Supplier Relationship Manager, Key Technology

Supplier Relationship Manager (SRM) – Key Technology Commodity

This position is part of the Integrated Supply Chain Organization and will be located onsite in Portsmouth, UK or Bad Kreuznach, Germany. The SRM will own supplier relationships for the assigned supplier group within the Key Technology Commodity category under the leadership of the Sr. Key Technology Commodity Manager. They will support key technology commodity strategy formulation and execution.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Supplier Relationship Management (40%): identify and evaluate potential suppliers, conduct supplier assessments, attend supplier meetings/visits, maintain strong relationships with key suppliers via SBRs, collaborate with cross‑functional teams (engineering, manufacturing, materials, quality), LTA negotiations and manage contract administration, improve Supplier OTD, and support site inventory target management.
• Project Management (30%): project funnel ideation and cost‑saving project execution, own Strategic Sourcing visual management (DVM), stay updated on emerging technologies/materials/best practices in Key Tech commodities and supply chain management, monitor market trends & industry developments to identify opportunities for innovation/cost savings/risk mitigation, partner with Supplier Quality to execute supplier qualifications (FAIR, PPAP, etc.), optimize supply chain design to maximize adherence to DMS principles and IMAG.
• Customer (Internal & External) Relationship Management (15%): collaborate with Ops, R&D, Engineering, Quality, Sales, Product Management, support external customers as necessary, and drive OTD.
• Strategy Execution (15%): delivery of the Key Technology Commodity Strategy, dual/multi‑sourcing to avoid single‑source dependency, supporting new product development sourcing strategies.
• Domestic/International travel required.

Essential Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Procurement, Supply Chain, or Engineering, with 3+ years’ experience in Sourcing, Purchasing, or Supplier Relationship Management focusing on Key Tech commodities.
• Strong knowledge of Key Tech market, including materials, processes, pricing dynamics, and supplier landscape.
• Proven track record of negotiating contracts, reducing costs, and improving supplier performance.
• Ability to travel 30% internationally.

Preferred Experience

• Building, maintaining, and fostering relationships with internal cross‑functional stakeholders and suppliers.
• Ability to adapt, think critically, and problem‑solve under pressure.
• Continuous improvement in manufacturing.
• Global sourcing experience for a global manufacturing company.

This job is also eligible for bonus/incentive pay.