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We are seeking an ambitious, results-driven Technical Sourcing Manager (TSM) to join our Global APD (Advanced Product Development) Procurement team based at our manufacturing operations in Aguascalientes, Mexico. In this role, the candidate will lead strategic sourcing activities, supplier industrialization, and cross-functional APD launches for high-impact New Product Introduction programs supporting both US and Mexico manufacturing plants. Working in a truly international environment, the candidate will bridge engineering innovation with strategic procurement to build competitive, high-quality supply chains across core commodities.

Role Responsibilities

• APD Sourcing Leadership:



Lead end-to-end strategic procurement deliverables within the APD ( APQP ) phase gates for assigned new product launch projects across US and Mexico manufacturing sites.
• Supplier Scouting & Selection: Scout, assess, benchmark, and select capable suppliers in close alignment with General Category Management strategies and approved supplier panels.
• RFQ & Costing Execution: Prepare and execute comprehensive RFQ packages (evaluating 2D/3D engineering drawings, volume curves, and BOM structures), delivering accurate piece prices and tooling costs into project costing on time.
• Tooling & Industrialization: Lead tooling quotations, commercial negotiations, and purchase order (Tool PO) releases; monitor supplier tooling build timelines, trials (FOT), and lead-time commitments.
• Quality & Approval Process (sPPAP): Coordinate supplier part qualification, sample approvals, and supplier sPPAP s

📌 Technical Sourcing Manager (Aguascalientes)
🏢 Donaldson
📍 Aguascalientes