Strategic Sourcing Manager

At Chart we design and build some of the worlds most advanced cryogenic equipmentthats how our Cooler By Design tagline was born. But its not just our technology thats cool. Its our people. We solve complex problems as a team making us truly Cooler Together. And with the addition of Howden to the Chart family were Stronger Together too.

Our customers dont simply bring us equipment specsthey bring us challenges. Thats where you come in. From concept and design to installation and commissioning youll help create solutions that support a wide range of industries and applications.

• Launching rockets into space
• Delivering Nexus of Clean solutions for clean water clean power clean food and clean industrials
• Powering the carbonation in your favorite fast-food beverage
• Making nitro coffee and even nitro ice cream possible

Want to see our impact in action Explore Chart City: Were looking for bright driven talent excited to build a career in an evolving highgrowth industry. Along with competitive compensation and meaningful work Chart offers development programs designed to grow future leaders. That could be you. If youre passionate about design engineering and think a career at Chart sounds pretty cool lets talk.

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for designated commodities and supplier categories.
• Identify evaluate and qualify new suppliers to support growth objectives improve competitiveness and strengthen supply chain resilience.
• Lead RFQ and RFP activities supplier evaluations and sourcing decisions.
• Negotiate pricing contracts and commercial terms to achieve the best total cost of ownership while maintaining quality and delivery expectations.
• Analyze supplier quotations cost structures and manufacturing processes to identify and implement cost-saving opportunities.
• Execute annual cost reduction initiatives and drive continuous improvement efforts across the supply base.
• Conduct market research supplier benchmarking and industry analysis to support sourcing strategies.
• Lead supplier rationalization and consolidation initiatives where appropriate.
• Support supplier development activities focused on performance improvement and strategic partnership growth.
• Partner with Engineering and Quality teams during product transfers new product introductions and supplier qualification activities.
• Support make-versus-buy analyses and provide sourcing recommendations to key stakeholders.
• Develop dual-source and contingency plans to minimize supply chain risk.
• Collaborate with Category Management and cross-functional teams on strategic business initiatives.
• Influence stakeholders and gain alignment on supplier selections sourcing strategies and procurement recommendations.
• Assist in the implementation of regional and global sourcing strategies that leverage opportunities across North America and international operations.
• Maintain compliance with company policies procedures safety requirements and ethical business practices

• Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management Business Engineering Operations Management or a related field.
• 3 to 7 years of experience in sourcing procurement commodity management or supply chain management.
• Experience sourcing castings forgings machined parts fabricated components or engineered mechanical components.
• Strong analytical financial and problem-solving skills.
• Experience negotiating contracts and managing supplier relationships.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications particularly Excel.
• Ability to work effectively across multiple functions and business units.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed.

• Experience within an industrial manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of global sourcing strategies and international supply chains.
• Professional certifications such as CPSM CPM APICS/ASCM or equivalent.
• Technical knowledge of manufacturing processes including:
• Permanent mold castings
• Sand castings
• Die castings
• Closed-die forgings
• Open-die forgings
• CNC machining
• Welding
• Surface finishing and coatings

• Primarily office-based work with regular interaction across manufacturing and operational environments.
• Ability to sit stand walk and use a computer for extended periods of time.
• Occasional visits to manufacturing facilities and supplier locations.
• Domestic and international travel as required to support supplier development sourcing initiatives and business operations.
• Use of required personal protective equipment (PPE) when visiting manufacturing or supplier facilities.

At Chart Industries we are committed to solving the worlds toughest clean energy and industrial gas challenges. We value innovation collaboration and continuous improvement providing employees with opportunities to make a meaningful impact while growing their careers. Join a team that is focused on building a world-class supply chain and delivering excellence to our customers around the globe.