Specialist Lead, New Product Sourcing

Overview

Shure is looking for a Specialist Lead, New Product Sourcing who will support new product development teams from concept design to production launch.

In this role, you will establish the supply chain for assigned new product teams and ensures that appropriate sourcing strategies are implemented for each commodity.  You wil also ensure material availability for product launch activities and oversees the material transition into production.  As well as, support commodity sourcing strategies and communicates product team needs to commodity teams. 

This role will be Hybrid based out of our Niles, IL Corporate HQ. 

Responsibilities

• Manages/leads/supports Purchasing’s role in New Product Development with the R&D department for assigned projects.
• Implements commodity strategies that align with long-term company objectives for global sourcing.
• Negotiates with suppliers to meet project target costs.
• Coordinates material availability for all product development-related activities
• Ensures supplier readiness, in coordination with the overall project schedule, for new product launch and manages the transfer of new components to the Tactical Purchasing Group after release.
• Schedules and manages all purchasing meetings and supplier communication for new products.
• Coordinates and manages the tracking of Phase In/Phase Out programs, in an effort to control obsolescence and ensure new production components are delivered on a timely basis, as needed.
• Maintains unique parts lists/sourcing matrix for new parts and parts list for obsolete materials.
• Establishes monitors and reports component costs for new product development teams.
• Tracks, analyzes, and recommends course of action for cost reduction opportunities in product development activities
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Technical (Engineering), or related field; professional designations or certifications by recognized Purchasing organizations preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of experience using skills as a seasoned, experienced professional in Purchasing, and/or Supply Chain, involving the ability to quantify and evaluate manufacturing processes and technologies to ensure cost-effective solutions for purchased components and new product cost parameters
• Working knowledge of manufacturing processes
• Experience in working on new product development efforts preferred
• Has a full understanding of industry practices and/or company policies and procedures
• Able to work on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data or situations requires evaluation of identifiable factors
• Ability to read a blueprint / specifications
• Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions for difficult assignments and of diverse scope.
• Demonstrated negotiation skills
• Strong interpersonal, communication, problem-solving, and project management skills
• Strong organizational and planning skills
• Competence with MS Office software
• Experience using ERP software, SAP preferred
• Ability to travel as needed (up to 20%), including internationally

Applicants for this position must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Shure will not sponsor applicants for this position for work visas.

WHO WE AREShure’s mission is to be the most trusted audio brand worldwide – and for nearly a century, our Core Values have aligned us to be just that. Founded in 1925, we are a leading global manufacturer of audio equipment known for quality, reliability, and durability. We engineer microphones, headphones, wireless audio systems, conferencing systems, and more. And quality doesn’t stop at our products. Our talented teams strive for perfection and innovate every chance they get. We offer an Associate-first culture, flexible work arrangements, and opportunity for all.Shure Incorporated is headquartered in Niles, Illinois, with remote and hybrid opportunities throughout the United States. We have more than 35 regional sales offices, engineering hubs, and manufacturing facilities throughout the Americas, EMEA, and Asia.THE MIX MATTERSDon’t check off every box in the job requirements? No problem! We recognize that every professional journey is unique and are committed to providing an equitable candidate experience for all prospective Shure Associates. If you’re excited about this role, believe you’ve got the skills to be successful, and share our passion for creating an inclusive, diverse, equitable, and accessible work environment, then apply!PAY TRANSPARENCYShure offers a competitive compensatio