce new requirements and demand creative thinking. With our unmatched expertise in copper, fiber, and wireless infrastructure, our global clients rely on us to outperform today and be ready for the needs of tomorrow. Our upbeat work environment attracts forward-thinking, hardworking, and caring people who strive to build what’s next. We provide our employees with opportunities where they can innovate while growing their careers. We flourish with change and know the value diversity plays in bringing forth new insights and generating better solutions.

 Why CommScope:

CommScope is on a quest to deliver connectivity that empowers how we live, work, and learn. Our employees push the boundaries of communications technology that enables game-changing discoveries like 5G, the Internet of Things, and gigabit speeds for everyone, everywhere. With our unmatched expertise in copper, fiber, and wireless infrastructure, our global clients rely on us to outperform today and be ready for the needs of tomorrow. 

If you want to grow your career alongside bright, passionate, and caring people who strive to create what's next…..come connect to your future at CommScope.

CommScope is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO), including people with disabilities and veterans. If you are seeking an accommodation for the application or interview process, please contact us to submit your request at talentacquisition@commscope.com. You can also learn more about CommScope’s accommodation process and EEO policy at careers.commscope.com/eeo