Strategic Sourcing Manager

About PowerusPowerus is building a next-generation American autonomous systems platform designed to move, protect, and sustain critical assets in high-consequence environments. The company combines advanced autonomy, manufacturing capability, operational expertise, and strategic acquisitions to support defense, national security, critical infrastructure, and commercial operations globally.MissionOur mission is to deliver resilient autonomous technologies that strengthen national security, improve operational safety, and expand the capabilities of organizations operating in complex environments.Why Join PowerusPowerus buys electronics, motors, batteries, structures, and sensors in markets where many established sources are foreign. Defense customers require NDAA-compliant and, increasingly, domestic supply for these commodities.This role sets sourcing strategy for assigned commodities: which suppliers Powerus uses, on what terms, and with what second source. Day-to-day purchasing remains with the procurement team.Position OverviewPowerus is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Manager to develop and execute commodity sourcing strategies, covering supplier selection, negotiation, long-term agreements, cost, and supply risk.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop sourcing strategies for assigned commodities, including supplier base and cost targetsRun requests for quotation and supplier selectionNegotiate pricing, terms, and long-term agreementsIdentify and qualify domestic and NDAA-compliant sourcesAssess and mitigate supply risk, including single-source and long-lead componentsTrack supplier cost, delivery, and quality performanceSupport engineering with component selection and cost estimatesMaintain sourcing documentation for audits and customer complianceQualificationsMust be located in the United States, within commuting distance of Rock Hill, SCBachelor's degree in supply chain, business, engineering, or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experienceExperience in strategic sourcing or procurement for manufactured productsExperience negotiating supplier agreementsExperience with should-cost or total-cost-of-ownership analysisProficiency with ERP systems and spreadsheetsU.S. Person status required (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)); this role involves access to ITAR- and EAR-controlled technical dataPreferred QualificationsExperience sourcing electronic components, batteries, or motorsWorking knowledge of NDAA Section 848 and Buy American requirementsExperience with FAR and DFARS flow-downsExperience in aerospace or defenseWhat We Look ForCandidates should be able to describe a commodity for which they built a compliant supplier base from limited options, and quantify the cost and risk outcome.Equal Opportunity StatementPowerus is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and mission-driven workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.