Senior Supply Chain & Sourcing Lead (Private Equity Focus)

Alvarez & Marsal; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 125,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare plans

401(k) retirement plan with company-mp

Paid time off

Federal holidays & leave

Job summary

Alvarez & Marsal seeks a Manager, Supply Chain: Procurement & Sourcing to lead complex client engagements in private equity, driving procurement improvements and value creation. You will design and implement sourcing strategies, collaborate with PE teams, and deliver results across forecasting, planning, inventory, and logistics.

The role emphasizes deep experience in direct materials, end-to-end procurement, and exceptional analytical and relationship-building skills.

Qualifications

• 10+ years combined consulting and/or industry operating experience.
• MBA preferred; experience with private equity sponsors and portfolio companies.
• Deep industry expertise in direct materials (steel, resin, chemicals, packaging, etc.).
• Demonstrated track record designing end‑to‑end procurement strategies.
• Flexibility to travel up to 80%.

Responsibilities

• Gain understanding of client’s procurement organization and strategic sourcing capabilities.
• Develop and implement sourcing strategies aligned with growth and financial objectives through forecasting, demand planning, inventory management, and logistics.
• Develop and manage sourcing and procurement efforts.
• Lead supplier identification, approval, contract/pricing negotiations, and vendor relations.
• Develop implementation plans to drive changes in procurement and sourcing initiatives.
• Perform analysis and lead teams on project scope.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Structured project management

Initiative & drive

Critical thinking

Presentation skills

Travel readiness

Education

MBA preferred

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Alvarez & Marsal seeks a Manager, Supply Chain: Procurement & Sourcing to lead complex client engagements in private equity, driving procurement improvements and value creation. You will design and implement sourcing strategies, collaborate with PE teams, and deliver results across forecasting, planning, inventory, and logistics.

The role emphasizes deep experience in direct materials, end-to-end procurement, and exceptional analytical and relationship-building skills.