CommScope

Strategic Sourcing Specialist, NPI

CommScope$70K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Three or more years in procurement roles
  • Experience sourcing complex mechanical components
  • Familiarity with ERP systems
  • Willingness to work full-time in Shakopee, MN
  • Knowledge of sourcing in multiple categories

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with the NPI team on new product launches
  • Source complex materials from qualified suppliers
  • Negotiate cost reduction opportunities with Design Engineering
  • Initialize RFQ processes with suppliers
  • Lead cross-functional teams for supplier due diligence
  • Conduct cost/price analyses and develop negotiation strategies
  • Assist with supply chain setup for raw materials and finished goods

Benefits

  • Exposure to innovative product development
  • Opportunity to work in a collaborative team environment
  • Engagement with diverse supplier partnerships
  • Potential for professional development and certification opportunities
  • Fast-paced work culture emphasizing speed and efficiency
Full Job Description
We are adding a Strategic Sourcing Specialist in Shakopee, MN, to work on new products! If you have a strong background in sourcing multiple types of categories, this role may be for you! Join a team passionate about launching new products and connecting with outside suppliers.

How You'll Help Us Connect the World:

This role is responsible for completing broad assignments involving the sourcing of components and raw materials, which require knowledge or experience in procurement and supply chain roles focusing on new product introduction. Supports introducing new products by sourcing materials at the right price and using the right supply chain from the beginning of production. Owning the Supplier Selection Process in support of NPI to help develop sources of supply to meet project/product requirements. Written and verbal communication are critical for providing a concise summary and overview of the supply chain chosen for the best cost, lead time, quality, and service level metrics.
  • Collaborates with the NPI cross-functional project team to coordinate and deliver New Product Development, bringing new products to market across the company.
  • Sources complex materials (e.g. injection molding/tooling, metal fabrications, fiber connectivity products, cabling, copper apparatus/connectivity products, and similar technologies) from suppliers who meet service, quality, and cost requirements and work with manufacturing site buyers or category management leads to source new products.
  • Coordinates with Design Engineering to identify and negotiate cost reduction opportunities on existing and new products, ensuring early DFM engagement with suppliers.
  • Initialize the RFQ process with suppliers to share confidential drawing packages and forecasts.
  • Lead a cross-functional team, including quality, technical, and finance, to conduct due diligence on new suppliers and add them to the approved vendor list.
  • Conducts cost/price analysis for all products within a multiple bidding approach, emphasizing cost value and creating multi-sourcing supply to mitigate risk. Establish negotiation strategies.
  • Assist with supply chain setup to support suppliers in sourcing the right raw materials. Working with contract manufacturers to source finished goods.
  • Maintains positive working relationships with supplier partners. Ensures that the Supplier KPI's governing quality, delivery and NPI performance are considered before sourcing material from a particular vendor.
  • Capability to lead multiple new projects concurrently to ensure supplier selection is completed within the timeframe required to meet market entry deadlines. Speed is essential for improving revenue and customer opportunities. Will be working in a fast-paced environment where internal customer needs must be identified early on to ensure success.
  • Ensures that all sourcing is based on negotiated competitive bids submitted by qualified suppliers and aligned with Should Cost targets (where available).
  • Establish all relevant work activities to set up selected suppliers for raw materials or finished goods. Work closely with Site or Category managers to hand over from NPI to general availability

Required Qualifications for Consideration:
  • Three or more years of demonstrated ability in procurement
  • Experience in sourcing complex major procurement categories/commodities on the mechanical side, such as plastic components, fiber optics, and packaging.
  • Experience with ERP systems
  • Ability to work in our Shakopee, MN office five days a week

You Will Excite Us If You Have:
  • CIPS, C.P.M. or CPIM certifications
  • SAP

What Happens After You Apply:

Learn how to prepare yourself for the next steps in our hiring process by visiting https://jobs.commscope.com/content/How-We-Hire/?locale=en_U

About CommScope

CommScope Enterprise Solutions, a division of CommScope, Inc., offers a complete portfolio of network infrastructure solutions that enable enterprise customers, regardless of size, industry or IT budget, to take advantage of business and technology opportunities. The division's SYSTIMAX® and Uniprise® product lines offer voice, data, video and converged solutions ranging from mission-critical, high-bandwidth and emerging applications to applications that demand unrelenting reliability and quality for everyday needs. Backed by CommScope Labs, the product lines are delivered through a global channel network of industry-leading BusinessPartners and distributors, ensuring a consistent and high-level of service and support worldwide. CommScope, Inc., concentrates on developing and providing infrastructure solutions for communication networks. Its Andrew Wireless Solutions™ brand specializes in radio frequency subsystem solutions for wireless networks. Through its SYSTIMAX® and Uniprise® brands, CommScope focuses on network infrastructure solutions, delivering a complete end-to-end physical layer solution, including cables and connectivity, enclosures, intelligent software and network design services for business enterprise applications. The company is also a manufacturer of coaxial cable for broadband cable television networks and one of the leading North American providers of environmentally secure cabinets for DSL and FTTN applications.

CommScope Careers

Joining CommScope means becoming part of a global team that believes in providing the infrastructure that connects people and technologies through every evolution. Our company is a leader in coaxial cable technology and a pioneer in the communication industry. At CommScope, we are committed to fostering an environment of diversity and inclusion, where innovative ideas lead the way and leadership is cultivated from within.

Work You’ll Do

At CommScope, you’ll collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the industry to shape the future of communication technology. Our team is at the forefront of innovation, designing solutions that empower networks and communities around the globe. With a career at CommScope, you are positioned at the intersection of technology, creativity, and impactful work.

Explore Job Opportunities and Growth

CommScope offers a variety of job opportunities that encourage professional growth and development. Whether you are looking for a full-time position or an internship, CommScope provides the tools and resources needed to advance your career and enhance your skills. Our commitment to professional growth is evident in our robust training programs and our dedication to promoting leadership from within.

Be Part of Our Team

Our team at CommScope is driven by a shared commitment to excellence and a culture that values teamwork, integrity, and responsibility. We are hiring creative and solution-driven team players who are ready to contribute to our mission of innovation and connectivity. Working at CommScope gives you access to global resources and a network of professionals dedicated to maintaining our leadership in the industry.

Benefits and Culture

CommScope is dedicated to supporting our employees with a comprehensive benefits package that enhances their life and work. Our culture is one of continuous learning and improvement, where each team member is encouraged to push boundaries and explore new ideas. Employment at CommScope offers more than just a job; it provides a pathway to a fulfilling career and a chance to make a difference in the world of technology.

Internship Programs

Kickstart your career with a CommScope internship, where you can apply your classroom knowledge to real-world scenarios. Our internships provide a platform for learning and development, offering hands-on experience that builds the foundation for a successful career. Interns at CommScope gain invaluable industry insights and professional networking opportunities that are integral to personal and professional growth.

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At CommScope, your career is just the beginning of a journey filled with leadership opportunities, innovative projects, and a chance to contribute to one of the most important sectors in the tech industry. Explore how far your talents can take you with a company that is all about connecting the world.
Learn more about CommScope
Size
30,000 employees
Market Cap
$1.4 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$573.4 million
Founded
1976
5 Year Trend
+11.8%
Revenue
$8.4 billion
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