Director, US Steel - Sourcing

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in sourcing, or strategic category management. Steel/metal experience preferred but not mandatory.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or a related field.
• Advanced negotiation skills and strong understanding of US commercial contracts.
• Manufacturing and logistics background required.
• Ability to communicate and present sourcing strategies at executive level.
• Ability to lead multi-cultural teams and thrive in an international environment
• Preferred:
• Experience in contract manufacturing.
• Experience in renewable energy, solar, or industrial equipment manufacturing.
• Exposure to US and international steel trade
• Availability to travel approximately 30%.
• Skills & Competencies
• Technical & Analytical
• Strong strategic mindset
• Proficiency in total cost of ownership modeling, should-cost analysis, and supplier performance analytics.
• High attention to detail in contracts, specifications, and commercial terms; disciplined approach to risk and compliance.
• Collaboration & Communication
• Excellent communication skills to translate sourcing strategy and market dynamics to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Proven ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, supply chain, logistics, finance, and commercial teams.
• Executive presence and strong relationship-building skills with senior supplier stakeholders.
• Ability to communicate steel sourcing strategy to senior executives of the company and represent it.
• Execution & Project Management
• Strong organizational skills; ability to prioritize and manage multiple negotiations, initiatives, and time-sensitive project needs.
• Ability to operate under pressure and ambiguity while maintaining rigor, speed, and accountability.
• Demonstrated ability to drive continuous improvement and deliver measurable results across cost, quality, and delivery.
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