Strategic Sourcing Manager
Location: Atlanta, GA
Job Type: Contract
Company: Nextech
Category: Strategic Sourcing and Category Manager
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Strategic Sourcing Manager
The Strategic Sourcing Manager position is an integral role within a dynamic manufacturing environment, focusing on direct spend categories and supporting business objectives through robust sourcing and category management practices. This opportunity is tailored for professionals with a solid foundation in strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, and category management—particularly those with backgrounds in manufacturing, construction, or similarly complex industries. The Strategic Sourcing Manager is responsible for developing and executing long-term sourcing strategies, fostering productive supplier partnerships, and driving continuous cost and process optimization, all while ensuring supply continuity and risk mitigation.
The Strategic Sourcing Manager will work collaboratively across multiple internal teams, including finance, operations, project management, and field teams, to ensure sourcing initiatives align with organizational goals. This position requires a high level of business acumen, strong analytical capabilities, and proficiency in data-driven decision making. Candidates should be prepared to engage with senior leadership, present sourcing strategies and results, and participate in ongoing supplier performance management activities.
In this role, the Strategic Sourcing Manager will leverage expertise in total cost of ownership analysis, supplier evaluation, and contract management. The role requires hands-on experience with ERP systems, sourcing tools, and analytics platforms to optimize procurement processes. The ability to translate complex procurement data into actionable insights is essential for driving year-over-year cost reductions and supporting business growth. The position also involves leading negotiations, managing requests for proposal (RFPs/RFIs/RFQs), and developing commercial agreements in partnership with legal and compliance teams.
The Strategic Sourcing Manager will champion continuous improvement initiatives, implement supplier performance metrics and KPIs, and conduct regular business reviews with key suppliers. This individual will be instrumental in identifying and implementing innovative sourcing strategies, process improvements, and risk mitigation activities to ensure consistent material availability and operational excellence. Collaboration and communication skills are critical, as the Strategic Sourcing Manager will serve as a trusted advisor and influencer across cross-functional teams.
Professionals with experience in regulated or highly engineered industries, a bachelor’s or advanced degree in supply chain management, engineering, or business, and relevant professional certifications will find this role particularly rewarding. The organization encourages a culture of professional growth and continuous learning, making it a great environment for individuals seeking to advance their supply chain and sourcing careers. Working in this region also provides exposure to a robust industrial sector and access to a diverse pool of suppliers and partners.
If you are an experienced sourcing leader ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role, we encourage you to apply for the Strategic Sourcing Manager position. Click the application button to start your journey in advancing your career with a forward-thinking manufacturing organization.
Strategic Sourcing Manager - Summary- Lead sourcing and category management strategies for direct spend categories in a manufacturing environment
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize supplier performance, cost, and supply continuity
- Drive continuous improvement in procurement processes and supplier relationships
- Develop and execute strategic category roadmaps, including supplier development and long-term sourcing strategies
- Analyze total spend, pricing structures, commercial terms, and market trends to inform sourcing decisions
- Lead supplier relationship management efforts, including performance monitoring, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Drive cost reduction through should-cost analysis, process improvements, and innovative sourcing strategies
- Manage purchase price variance containment and avoidance while maintaining material availability
- Conduct RFQs, RFPs, and RFIs; lead negotiations; evaluate suppliers; and support supplier selection decisions
- Partner with finance, operations, and project management teams to ensure sourcing initiatives align with business objectives
- Implement supplier performance metrics, KPIs, and dashboards
- Support development and execution of commercial agreements with legal partners
- Lead quarterly business reviews with key suppliers
- Track, validate, and report savings initiatives with finance teams
- Competitive compensation package aligned with industry standards
- Comprehensive benefits typically associated with manufacturing organizations
- Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
- Extensive experience in strategic sourcing and category management for direct spend environments
- Strong background in supplier negotiations and contract management
- Expertise in total cost of ownership analysis and data-driven decision making
- Experience with ERP platforms, sourcing tools, spend analytics, and contract management systems
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Analytical mindset with the ability to derive insights from complex data
- Demonstrated leadership and collaboration across cross-functional teams
- Willingness to travel as needed
- Experience in industrial manufacturing or OEM environments
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, supply chain management, or business; advanced degree preferred
- Relevant certifications in supply chain, procurement, or project management
- Comfort working in matrixed organizations with competing priorities
- Proven ability to build trusted relationships with stakeholders and suppliers
- This position offers the opportunity to work in a vibrant industrial region with access to key suppliers and business partners
- The organization values diversity, collaboration, and a commitment to continuous improvement
- Application process is confidential and inclusive; all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply
Take the next step in your career by applying for the Strategic Sourcing Manager opportunity today. Click the application button to get started and join a team dedicated to supply chain excellence and innovation.