Senior Strategic Sourcing Manager
About BRINC:
At BRINC, we are redefining public safety with an innovative ecosystem of life-saving tools. Our journey started with the development of drones and ruggedized throw phones, designed to access unsafe areas and establish communication to de-escalate situations. Today, we've expanded into creating and deploying 911 response networks, where drones are dispatched to 911 calls to provide real-time visual data, enhancing safety and enabling de-escalation-focused responses. Our cutting-edge solutions are utilized by over 600 public safety agencies across America and the company has raised over $150M from investors, including Index Ventures, Motorola Solutions, Sam Altman, Dylan Field, Mike Volpe, Alexandr Wang and more. At BRINC, we are committed to recruiting the world's best talent to join us in our mission to support first responders in saving lives.
About this Role:
The Senior Strategic Sourcing Manager is responsible for overseeing the sourcing and procurement process, which includes managing supplier relationships across multiple regions. This role involves strategic sourcing, negotiation, and procurement of goods and services to ensure cost-effectiveness and quality. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in global supply chain management, excellent negotiation skills, and the ability to work with diverse suppliers and stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Sourcing:
Partner with a range of stakeholders including engineering, finance, manufacturing, and others to develop and implement global procurement strategies that meet organizational objectives.
Conduct market research and analyze industry trends to proactively identify risk mitigation opportunities while reducing total acquisition cost.
Build and maintain strong supplier relationships. Monitor supplier performance, ensure compliance with contractual agreements, and resolve any issues related to component quality.
Lead strategic negotiations, including term sheets, procurement agreements, statements of work, and others.
Procurement Operations:
Manage the end-to-end procurement process including requisition, order placement, and delivery tracking.
Analyze procurement data to identify cost-saving opportunities and optimize purchasing processes.
Ensure procurement activities comply with legal and regulatory requirements.
Reporting and Analysis:
Prepare and present procurement reports, metrics, and analysis to senior management.
Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to procurement activities.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field or 5+ years of relevant experience.
Proven experience in global procurement, sourcing, and supplier management.
Strong negotiation and communication skills.
Ability to analyze data and make informed decisions.
Proficiency in procurement software and Microsoft Office Suite.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Skills:
Master's degree or MBA in business, operations, supply chain management, or related field.
Experience driving process improvements.
Knowledge of international trade regulations and compliance.
BRINC Culture Values:
Try the hard stuff
Be innovative - Invent the future
Move fast
Listen to end-users
Strive for excellence
Don’t build a dystopia
Be frugal
Save lives through technology
If you’re interested in this role and in joining BRINC, we hope you’ll apply. We’d love to review your application and get to know more about you!
BRINC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that is resolute in cultivating an environment that promotes safety, diversity, inclusion and equity. We’re committed to hiring the best talent — regardless of race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances — and empowering every employee so they can do their best work. If you have a disability or special need, please let our recruiting team know - we strive to provide appropriate accommodation and assistance.
Benefits and perks listed below may vary based on the nature of your employment with BRINC and/or the country within which you work
Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans for our employees and their families
401K plan
Maternity and paternity leave
Flexible Time Off (Exempt) / Paid time off (Non-Exempt)
Flexible work environment
Orca pass (for those in Puget Sound)
Free parking (Seattle office)
Free snacks, drinks and espresso (Seattle office)