The GCPM Strategic Sourcing Mgr is responsible for executing sourcing and supplier‑management processes for Capital, Site Engineering, Operations projects, and related business functions. This role manages end‑to‑end procurement activities for a broad range of goods and services, ensuring alignment with internal customer needs, cost‑reduction goals, compliance requirements, and operational excellence. The manager serves as a category expert and leads cross‑functional sourcing initiatives that drive value, efficiency, and supplier performance.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Serve as the primary sourcing expert for assigned categories, including engineering, construction, automation, commissioning, validation, and equipment.
- Identify opportunities for cost reduction, operational efficiency, and process improvement.
- Apply Lean and Operational Excellence principles to sourcing and procurement workflows.
- Conduct in‑depth supplier and industry analysis to manage dynamic or volatile categories.
- Partner with business areas and stakeholders to identify sourcing needs and improvement opportunities.
- Lead cross‑functional sourcing teams through supplier selection, negotiations, and contracting.
- Collaborate with Corporate Risk Management to assess insurance coverage and supplier risk.
- Work with Legal to resolve terms and conditions, contract language, and compliance issues.
- Create and manage RFPs, RFIs, RFQs, and other e‑sourcing events using platforms such as ARIBA or SAP.
- Negotiate new or revised master agreements with key suppliers.
- Analyze supplier financial stability and operational risk.
- Establish KPIs and metrics to monitor supplier performance, stability, and potential risks.
- Ensure supplier relationship management practices are implemented effectively.
- Prepare and execute sourcing processes in compliance with procurement procedures.
- Ensure proper documentation of sourcing decisions and adherence to procurement policies.
- Execute purchase orders, contracts, or agreements once implementation criteria are met.
- Support category management practices and long‑term supplier strategies.
- Support capital projects, engineering initiatives, and operations‑related procurement needs.
- Develop sourcing plans, conduct bid analyses, and lead supplier selection processes.
- Manage change‑order negotiations, commercial terms, incentives, and penalties.
- Provide sourcing leadership for geographically dispersed project teams.
CORE COMPETENCIES & SKILLS
- Extensive knowledge of sourcing activities for engineering, construction, automation, commissioning, and validation services.
- Strong understanding of equipment sourcing and capital procurement.
- Expertise in supplier and contract development, negotiation, and category management.
- Strong organizational, project management, communication, and leadership skills.
- Ability to demonstrate sound judgment and make appropriate recommendations.
- Knowledge of strategic sourcing, supplier alliances, and supplier relationship management.
- Ability to work effectively with senior management, corporate functions, and internal business partners.
- Strong financial analysis capabilities and computer literacy.
- Excellent interpersonal, facilitation, and stakeholder‑management skills.
- High level of client focus and ability to manage multiple priorities.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
One of the following is required:
- Doctorate, OR
- Master’s degree + 2 years of directly related experience, OR
- Bachelor’s degree + 4 years of directly related experience, OR
- Associate degree + 10 years of directly related experience, OR
- High school diploma/GED + 12 years of directly related experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 8+ years of strategic sourcing, capital procurement, operations/manufacturing, or project‑management experience.
- Proven sourcing experience across capital construction categories:
- Architectural/engineering services
- Construction management
- Manufacturing equipment
- Automation integration
- Commissioning
- Quality/validation services
- General contractors and construction trades
- Demonstrated ability to lead complex, cross‑functional, and geographically dispersed project teams.
- Experience developing sourcing plans, conducting eRFX events, performing bid analyses, and negotiating commercial terms.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills.
- Contract position
- Administrative Shift