Manager - Responsible Sourcing

Wesco; Glenview (IL); On-site; USD 119,000 - 161,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus plan

Sales commissions

Benefits program

Job summary

Wesco is seeking a Manager – Responsible Sourcing to develop and execute strategies that strengthen supplier relationships and drive business growth. The role collaborates with internal teams, customers, and strategic partners to advance sourcing programs aligned with procurement objectives and community initiatives.

Responsibilities include leading strategic account planning, driving growth with Global Accounts, and coaching alliance partners to position Wesco solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Sales, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 5+ years strategic sales and/or large account management experience.
• 3+ years in planning and development of outreach activity supporting responsible sourcing programs.
• 2+ years people management and/or large program management.
• Ability to collaborate across organizational boundaries and mobilize resources.
• Experience with strategic planning, resource allocation, and leadership methods.
• Strong relationship-building skills across cross-functional teams.
• Excellent negotiating, consensus-building and conflict-resolution skills.
• Data-driven thinker with the ability to analyze data.

Responsibilities

• Implement responsible sourcing vision aligned with organizational goals and strategies.
• Lead joint-strategic account planning with internal teams and sales management.
• Hold suppliers and alliance partners accountable for annual responsible sourcing initiatives.
• Guide growth with Global Accounts and strategic solutions including value-added agreements.
• Conduct regular account reviews and resolve issues.
• Maintain long-term relationships with key accounts and align sourcing solutions.
• Drive process improvements to support sourcing strategy.
• Coach Sales to position responsible sourcing to decision-makers.
• Mentor alliance partners to promote Wesco solutions.
• Capture customer reporting to meet requirements and support improvement.
• Collaborate with SBUs and cross-functional teams to maximize impact.

Skills

Strategic sales

Large account management

People management

Negotiation

Cross-functional collaboration

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree - Sales, Business Administration, or relevant field

Tools

Power BI

CRM software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

As the Manager – Responsible Sourcing, you will develop and execute strategies that support responsible sourcing initiatives, strengthen supplier and Alliance Partner relationships, and drive business growth. Working closely with internal teams, customers, and strategic partners, you will advance sourcing programs that align with customer procurement objectives and organizational initiatives that support economic growth in the communities in which we serve.

Responsibilities

• Implement responsible sourcing vision, strategic direction executed by Director Responsible Sourcing in alignment with the organizational goals and strategies.
• Manage the joint-strategic account planning process through responsible sourcing solutions, Strategic Account Managers, Outside/Inside Sales Representatives, Sales management, branch leadership and other internal participants supporting end customers.
• Establish and hold suppliers, Alliance partners and sales organization accountable for supporting annual responsible sourcing initiatives, in support of end customer responsible sourcing procurement requirements.
• Provide guidance on driving incremental growth through new customers/existing customers with Global Accounts, EES (Electrical and Electronic Solutions) and CSS (Communications and Security Solutions) through responsible sourcing solutions with value-added agreements.
• Hold regular, scheduled account reviews, identifying and resolving problems.
• Maintain productive, long-term relationships with key accounts and through aligned responsible sourcing solutions.
• Implement process improvements to support responsible sourcing strategy, with support from senior management.
• Coach Sales to position responsible sourcing solutions strategically with the right decision makers.
• Coach, mentor, and train Alliance partners to position Wesco solutions.
• Ensure capture of customer responsible sourcing reports to meet customer requirements and support continuous improvement.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with Strategic Business Units (SBUs) and internal cross-functional support teams to drive a positive impact from responsible sourcing solutions.
• Actively engage in the preparation of internal and external events promoting and recognizing responsible sourcing efforts.
• Provide support for all customer RFP responses with responsible sourcing questions.

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree - Sales, Business Administration, or relevant field required
• 5+ years strategic sales and/or large account management experience
• 3+ years’ in the planning and development of outreach activity supporting a responsible sourcing program(s)
• 2+ years people management and/or large program management
• Demonstrated ability to collaboratively reach out across organizational boundaries, mobilize resources and subject matter experts from many teams and groups to achieve objectives
• Understanding of business and management principles in strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership techniques, production methods and management of people and resources
• Ability to develop and maintain key relationships
• Cross-functional team management/leadership experience
• Excellent negotiating, consensus building and conflict resolution skills
• Skill in understanding and developing process flows
• Data-driven thinker with proven ability to analyze data
• Exceptional organizational, project and time management skills
• Proficiency with Power BI, CRM software and Microsoft Office
• Ability to travel 0% - 25%

Compensation Details: $119,327 - $161,092 Annually

This amount is what we reasonably believe we will pay for the position; however, offer amounts may vary based on factors such as geographic location, relevant education, experience, qualifications, skills, shift, or any collective bargaining agreements.

For eligible positions, compensation may include participation in a bonus or sales incentive plan,subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plan documents. For certain sales roles, Wesco also offers a commission structure that provides additional compensation based on sales results, as defined by the applicable commission plan.

In addition, Wesco offers abenefits program for eligible employees, which may include paid time off, medical, dental, and vision coverage, and retirement savings plans. Additional details about benefits are available here .

About The Team

At Wesco, we build, connect, power and protect the world. As a leading provider of business-to-business distribution, logistics services and supply chain solutions, we create a world that you can depend on.

Our Company’s greatest asset is our people. Wesco is committed to fostering a workplace where every individual is respected, valued, and empowered to succeed. We promote a culture that is grounded in teamwork and respect. With a workforce of over 20,000 people worldwide, we embrace the unique perspectives each person brings. Through comprehensive benefits and active community engagement, we create an environment where every team member has the opportunity to thrive.

Los Angeles Unincorporated County Candidates Only: Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.

This posting is for a current, active vacancy intended for immediate hire.