Manages the negotiations of contracts and relationships with vendors. Implements policies and metrics to ensure that savings goals are realized. Works with technical buyers, engineers and managements. Focuses on implementing and executing strategies within sourcing. Frequently advises others on complex matters. Resbonsible for interacting with cross functional team including but not limited to R&D, Product managers, Legal Supply Chain, Commodity Managers, Suppliers Quality, Trade Compliance, EHS, Manages New Product from sourcing perspective.