Sr. Sourcing Manager (Supply Chain) Job

PACCARis a Fortune 500 company established in 1905. PACCAR is a global technology leader in the design, manufacture, and customer support of premium light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF nameplates and provides customized financial services, information technology and truck parts related to its principal business.

Whether you want to design the transportation technology of tomorrow, support the staff functions of a dynamic, international leader, or build our excellent products and services, you can develop the career you desire with PACCAR. Get started!

Requisition Summary 
Negotiate and manage all aspects of PACCAR's relationship with suppliers, including the commercial/contractual requirements with respect to total cost, technology, quality, delivery, customer service, aftermarket support, and logistics. Sourcing Managers are change agents, focused on delivering the highest value to internal and external customers at the lowest total cost.

• Develop, negotiate, and implement strategies resulting in improved Supply Chain performance and enhanced product quality.  
• Investigate, evaluate, and implement new technologies, strategic procurement strategies and logistical opportunities.  
• Negotiate and assure supplier compliance to long-term supply and warranty agreements. 
• Issue formal Requests for Information, Proposals and Quotes (RFI's, RFP's, and RFQ's) and analyze responses to make sound commercial judgments and sourcing recommendations 
• Collaborate with PACCAR operations worldwide to successfully develop and execute global Supply Chain and commodity strategies. 
• Communicate and conduct meetings and formal presentations with suppliers, plant, and division personnel at all management levels.  
• Travel to supplier locations to evaluate capabilities, assess production readiness, investigate new opportunities, improve manufacturing efficiencies and resolve chronic supply and quality issues.  
• Travel to PACCAR's operating locations in support of the above activities.  
• Other responsibilities as assigned.   

• Minimum of 5 years of sourcing, engineering, logistics or related experience.
• Experience with part purchasing, design, manufacturing, Supply Chain management and/or commercial truck or automotive experience a plus
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or related field required. Masters or MBA preferred.  
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in written form to various levels of management and suppliers.
• Possess a good understanding of fundamental contract terms and be able to draft supply contracts.
• Possess an understanding of cost drivers and how changes in those drivers affect cost.
• Ability to perform market research to identify and evaluate potential new suppliers.
• Experienced negotiator with demonstrated favorable results.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel capabilities as well as PC skills (Word, Access & PowerPoint)
• Understanding of aluminum, steel, and plastic parts production processes a plus
• Project Team participation and/or Project Management experience a plus
• Experience with part purchasing, design, manufacturing, Supply Chain management and/or commercial truck or automotive experience a plus

As a U.S. PACCAR employee, you have a full range of benefit options including:

• 401k with up to a 5% company match
• Fully funded pension plan that provides monthly benefits after retirement
• Comprehensive paid time off - minimum of 10 paid vacation days (additional days are provided with additional seniority/years of service), 12 paid holidays, and sick time
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education
• Medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings account (HSA)
• Paid short-and long-term disability programs
• Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• EAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more
• This position is also eligible for a holiday gift.

PACCAR is an E-Verify and Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability. At PACCAR, we value talent and promote growth and development. We carefully consider numerous compensation factors including your education, training, or experience. The salary range for Sr. Sourcing Manager role is $93,000 - $145,500 annually. Additionally, this role is eligible for the full range of benefit options listed above.