Contracts and Sourcing Manager

Ellaway Blues Consulting; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in the energy sector is seeking a Contracts & Sourcing Manager to oversee procurement strategies and supplier management. This full-time role involves negotiating contracts, improving supplier selection, and aligning procurement efforts with site priorities. Ideal candidates will have a degree in supply chain or a related field and at least three years of relevant experience in industrial environments. Excellent communication skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office and ERP systems are essential.

Qualifications

• Legal authorization to work in the U.S.; ability to obtain TWIC if required.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in procurement, supply chain, or related discipline.
• Experience in industrial, refining, or manufacturing environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies to improve supplier selection.
• Lead the complete Source-to-Contract (S2C) process including RFP development.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to guide sourcing decisions.

Skills

Sourcing

Contract negotiation

Supplier management

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP systems (SAP or Oracle)

Job description

A leading organization in the energy and industrial manufacturing sector is seeking a Contracts & Sourcing Manager to oversee site-level procurement strategy, supplier management, and contracting activities. This role serves as the local procurement leader, supporting operations, major projects, and turnarounds while driving continuous improvement and value creation across the supply chain.

Ellaway Blues Consulting provided pay range

This range is provided by Ellaway Blues Consulting. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$110,000.00/yr - $140,000.00/yr

Location

Kailua, HI $155,000.00-$180,000.00 3 months ago

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies to improve supplier selection, optimize pricing, and strengthen commercial terms.
• Lead the complete Source-to-Contract (S2C) process including RFP development, competitive bid evaluation, and contract negotiation.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to understand operational needs and provide guidance on sourcing decisions, negotiation tactics, and contract structure.
• Review contract proposals to ensure alignment with organizational policies, legal requirements, and risk standards.
• Negotiate pricing, service levels, quality expectations, and delivery performance to support operational continuity.
• Build and maintain productive relationships with strategic suppliers.
• Monitor vendor performance and resolve issues related to quality, service, or compliance.
• Conduct ongoing supplier evaluations to ensure adherence to contract terms.

Procurement Operations & Strategic Alignment

• Participate in leadership discussions to ensure procurement efforts align with site priorities, schedules, and business plans.
• Support the development, review, and approval of procurement strategies for major projects and turnarounds.
• Lead annual spend reviews and create contracting strategies to mitigate supply risk and increase cost-effectiveness.
• Stay informed on market conditions, supply chain trends, and regulatory changes influencing the sourcing landscape.

Qualifications

• Legal authorization to work in the U.S.; ability to obtain TWIC if required by site regulations.
• High school diploma required; bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, engineering, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in procurement, supply chain, or related discipline.
• Experience in industrial, refining, or manufacturing environments preferred.
• Strong knowledge of sourcing, contracting, supplier negotiations, and supply risk management.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and familiarity with ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle.
• Strong communication, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Supply Chain

Industries

• Oil and Gas