Director Strategic Sourcing - Construction

SCOPE Recruiting - Supply Chain Recruiters; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 160,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

SCOPE Recruiting - Supply Chain Recruiters is seeking a Senior Manager, Strategic Sourcing for Industrial Construction and Facilities Engineering. You will lead strategic procurement, develop multi-year sourcing roadmaps, and partner with cross-functional leaders to drive cost optimization and supplier innovation.

Based in Dublin, CA with hybrid in-office collaboration and remote flexibility, the role offers a base salary up to $200k plus bonus.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of strategic sourcing experience in Industrial Construction and Facilities Engineering.
• 5+ years of cross-functional program or project management leadership.
• Strong understanding of corporate finance, cost estimation, and market index pricing.
• Ability to read construction drawings and specs; familiarity with DC operations.
• Experience with RFPs, vendor evaluations, and TCO modeling.

Responsibilities

• Develop multi-year sourcing strategies for Industrial Construction and Facilities Maintenance.
• Lead end-to-end sourcing events (RFPs) and vendor evaluations.
• Collaborate with Legal, Risk, Finance, and IT to align on requirements and contracting.
• Prepare executive-level market research and strategic recommendations.
• Monitor supplier performance through QBRs and governance meetings.

Skills

Sourcing experience

Project management

Financial analysis

Contract negotiation

Executive communication

Data analysis

Retail consulting background

Consulting background

Reading construction drawings

Team leadership

Education

BA/BS in Supply Chain, Construction Management, Business, Economics, Finance, or Engineering

MBA or master's degree preferred

Tools

Procore

Coupa

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Senior Manager, Strategic Sourcing – Industrial Construction & Facilities

About the Company

Join a leading off-price national retail chain with over 2,200 stores and a strong track record of sustained growth. Our focus is bringing customers high-quality brands and on-trend merchandise at extraordinary savings through a fun treasure-hunt shopping experience.

When you join our team, you will experience:

• Success: A winning culture driven by continuous learning and operational excellence.
• Career Growth: Dedicated talent development designed to help you grow alongside the business.
• Teamwork: A collaborative environment tackling complex challenges together.
• Inclusion & Community: A commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion that values unique backgrounds and strengthens our positive impact on the community.

Headquartered in Dublin, CA (San Francisco Bay Area) with regional corporate offices in major metropolitan markets and a nationwide distribution network, we are a Fortune 500 company generating over $22 billion in annual revenue.

Role Summary

The Sr. Manager, Strategic Sourcing will lead strategic procurement and sourcing projects for Industrial Construction and Facilities Engineering across our growing supply chain network. In this role, you will drive enterprise value through cost optimization, risk mitigation, and supplier innovation while acting as a trusted strategic advisor to executive leadership.

Location: Dublin, CA (Hybrid: in-office collaboration with remote flexibility)

Base Salary Range: Up to $200k +Bonus

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing & Execution

• Develop and execute multi-year sourcing strategies for Industrial Construction (e.g., steel structures, concrete, MEP systems) and Facilities Maintenance (e.g., conveyor systems, forklifts, racking).
• Lead analytics to identify high-risk and high-cost categories, creating multi-year sourcing roadmaps.
• Partner cross-functionally with Property Development, Engineering, Project Management, Legal, Risk Management, and Finance to align on project requirements and milestones.
• Manage end-to-end competitive sourcing events (RFPs), vendor evaluations, clean sheet analysis, market index analysis, and total cost of ownership (TCO) modeling.
• Onboard qualified suppliers and contractors, monitoring performance via key metrics, quarterly business reviews (QBRs), and executive supplier meetings.
• Drive bottom-up cost estimation and cost-saving initiatives through value engineering and competitive bidding.
• Facilitate seamless operational handover from Property Development to Facilities Maintenance upon site go-live.
• Establish portfolio-level risk mitigation strategies through robust contracting, safety adherence, and regulatory compliance (including LEED and OSHA guidelines).
• Review and negotiate complex construction contracts to identify gaps, reduce risks, and capture cost savings.
• Partner with Legal, IT, and Business stakeholders to address contract redlines, cybersecurity standards, and supply chain constraints.

Leadership & Project Support

• Prepare and deliver executive-level presentations summarizing market research, vendor selections, and strategic recommendations.
• Serve as an internal escalation contact to resolve supplier disputes and improve service performance.
• Manage multiple high-priority sourcing projects simultaneously with minimal supervision.

Qualifications & Skills

• Education: BA/BS in Supply Chain, Construction Management, Business, Economics, Finance, or Engineering (MBA or master's degree preferred).
• Sourcing Experience: 7+ years of strategic sourcing/category management experience within Industrial Construction and Facilities Engineering.
• Project Management: 5+ years of cross-functional program or project management experience leading technical and non-technical teams.
• Financial & Cost Expertise: Strong understanding of corporate finance (P&L, balance sheets, cash flow), construction cost estimation, and market index pricing.
• Technical Knowledge: Ability to read/interpret construction drawings and specifications; familiarity with Distribution Center (DC) operations (Receiving, Sorting, Pick/Pack, Shipping).
• Software: Experience with Construction Management tools (e.g., Procore) and Procurement/Contracting platforms (e.g., Coupa). Advanced Excel (Pivot tables, Lookups) and PowerPoint proficiency.
• Certifications (Preferred): CCPS, CCM, or CPSM.
• Background: Consulting background and retail sector experience are strongly preferred.
• Core Competencies: Data-driven problem solving, quantitative analysis, strong contract negotiation skills, attention to detail, and executive communication abilities.

Working Conditions

• Office-based position with regular in-person collaboration, team interaction, and stakeholder support, complemented by remote work flexibility.
• Occasional travel to regional corporate facilities and distribution centers as required.