Sourcing Specialist

SAAB is seeking a Sourcing Specialist to support our advanced manufacturing operations in a high-tech defense and security environment. You will identify, evaluate, and develop suppliers for critical components, lead RFQ/RFP processes, negotiate pricing and terms, and manage contracts to ensure quality, cost, and on-time delivery. Working closely with engineering, production, and quality teams, you'll analyze spend data, mitigate supply risk, and drive continuous improvement. This role offers exposure to complex, mission-critical programs and global collaboration in an innovative, learning-focused culture.

Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and qualify suppliers for critical manufactured components and materials

• Lead RFQ/RFP processes, analyze quotations, and recommend sourcing decisions

• Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts to meet cost, quality, and delivery targets

• Monitor supplier performance and drive corrective actions and continuous improvement

• Collaborate with engineering, production, and quality to align sourcing with program needs

• Analyze spend and market trends to identify savings and risk mitigation opportunities

• Maintain accurate sourcing data, contracts, and supplier information in ERP and procurement systems

• Support compliance with regulatory, export control, and security requirements in the supply base Required Skills

• Strategic sourcing

• Supplier negotiation

• Contract management

• Cost analysis and optimization

• RFQ/RFP management

• Supplier performance management

• Manufacturing supply chain knowledge

• Data analysis and Excel

• ERP/procurement systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle)

• Compliance and risk management