Senior Manager, Strategic Sourcing

Role overview

This is a senior leadership role focused on strategic procurement, supplier governance, and high-technology program support in a complex, mission-critical setting. The position centers on sourcing for advanced technology categories, especially Cloud, SaaS, and IT suppliers, while strengthening long-term vendor relationships, controlling cost, and improving supply continuity across several business areas. You will also lead a team of sourcing professionals and work closely with program management, finance, engineering, and operations teams. The environment is fast-moving, highly regulated, and innovation-oriented, so the role calls for strong analysis, disciplined delivery, and comfort with both strategy and negotiation.

What you'll do

• Manage, coach, and build capability within a team of sourcing and contract specialists, driving accountability and strong delivery on strategic sourcing work.
• Create and execute sourcing strategies for complex, high-value agreements across Cloud, SaaS, and IT suppliers.
• Run supplier negotiations to reduce cost, lower risk, and strengthen supplier performance and delivery.
• Assess and oversee supplier relationships, including market research and competitive sourcing exercises.
• Maintain compliance with FAR/DFARS and internal procurement requirements, with a strong focus on governance and ethical sourcing.
• Work with stakeholders in supply chain, program management, engineering, finance, and operations to keep sourcing aligned with business goals.
• Contribute sourcing expertise, risk analysis, and supplier recommendations to proposal development and program execution.
• Improve sourcing processes and introduce innovation, including digital tools and AI-enabled methods to increase speed and decision quality.
• Build standardized frameworks, templates, and best practices to make sourcing work more consistent and scalable.
• Present sourcing results, risks, and opportunities to senior leadership using clear, data-backed insights.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, or a related discipline; a master’s degree is preferred.
• At least 10 years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or supply chain management.
• Minimum 3 years of people leadership experience leading sourcing or procurement teams.
• Proven success negotiating complex supplier agreements, especially in Cloud, SaaS, or IT services.
• Strong working knowledge of FAR/DFARS and federal acquisition rules; background in defense or aerospace is strongly preferred.
• Advanced strategic thinking and analytical ability for managing complex sourcing portfolios.
• Excellent organization and program management skills, with the ability to handle multiple priorities at once.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and experience working with senior stakeholders.
• Understanding of ITAR/EAR compliance is a plus.
• Experience using AI or digital procurement tools is preferred.
• Professional credentials such as CPSM, CSCP, or PMP are advantageous.

Benefits

• Annual pay range of $183,371 to $198,414.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Retirement savings plan with employer contributions.
• Flexible work setup with remote and hybrid options.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• Strong emphasis on professional development and leadership advancement.
• Exposure to advanced technology programs in aerospace, defense, and other mission-critical environments.
• Collaborative, mission-driven culture with a strong focus on innovation and integrity.

Application and hiring process

This opportunity is being shared on behalf of a partner organization that handles applications and the next stages directly. Applications are reviewed through an AI-supported matching process that helps identify candidates whose backgrounds best match the role’s core needs. The shortlist is then passed to the hiring company, which manages interviews, assessments, and final decisions internally.

Data privacy and AI use

By applying, you agree that the hiring platform may process your personal information to assess your candidacy and share relevant details with the employer. This processing is based on legitimate interest and pre-contractual steps under applicable privacy laws, including GDPR. You may exercise your rights to access, correct, delete, or object to processing at any time. AI tools may also assist with parts of screening, such as resume review and response analysis, but human reviewers make the final hiring decisions.