Strategic Sourcing Manager - Memory (Remote US or Hopkins MN preferred)

Since 1985, Digi International has been a pioneer in wireless communication, forging the future for connected devices and responding to the needs of the people and enterprises that use them. Before the Internet of Things was a thing, we built M2M and IoT devices, adapted to evolving network standards, and optimized data communications around the most advanced protocols and emerging technologies. From radio frequency modems to gateways, cellular routers, networking devices, embedded system-on-modules (SOM) and single-board computers (SBCs), Digi's solutions have continually grown to serve an extensive breadth of applications across the IoT landscape. Today, our IoT offerings include sensor-based solutions, a sophisticated platform for remotely monitoring device deployments of any size, anywhere, as well as professional design, implementation and certification teams to help you carry out your vision, no matter how large or small.

This role can be located anywhere in the US but Hopkins, MN is strongly preferred.

Position

The Strategic Sourcing Manager role is a member of the Supply Chain Strategic Sourcing team. This team is responsible for partnering with key stakeholders across all business units to develop global sourcing strategies for all key categories.  Establish a best-in-class global sourcing footprint, act as the subject matter expert for their respective categories, actively support the business in new product development and help the respective business units to meet their business objectives. As a member of this team, you will work within a dynamic environment that provides a high-level of exposure and influence. In this role, you will manage the overall spend within the categories that are assigned to you. You will develop, communicate, and implement comprehensive category strategies that drive cost reductions, improve supply continuity and help drive overall supply chain efficiencies.  Primary focused semiconductor category would be Memory. 

What You Will Do

• Technology expert - Responsible for developing detailed global category strategies. Categories will typically be high in spend and will impact multiple business units and may also be highly technical in nature.
• Work with CFT (cross functional teams) as needed
• Alignment of category strategy to business requirements and objectives
• Optimize supply base globally
• Build strong relationships with key supplier contacts
• Conduct supplier negotiations, supplier selection, life cycle management
• Prepare business reviews of commodities both internal and external review
•  Responsible for overall continuity of supply and active risk mitigation. Work with suppliers to resolve quality, delivery, capacity and other issues as required.
• Cost Savings opportunities
• Other

Who You Are and What You Bring

• Knowledge of the semiconductor business, specifically Memory focused
• 5+ years in a manufacturing global organization
• 3-5 years’ experience in strategic sourcing role
• Ability to management multiple project / priorities simultaneously, planning, time management skills
• Strong negotiation skills
• Strong MS Office skills
• Travel up to 30% globally as needed

*Please note that we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. This includes, but is not limited to, work visas, employment-based visas, or residency sponsorship. Candidates must have valid work authorization in the United States at the time of application. Visa applications of any kind will not be considered.

Digi International offers a distinctive Total Rewards package including a short-term incentive program, new hire stock award, paid parental leave, open (uncapped) PTO, and hybrid work environment in addition to our competitive medical, health & wellbeing and compensation offerings.

The anticipated base pay range for this position is $95,000 – $149,000. Pay ranges are determined by role, job level and primary job location.  The range displayed reflects the reasonable range we anticipate paying for this position and reflects the cost of labor within several U.S. geographic markets. The specific salary offered within the range will depend on various factors including, but not limited to the candidate’s relevant and prior experience, education, skills, and primary work location.  It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each position. Pay ranges are typically reviewed and updated annually.

At Digi, we embrace diversity and inclusion among our teammates. It is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. We are committed to providing an environment of respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates.