Strategic Sourcing Manager

Role Overview

This opportunity is for a Strategic Sourcing Manager in the United States, posted on behalf of a partner employer that oversees the application and selection process. The role is central to enterprise procurement strategy and focuses on creating value across a range of indirect spend categories.

You will own sourcing initiatives from start to finish, with direct influence on cost control, supplier performance, and organizational resilience. In this position, you’ll work closely with teams across the business to turn procurement needs into practical sourcing plans and measurable business results. Success in the role calls for strong analytical thinking, commercial judgment, and confident negotiation skills. You’ll collaborate regularly with Legal, Finance, Security, TPRM, and internal stakeholders, treating procurement as a strategic driver of transformation and performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and run strategic sourcing work across multiple indirect categories, keeping activities aligned with business goals and value targets.
• Handle the full sourcing cycle, including market research, RFP creation, supplier evaluation, negotiations, and recommendations for contract awards.
• Work with Legal, Finance, Security, TPRM, and other stakeholders to prepare, negotiate, and finalize commercial agreements.
• Manage supplier partnerships by tracking performance, checking compliance, and resolving issues when they arise.
• Improve spend efficiency through category planning, early stakeholder involvement, and detailed spend analysis.
• Use procurement platforms such as NetSuite and Zip to improve spend visibility, maintain supplier records, track renewals, and identify savings opportunities.
• Keep contract renewals organized through structured stakeholder reviews and planning cycles.
• Contribute to procurement transformation efforts and encourage the adoption of modern procurement practices and digital tools.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience in procurement or strategic sourcing.
• Proven track record of delivering measurable cost savings and value within categories.
• Solid experience in indirect procurement and category strategy development.
• Capability to manage complex negotiations involving pricing, contracts, risk, and service-level terms.
• Strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to influence cross-functional partners.
• Good analytical skills, including spend analysis and interpretation of procurement data.
• Hands-on experience with procurement technology platforms such as NetSuite and Zip is an advantage.
• A bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related discipline is preferred.
• Professional credentials such as CPSM or PMP are considered a plus.
• Prior experience in the education sector is beneficial.

Compensation & Benefits

The annual salary for this position is between $76,895 and $102,527, with the exact offer depending on experience, qualifications, and location. The package also includes eligibility for performance-based bonus pay.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Retirement savings plans with employer contributions where applicable.
• Paid time off and holiday leave programs.
• Support for professional development and certifications.
• A collaborative procurement environment focused on transformation and improvement.
• Flexible working arrangements, subject to role needs and business priorities.

Additional Information

This role is managed through a partner company, which handles the application process and the next steps. Applications are reviewed through an automated matching process to identify candidates whose backgrounds align with the role’s core requirements, after which the partner employer makes the final hiring decisions.

By applying, candidates acknowledge that their personal data may be processed to assess candidacy and shared with the hiring employer in line with applicable data protection laws. Automated tools may also assist with parts of the screening process, but human judgment remains central to final hiring decisions. Applicants may contact the employer for more information about how data is handled.