Axon · 3 days ago
Director, Strategic Sourcing
Scottsdale, AZ
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
7+ years expAxon is on a mission to Protect Life, addressing critical safety and justice issues through their innovative devices and cloud software. The Director of Strategic Sourcing will lead a high-performing team to shape the future of the global supply network, focusing on supplier partnerships, category strategy, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure excellence in product delivery.
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Responsibilities
Lead, coach, and develop a team responsible for supplier performance, fostering accountability through regular business reviews and ongoing communication
Manage supplier performance through business reviews and regular communication to meet Axon’s expectations for quality, delivery, cost, innovation, and continuous improvement
Serve as the subject matter expert for assigned categories — analyzing market trends, identifying risks, and developing strategies to ensure supply continuity and competitiveness
Collaborate with the Demand Planning team to provide accurate, timely forecasts to suppliers supporting both short- and long-term needs
Lead spend management councils to assess supplier performance, optimize the supply base, and drive improvements in cost, inventory, and payment terms
Manage supplier inventory levels using strategies such as Kanban, consignment, and negotiation of lead times and minimum order quantities
Negotiate formal supply contracts and agreements to ensure favorable terms and long-term value
Maintain and communicate supplier scorecards to measure and improve supplier performance
Participate in New Product Introduction (NPI) activities to align market needs with supply strategies
Partner cross-functionally with Demand Planning, Sales Operations, Engineering, and Manufacturing to ensure supplier performance aligns with production and business goals
Collaborate with Product Management and Demand Planning on product changes, new launches, and forecast updates
Engage directly with suppliers and visit sites as needed to build relationships and drive results
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering, or a related field
7+ years of experience in procurement, commodity, or category management
Proven people leadership experience, including building, developing, and mentoring high-performing teams
Proven success in complex negotiations and supplier relationship management
Strong communication and influence skills across all organizational levels
Demonstrated career progression with measurable results and increasing responsibility
Experience developing and deploying sourcing processes, tools, and strategies
Preferred
Background working with contract manufacturers and international suppliers
APICS or ISM certification
MBA or PMP certification
Six Sigma or Lean certification
Benefits
Competitive salary and 401k with employer match
Discretionary paid time off
Paid parental leave for all
Medical, Dental, Vision plans
Fitness Programs
Emotional & Mental Wellness support
Learning & Development programs
And yes, we have snacks in our offices
Company
Axon
Axon provides electronic control devices to law enforcement and corrections agencies.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2023 (7)
2020 (2)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2B2025-03-05Post Ipo Debt· $1.75B
2018-08-07Post Ipo Equity· $246M
2001-06-07IPO
Leadership Team
Jay Reitz
SVP Software Engineering
Anthony Baldoni
VP Strategic Initiatives
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