Sourcing Manager (Direct)
NewBe an early applicantA career with EROAD offers the unique opportunity to work in a fast-growing organisation that is at the forefront of intelligent transport solutions - enhancing road safety, improving productivity, and reducing environmental impact. EROAD's mission is to deliver intelligence you can trust, for a better world tomorrow.
We're looking for a commercially minded Sourcing Manager (Direct) to lead strategic sourcing activity across Direct Commodities and Contract Manufacturer management, while supporting broader sourcing and supply chain priorities across our growing global business.
About the Role
Reporting to the Chief Supply Chain Officer, this role is responsible for developing and executing direct sourcing strategies, managing supplier and Contract Manufacturer relationships, leading commercial negotiations, and ensuring supplier capability supports both current and future business requirements.
You will work closely with internal stakeholders and suppliers to lead RFQ/RFP processes, assess supplier markets, manage sourcing risks, and support commercial decisions that drive value, quality, and supply chain performance.
What You'll Be Doing
Develop and execute sourcing strategies for Direct Commodities, Contract Manufacturers, and assigned supplier categories
Lead supplier and CM identification, evaluation, selection, onboarding, and ongoing commercial relationship management
Lead RFQ, RFP, tender, and negotiation processes to secure competitive pricing, favourable commercial terms, and appropriate supplier commitments
Analyse spend, demand, supplier markets, cost drivers, and supply risks to identify sourcing opportunities and improvement initiatives
Partner with Supply Chain, Finance, Engineering, Product, Legal, and Operations teams to ensure sourcing decisions meet business, technical, commercial, and compliance requirements
Manage Contract Manufacturer relationships, performance reviews, capacity, cost, service levels, and supply risks in partnership with internal stakeholders
Monitor supplier performance, market movements, cost trends, quality issues, and supply risks, escalating and mitigating issues as required
Build and maintain supplier pipelines and alternative sourcing options to improve resilience and continuity of supply
Support make-buy, end-of-life, obsolescence, and supplier transition decisions in consultation with Engineering, R&D, Product, and Supply Chain teams
Maintain accurate sourcing, supplier, contract, and commercial information to support governance and reporting
What You'll Bring
A commercially minded and proactive approach, with the ability to balance cost, quality, service, innovation, and risk across Direct Commodities and Contract Manufacturer relationships
Strong communication skills, with the confidence to present sourcing, supplier, and commercial information clearly to stakeholders at all levels
A collaborative working style, with the ability to build strong relationships and influence outcomes across cross-functional teams and external suppliers
An analytical and data-led mindset, with a natural ability to identify opportunities and drive continuous improvement
Strong accountability and the drive to manage multiple sourcing initiatives through to completion
The ability to work effectively under pressure, adapt quickly, and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
A positive, can-do attitude with a total quality mindset and a determination to deliver results
5+ years' experience in sourcing, procurement, strategic supplier management, category management, Direct Commodities, CM management, or a similar supply chain role
Why You'll Love Working at EROAD
EROAD is a true Kiwi success story in the tech sector! Publicly listed since 2012, we're represented on the NZX and ASX and continue to grow rapidly across New Zealand, Australia, the Philippines, and the USA.
At EROAD, we value diversity and are proud to be a multicultural organisation. Our people are at the heart of everything we do - we foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and belonging where you can bring your ideas to life.
Join EROAD and be part of a purpose-driven organisation that's shaping the future of connected transport - we can't wait to hear from you!