Overview As a Sourcing Specialist, you will lead strategic sourcing for assigned commodities and services, ensuring procurements align with Howmet policies and deliver value. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to engage suppliers early in development and manage total cost of ownership to meet cost targets. Your work builds strong supplier relationships, ensures on-time deliveries, and maintains high quality. This role offers impact through cost optimization, supplier development, and cross-company partnerships in a global aerospace context. You will help shape supplier strategies and contribute to Howmet's manufacturing excellence. Compensation / Benefitsmedical, dental, and vision401(k) matching programpaid holidays and vacationpaid parental leavelife insurance and disability coveragetuition assistance and professional development ResponsibilitiesLead strategic sourcing for assigned commodities and projectsDevelop sourcing strategies based on market conditions and technology roadmapsNegotiate terms with suppliers and manage long-term agreementsIdentify potential suppliers and create sourcing roadmaps for stakeholdersAnalyze supplier quotes with total cost of ownership and should-costsIdentify and implement cost reductions for new and series productionManage supplier relationships and address performance gapsCollaborate with supplier quality and cross-functional teams to resolve issuesPresent leadership sourcing strategies aligned with programsCoordinate purchasing across Focus Factories and ensure best practicesProcess requisitions, issue POs, and manage procurement lifecycleEnsure safety, environmental compliance, and adherence to company policies Key requirementsBachelor's degree in business, engineering, supply chain, production management, logistics, or related4+ years of manufacturing procurement experienceExposure to lean manufacturingStrong knowledge of electronic business enterprise systemsExcellent interpersonal and negotiation skillsUnderstanding of manufacturing processes and experience sourcing steel, aluminum, electro/electronic and mechanical componentsAnalytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skillsAbility to manage large, complex supplier portfolios and resolve disputesStrong written/verbal communication and program management capabilitiesNew Product Introduction experience preferredinterpersonal skillsnegotiationproblem-solvingelectronic business enterprise systemsTotal Cost of Ownership analysiscost breakdown analysis
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