Sourcing and Category Manager

Columbia Banking System; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with employer match

Tuition assistance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Job summary

Columbia Bank is seeking a Sr. Supplier Manager to drive supplier engagement and sourcing across indirect spend. You will lead RFPs/RFIs, contract negotiations, and renewals while aligning supplier activities with business strategy.

The role requires 4-7 years in supplier management, strong contracting know-how, and robust stakeholder engagement. Occasional travel is expected as part of quarterly business reviews and supplier performance follow-ups.

Qualifications

• 4-7 years of demonstrated experience in supplier management across indirect spend.
• Strong understanding of contracting elements and negotiations.
• Analytical capability with Excel; building tables and pivot tables for data analysis.
• Experience with project management and stakeholder management.
• Travel occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Lead supplier engagement activities: sourcing, supplier reviews, RFPs/RFIs, and contract negotiations and renewals.
• Ensure supplier engagements align with business goals and strategic plans.
• Oversee contract renewals and proactive actions before renewal windows.
• Coordinate quarterly business reviews with top suppliers and key stakeholders.
• Demonstrate proactive stakeholder management and effective communication.

Skills

Supplier management

Contract negotiations

Excel analytics

Project management

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Economics, or Supply Chain

MBA (preferred)

Job description

About the Role:To support the company's engagement with suppliers in any capacity. In partnership with the business owners, the Sr. Supplier Manager will ensure that best practices established by the procurement organization are followed and executed with any supplier engagement that includes but is not limited to the following: sourcing a supplier for new or expanded capabilities, performing supplier business reviews, running RFP's or RFI's, selecting a supplier from an RFP, contract negotiations and contracting, contract renewals, supplier performance resolution, and the like.Lead supplier engagement activities that include: sourcing a supplier for new or expanded capabilities, performing supplier business reviews, running RFP’s or RFI’s, selecting a supplier from a RFP, contract negotiations and contracting, contract renewals, supplier performance resolution, and the like to best in class processes.Partner with business owners to ensure their suppliers are aligned with their strategic goals and strategy.Oversee the contract renewal process to ensure that the business’ contracts are properly reviewed, and any appropriate actions are taken proactively before the renewal period.Plan for annual and other periodic reviews with business owners on their supplier engagement needs. Prepare an annual review and then meet regularly as needed to ensure alignment with business owner and any potential supplier performance issues requiring resolution.Coordinate quarterly business reviews with top suppliers (highest spend, business critical, highly visible, etc.) for any business unit being supported.Responsible for proactively managing stakeholders and demonstrating stakeholder management skills that include: proactive communication, timely updates, prioritization of time aligned with business needs, accomplished project management ownership, etc.Demonstrates compliance with all bank regulations for assigned job function and applies to designated job responsibilities – knowledge may be gained through coursework and on-the-job training. Keeps up to date on regulation changes.Follows all Bank policies and procedures, compliance regulations, and completes all required annual or job-specific training.Maintain a working knowledge of Bank's written policies and procedures regarding Bank Secrecy Act, Regulation CC, Regulation E, Bank Security and other regulations as applicable to this job description.May be asked to coach, mentor, or train others and teach coursework as subject matter expert.Actively learns, demonstrates, and fosters the Columbia corporate culture in all actions and words.Takes personal initiative and is a positive example for others to emulate.Embraces our vision to become “Business Bank of Choice”May perform other duties as assigned.About You:EducationBachelor's Degree in Business, Economics, or Supply Chain (preferred)MBA (preferred)Experience4-7 years — of demonstrated experience in supplier management with increasing levels of responsibilities across all indirect categories of spend. (Required)SkillsUnderstanding of contracting and the contracting elements as well as contract negotiations.Analytical and excel analysis experience. Building tables as well as pivot tables for baseline comparisons of data and analysis.Experience with project management and demonstrated project management skills.Experience with stakeholder management.Travel RequirementsOccasionalThe pay range for this role is $61,100.00 - $115,000.00.The pay rate for the selected candidate is dependent upon a variety of non-discriminatory factors including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, education, and geographic location. The role may be eligible for performance-based incentive compensation, and those details will be provided during the recruitment process.Primary Location: Ability to work fully onsite at posted location(s).7106 W Will D Alton Lane Spokane WA 99224Our Benefits:We are proud to offer a competitive total rewards package including base wages and comprehensive benefits.We offer eligible associates comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), a 401(k)-retirement savings plan with employer match for qualifying associate contributions, an employee assistance program, life insurance, disability insurance, tuition assistance, mental health resources, identity theft protection, legal support, auto and home insurance, pet insurance, access to an online discount marketplace, and paid vacation, sick days, volunteer days, and holidays. Benefit eligibility begins the first day of the month following the date of hire for associates who are regularly scheduled to work at least thirty hours weekly.Our Commitment to Diversity:Columbia Bank is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to employing, engaging, and developing a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, protected veteran status, disability, or any other applicable protected status or characteristics. If you require an accommodation to complete the application or interview(s), please let us know by email: [e-mail] .To Staffing and Recruiting Agencies:Our posted job opportunities are only intended for individuals seeking employment at Columbia Bank. Columbia Bank does not accept unsolicited resumes or applications from agencies and Columbia Bank will not be responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resume submissions. Staffing and recruiting agencies are not authorized to submit profiles, applications, or resumes to this site or to any Columbia Bank employee and any such submissions will be considered unsolicited unless requested directly by a member of the Talent Acquisition team.