Strategic Sourcing Manager (Electronics / PCBAs)

In this role you will shape the electronics and PCBA sourcing strategy for the global Power Tools business. You will partner with Engineering, R&D, Quality, and Operations to drive cost-efficient, compliant supply and ensure continuity. You will lead PCB and component sourcing through product development, improve supplier performance, and manage lifecycle risks. This is a cross-functional, international position with a focus on strategic impact and supplier leadership.

• Competitive compensation
• 30 days of annual leave
• Attractive employee benefits and corporate discounts
• Bike leasing option
• International and collaborative work environment
• Opportunities for professional development and training","Flexible working arrangements, including home office options

• Drive PCB sourcing during product development and serve as the interface to Engineering teams
• Lead sourcing of PCBAs and electronic components, especially during product development phases
• Manage supplier selection, development, and performance, including commercial negotiations
• Develop and implement sourcing and category strategies aligned with business objectives
• Ensure targets for cost, quality, lead time, and supply continuity are achieved
• Manage component lifecycle risks, including obsolescence and transition scenarios
• Drive supplier development, qualification, and relationship management activities
• Contribute to cost reduction, working capital, and supplier consolidation initiatives
• Act as subject matter expert for PCBAs and electronic sourcing across the organization

• Bachelor’s degree in S upply Chain, Procurement, Engineering, or related field
• Several years of experience in Strategic Sourcing / Procurement, ideally in electronics
• Experience in industrial manufacturing environments (low-volume / high-mix)
• Proven experience in sourcing PCBAs and electronic components
• Strong supplier management and negotiation skills
• Ability to develop sourcing strategies considering cost, lead time, and supplier risk
• Experience managing component lifecycle and supplier-related transitions
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred) and advanced Excel skills
• Fluent in German and English

• strong negotiation and stakeholder management
• cross-functional collaboration
• strategic thinking
• ERP (SAP)
• advanced Excel
• PCBAs and electronics sourcing