Senior Strategic Sourcing Manager

The Senior Strategic Sourcing Manager is responsible for negotiating national agreements for a group purchasing organization (GPO) within the Facilities Operations and Capital Construction sectors . This role involves identifying supply sources, managing supplier relationships, and securing competitive pricing and contract terms for GPO members. Additional responsibilities may include overseeing ad-hoc member projects and contributing to programs under managerial direction. The ideal candidate will have experience or knowledge in design and construction principles, sourcing, vendor management, and implementation skills .

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic sourcing plans aligned with client programs.
• Lead sourcing initiatives for medium-to-high complexity categories with an annual spend portfolio of $100M-$200M.
• Identify, evaluate, and negotiate supplier agreements to achieve optimal terms and drive continuous process improvements.
• Conduct market research to stay informed on industry trends and innovations.
• Manage supplier relationships to ensure performance and resolve supply chain issues proactively.
• Oversee contract development, execution, implementation, and compliance.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align sourcing strategies with organizational goals.
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) for supplier and sourcing activities.
• Manage bulk-commitment and bulk-buy programs, coordinating with project accounting teams and tracking manufacturing and delivery schedules.
• Plan and execute project timelines for assigned categories.
• Analyze spend and quantity data for both commodity and non-commodity items.
• Translate objectives into actionable project plans and manage negotiations to completion within designated timeframes.
• Develop sourcing strategies for complex categories with guidance from senior management.
• Oversee the end-to-end sourcing process, including market research, RFI/RFP preparation, supplier evaluation, and contract launch.
• Present strategies and awards to customer-led advisory and supply chain boards.
• Build and maintain customer relationships through effective communication, presentations, and understanding of needs.
• Collaborate with legal, financial, and account management teams to meet sourcing goals.
• Forecast equipment and material needs, ensuring alignment with project pipelines.
• Ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and organizational goals.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field is required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or supply chain management.
• Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) or a similar certification is preferred.
• Occasional travel is required.

About the Role
This position focuses on delivering best-in-class sourcing strategies, managing significant spend portfolios, and fostering supplier relationships to drive value for GPO members. It involves leveraging industry knowledge, staying informed about trends, and collaborating cross-functionally to achieve organizational objectives while maintaining a strong emphasis on performance and cost-effectiveness.

Qualification

Bachelor's Degree