Global Sourcing Manager

Overview

Lead global sourcing of off‑the‑shelf electronic and MRO components for water tech.

Key Responsibilities

• sustainable sourcing
• supplier management
• market analytics
• contract negotiation
• cost savings
• cross‑functional collaboration

Tasks

As Global Sourcing Manager, Electronics & OTS Distribution you will engage business budget owners to drive short-term and long-term sourcing activities, including strategic sourcing projects, contract management, supplier negotiations, and relationship building. This position offers opportunities to influence global supply chain strategies and drive organizational transformation through innovative sourcing initiatives. Your efforts will drive cost savings, enhance supplier and budget performance, and ensure seamless procurement operations globally. The scope of this role includes Trojan Technologies distributed off-the-shelf components category including, electronic components, PLCs, hydraulics, fasteners, packaging and MRO. -Integrity and Transparency: Builds trust by adhering to high ethical standards and demonstrating accountability, aligning with Veralto and OpCo Standards of Conduct. -Sustainable Supply Chain Leadership: Champion Veralto’s sustainable supply chain policy and code of conduct. Execute on sustainable supply chain roadmap, supporting cross functional improvement of our products and suppliers. -Supplier Portfolio Management: Ensures continuity of materials while driving improvements in supplier performance, including risk reduction, cost efficiency, quality, and delivery metrics. -Market Insights: Maintain up-to-date knowledge of global market conditions impacting assigned categories. Use data-driven insights to defend and refine sourcing strategies. -Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Veralto and other Operating Companies to design and execute strategic initiatives. Foster internal partnerships across key functions, including Operations, HR, Marketing, Sales, R&D, Legal, and Corporate Procurement, to drive procurement excellence. -Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Management: Cultivate strategic supplier partnerships to drive continuous improvements in quality, delivery, cost, and service. Lead negotiations, manage contracts, and enforce performance standards aligned with organizational goals. Monitor and hold suppliers accountable for performance levels, ensuring alignment with organizational goals. Develop and utilize tools and maintain infrastructure to track and optimize supplier spend effectively.

Requirements

• bachelor's
• erp
• baan
• sbm
• cfsm
• procurement

What You Bring

This position is part of the Global Sourcing team and is located in London, Ontario, Canada. This role is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. -Global Leadership: Possesses deep global business knowledge and adapts strategies to meet the unique needs of diverse regions and markets. -Bachelor's degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related field. -3 years of MRP / ERP materials planning system experience. Baan or LN experience is a plus -VES: Leverage and maintain proficiency in Veralto Enterprise Systems tools, including SBM and CFSM, to drive continuous improvement and promote best practices across the organization. -Problem-Solving: Utilizes logical and structured problem-solving methodologies to address challenges effectively. -Sound Judgment: Makes thoughtful, ethical decisions grounded in analysis, experience, and an understanding of potential impacts. -3 years of experience procuring custom engineered equipment (water treatment industry preferred). -3 years of experience with the usage of electronic sourcing tools for RFI, RFQ, Reverse Auction. -5 years of experience in leading Global Value Sourcing projects – start to finish -3 years of experience working with R&D, New Product Development & Engineering teams in a -Results-Driven: Maintains a strong sense of urgency and consistently takes action to deliver measurable outcomes. -Minimum of 5 years of procurement / category management experience, preference for previous experience with distributors and regional sourcing. -Critical Thinking: Demonstrates agility and the ability to navigate complex concepts effectively.

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Benefits

-Career coaching and development opportunities -Professional onboarding and training options -Flexible working hours

About Trojan Technologies

-Founded nearly 50 years ago, Trojan Technologies pioneered UV and filtration systems to tackle global water challenges. -Their portfolio spans municipal water and wastewater projects, industrial applications, residential systems, and filtration. -Trojan products have become essential in major infrastructure—like the world’s largest UV drinking-water plant in NYC. -They design integrated UV‑AOP solutions that remove pathogens and chemical contaminants in a single, compact unit. -Manufacturing is global, with facilities in Canada, the U.S., and Austria, supporting clients in over 90 countries. -Trojan continues to win large-scale contracts, evolving UV technology for increasingly complex water treatment needs.

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