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Job Title: Sourcing ManagerJob Description

The Sourcing Manager will develop and implement strategies for best practices regarding cost, risk, and schedule balance for assigned commodities. This role involves delivering complex, custom-engineering solutions to a diverse customer base with challenging schedules and cost boundaries. The incumbent will have project management and commodity buying responsibilities that may vary upon business needs.

Responsibilities

+ Lead and manage overall supply chain activities for assigned projects from OTO (offer to order) to OTC (order to completion).

+ Create, control, and execute project-related optimized sourcing strategies to ensure project success and risk mitigation.

+ Review customer specifications and provide procurement-related comments as needed.

+ Perform market analysis and negotiate with suppliers on technical and commercial issues to ensure effective procurement at or below market levels or cost estimates.

+ Coordinate and align purchasing activities with the global Material Group Manager.

+ Review, control, forecast, and report the status of the project purchasing budget and activities during project review meetings.

+ Provide customer-focused assistance to internal customers, especially in association with key projects and requirements.

+ Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.

+ Purchase materials and services in accordance with established policies and procedures.

+ Develop collaborative relationships and strategic alliances with suppliers to promote quality improvement and cost reductions.

+ Support special project activities for the team as assigned by the Director of Supply Chain.

Essential Skills

+ 5+ years of strategic procurement experience, specifically in project-based, custom projects.

+ Experience dealing with schedules, deadlines, etc., within procurement.

+ Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.

+ ERP system experience.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Ability to build networks and work in a cross-functional environment with different suppliers.

+ Proficient negotiation skills.

+ Self-directed and detail-oriented with a problem-solving mindset.

+ Proficient work ethic with a positive attitude.

Work Environment

This is an onsite position at the production facility. You will work with 3-4 other team members onsite and report to the Director who is located in Canada. The position operates on a flexible 1st shift, but you must be onsite between 9:00 am and 3:00 pm. The dress code is business casual. This direct placement opportunity offers growth potential into a management role overseeing team members.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of York, PA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $100000.00/yr.

Insurance & Health: Voith provides health, dental, vision, and life insurance. Financial & Retirement: A 401k plan with company match and contributions, along with retirement plans, is available. Family & Parenting: Maternity and paternity leave, as well as family medical leave, are offered. Vacation & Time Off: Vacation and paid time off, including paid holidays and bereavement leave, are provided. Professional Support: Job training and development opportunities are available. Health & Wellness: Voith encourages healthy lifestyles with programs and discounts. Flexible Work Models: Voith offers flexible work models to accommodate individual needs. Other Perks: They also emphasize an exchange and feedback culture, support for childcare and caregiving, and a focus on further training and development.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in York,PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 26, 2026.

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.