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Strategic Sourcing Lead

Scheuch USA, Fort Wayne, IN, United States


Scheuch North America, a division of the Scheuch Group, is dedicated to creating clean air and efficient bulk material handling solutions. With the support of its North American brands, CAMCORP and Schust Engineering, as well as leveraging cutting-edge European expertise, the company delivers innovative air pollution control and pneumatic conveying technology to clients in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. With nearly three centuries of combined experience, Scheuch North America provides customized, turnkey systems designed for industrial ventilation, dust collection, and bulk material handling. Through a commitment to superior service and expert craftsmanship, Scheuch North America stands at the forefront of technological solutions for cleaner air and safer work environments.

Role Description
The Strategic Sourcing Lead is responsible for executing sourcing strategies that support the company’s operational, project, and aftermarket needs within the air pollution control industry. This role partners closely with the Strategic Sourcing Director to translate strategic priorities into actionable plans, ensuring materials and services are sourced competitively, delivered reliably, and aligned with technical and project requirements.

You will work cross-functionally with engineering, operations, project management, and sales to drive supplier performance, cost optimization, and supply continuity across a global supplier base. This role plays a key part in managing supplier relationships, navigating tariffs and global trade impacts, and building a scalable, high-performing supply chain.

Key Responsibilities

Execute sourcing strategies and lead category sourcing across fabricated components, mechanical systems, MRO, and engineered equipment

Negotiate pricing, contracts, and commercial terms to achieve cost savings and favorable supplier agreements

Manage supplier performance through scorecards, KPIs, and regular business reviews to drive accountability and continuous improvement

Lead supplier selection, qualification, and onboarding to support business and project needs

Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, including capacity constraints, single-source dependencies, and geopolitical impacts

Conduct tariff analysis and support mitigation strategies, including cost impact planning and country-of-origin considerations

Partner with engineering on value engineering and alternate sourcing to reduce costs and improve efficiency

Support project teams with sourcing plans, long lead-time items, and alignment to critical milestones

What We're Looking For

Strong expertise in Supplier Evaluation and Supplier Development to identify, assess, and build relationships with high-performing supply chain partners

5+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or supply chain (manufacturing or engineered equipment preferred)

Strong negotiation and supplier management experience

Working knowledge of global sourcing, tariffs, and trade impacts

Experience developing supplier scorecards and performance metrics

Proficiency with ERP systems, Excel, and data analysis

Ability to collaborate cross-functionally and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

About our Team
We value accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Our team works closely together to solve problems, support each other, and deliver high-quality results for customers. We are looking for someone who is dependable, proactive, and interested in building a long-term career with our organization.

Your Care Package
We offer:

Stable and growing company environment

Collaborative team culture

Exposure to international business operations

This is a hybrid position located in Auburn, IN. No agencies please.

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