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ICON is seeking a strategic and technically skilled Strategic Sourcing Specialist II to drive sourcing and procurement of critical raw materials and consumables as we launch new technologies and expand into emerging markets. This high-impact role will be central to the success of our Titan program, with responsibilities spanning material operations, process mapping, vendor discovery, and new product introduction. Your work will directly influence cost optimization, supplier performance, and product quality. You will collaborate cross-functionally with teams in Material Science, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Program Management to build and maintain a resilient, multi-regional supply chain. Your efforts will also support core planning activities such as supply/demand forecasting and cost modeling.
Job Responsibility:
Lead strategic sourcing and procurement of raw materials and consumables with a focus on cost optimization and risk mitigation
Conduct localized vendor sourcing and outreach to identify and evaluate suppliers based on quality, cost, and delivery performance to support new print systems and market expansion
Run material and equipment cost models and data analytics to inform key strategic decisions for the Operations team
Support regional New Product Introduction (NPI) activities by coordinating with suppliers and internal stakeholders to meet development timelines, production readiness ,and deployment to the field
Support material control and delivery systems to ensure a timely and accurate flow of materials throughout the testing and production process
Evaluate market feasibility of an evolving material delivery business model by analyzing operational, financial, and logistical factors to support strategic decision-making
Develop and execute material supply strategies that align with cost targets and ICON’s long-term vision
Support and enhance supply/demand forecasting processes to ensure accurate internal and external capacity planning across all raw materials and consumables
Benchmark industry trends to inform sourcing decisions, supplier development, and cost modeling
Establish supplier selection criteria and manage the RFQ process in close collaboration with Material Science and Engineering
Negotiate critical supplier agreements to secure best-in-class commercial terms, delivery performance, and flexibility
Manage supplier lifecycle processes including qualification, onboarding, readiness planning, and performance tracking
Resolve supplier-related issues impacting production schedules, including quality, lead time, and capacity challenges
Build and lead a high-performing supply chain team, including Supply Chain Managers and Purchasing Specialists
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, or related technical discipline
5+ years of experience in supply chain management within high-velocity industries
Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills
Demonstrated ability to collaborate with cross-functional technical teams to drive material strategy, cost reduction, and supply resilience
Ability to manage multiple concurrent programs and suppliers in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
Comfortable working autonomously with a bias for action and continuous improvement
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and supply chain modeling
Willingness to travel up to 20%
Nice to have:
Master’s degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain or related field
Familiarity with systems such as Jira, Confluence, and ERP/MRP platforms, specifically with Netsuite integration and training
Experience with construction raw material operations, sourcing, and production