10 Badger Meter, Inc. · Milwaukee, WI

Strategic Sourcing Specialist at 10 Badger Meter, Inc. — Milwaukee, WI

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When you join us, you'll find:

  • Purpose-driven work that makes a real difference in communities around the globe.
  • Career growth and development opportunities designed to help you achieve your potential.
  • A supportive, inclusive culture where collaboration and creativity thrive.

What You Will Contribute:

Strategic Sourcing Specialist

Help Build the Supply Chain Behind Innovative Water Technology

At Badger Meter, every drop counts. As a global leader in smart water management solutions, we're looking for a Strategic Sourcing Specialist to help strengthen and optimize the supply chain that supports our products, customers, and future growth.

In this role, you'll work closely with engineering, operations, quality, and procurement teams to identify sourcing opportunities, support new product development initiatives, evaluate supplier capabilities, and drive continuous improvements across our supply base. You'll play a key role in helping ensure our suppliers deliver the quality, innovation, service, and value needed to support Badger Meter's long-term success.

This is an excellent opportunity for a sourcing professional who enjoys balancing strategic supplier management with hands-on project execution and cross-functional collaboration.

What You'll Do

  • Partner with engineering, operations, quality, and project teams to support sourcing activities for new and existing products.
  • Identify, evaluate, and develop suppliers that align with business objectives for quality, cost, delivery, and innovation.
  • Support supplier selection activities, including RFQ/RFP processes, supplier capability assessments, and supplier audits.
  • Analyze supplier performance, spend data, capacity, risk, and market trends to drive sourcing decisions and continuous improvement.
  • Collaborate with project teams to ensure supplier readiness for new product introductions and product enhancements.
  • Assist with contract negotiations, supplier development initiatives, and strategic sourcing projects.
  • Support procurement performance reporting, supplier scorecards, risk assessments, and key sourcing metrics.
  • Utilize ERP systems and planning tools to support purchasing activities, inventory optimization, and material availability when needed.
  • Travel up to 15% for supplier visits, audits, and business meetings.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
  • 7+ years of experience in Strategic Sourcing, Procurement, Supply Chain, or Supplier Management.
  • Experience leading or supporting RFQ/RFP processes and supplier selection activities.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate supplier performance, spend data, and sourcing opportunities.
  • Experience negotiating supplier agreements and driving cost, quality, and delivery improvements.
  • Advanced proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience supporting manufacturing or industrial operations.
  • Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.
  • Exposure to new product development and supplier launch activities.
  • Experience with supplier audits, supplier development, and supply chain risk management.

#EL123

  • Competitive Pay
  • Annual Bonus
  • Eligible for Annual Pay Increases
  • Comprehensive Health, Vision, and Dental Coverage
  • 15 days Paid Time Off + 11 Paid Holidays
  • Two Ways to Save for Retirement: Badger Meter contributes 25 cents for every dollar you contribute to the plan, up to 7% of your eligible compensation. In addition to the match, the company will also contribute 5% of your eligible compensation to your Defined Contribution account on an annual basis. Additional access to a certified financial planner to help ensure your money is working for you, at no cost!
  • Employer Paid benefits including: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Basic Group Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, and more
  • Educational Assistance – Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250
  • Voluntary benefits including: Additional Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, Accident and Critical Illness coverage
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options

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