Sourcing Manager

The Planet Group; Jackson (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Planet Group in the United States seeks an experienced Sourcing Manager to lead contract negotiations and procurement strategy in Michigan. You will drive supplier selection and cost-optimization across multiple categories, aligning with business goals and risk controls.

Responsibilities include managing RFQ/RFP processes, analyzing requirements, and negotiating favorable terms with strategic suppliers while ensuring compliance and stakeholder satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, IT, procurement, or related field; 2-4 years experience.
• Knowledge of the procurement cycle; RFQ/RFP packages experience.
• Knowledge of business law, commercial terms; negotiations.
• Ability to influence stakeholders and deliver customer service.
• Ability to analyze drawings, scope or SOW to create/edit sourcing packages.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate with suppliers to obtain best prices and terms.
• Develop and implement sourcing strategies to reduce cost and improve quality.
• Manage RFQ/RFP/RFI processes and supplier selection.
• Collaborate with Legal counsel to ensure compliant contracts.
• Lead supplier performance and relationship management.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Sourcing management

Stakeholder influence

Supplier management

Analytical skills

Procurement processes

Communication skills

Cost reduction strategies

Risk management

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business/Engineering/IT/Procurement/SCM

Tools

MS Office

Excel

Power BI

ServiceNow

SAP

Ariba

Job description

• Proven experience creating, analyzing, negotiating and editing Contracts with Company standards and reflective of business partner interests.
• Knowledge and understanding of the complete procurement cycle, including experience completing Request for Quote (RFQ) and Request for Proposal (RFP) packages.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Engineering, Information Technology, Procurement, Supply Chain Management, or other. 2-4 years of relevant experience required
• Knowledge of business law, commercial terms and conditions, and related legal issues. Negotiations and competitive process
• Ability to provide guidance to develop and evolve sourcing management processes, develop metrics, and engage suppliers on operational, strategic, and financial issues Knowledge of procurement processes and escalation mechanisms.
• Demonstrate advanced ability to influence stakeholders, deliver customer service, and resolve issues effectively and efficiently.
• Ability to analyze drawings, scope or Statements of Work (SOW) to understand key requirements to create, align, and edit sourcing packages and contracts.
• Excellent communication, both written and verbal, supplier management, negotiation, and analytical skillsets.
• Proficiency with MS Office suite including advanced Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Power BI, Service Now, SAP, and Ariba
• The Sourcing Manager negotiates with suppliers to obtain materials and services at the best prices (total cost of ownership) by developing and implementing strategies for cost reduction, supplier consolidation, quality improvements and process efficiencies. Using strategic sourcing strategies and extensive knowledge of their commodity industry, we assist in effecting more efficient sourcing processes to save costs and maximize profitability.
• Completes non-strategic service and material purchase requests by verifying specifications and/or scope of work; determining if a Request for Information (RFI), Request for Proposal (RFP) or Request for Quote (RFQ) is needed; administer the (RFI, RFP or RFQ); negotiate cost effective agreements with key suppliers based on our core values of procurement safety/quality/cost/delivery/morale.
• Work with our suppliers, internal stakeholders and Legal counsel to negotiate contractual terms and conditions reducing risk to the company. Sourcing Manager negotiates favorable terms with the supplier (driven by company standards) until agreement execution. In addition, coordinate contract change requests as needed.
• Collaborate with Supplier Quality and Performance, Strategic Sourcing and Business Partners to develop suppliers, improve effectiveness and drive down costs.
• Support the framework, metrics, and goals for continuous improvement to achieve process excellence and stay current with industry innovations. The Sourcing Manager works with department Managers, in the development of leading practices for procurement and issue resolution throughout the organization.
• Use appropriate verification techniques (portfolio analyses, market/competitive data) not only to manage contractual obligations, but also to identify opportunities for cost savings
• Manage relationships with key internal stakeholders and suppliers in order to procure high-quality products and services that are delivered on-time, within scope and within budget.
• Proactively manage contracts to fully executed status (includes spend and end dates). Ensure commercial, legal and contractual compliances in all procurement transactions including company processes, policies and procedures. Other non-essential duties as assigned or may be necessary