Sourcing Manager

RPMGlobal; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 95,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation time + holidays + PTO

Health benefits + HSA

401K matching

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Friendly coworkers

Job summary

Dyno Nobel is seeking a Sourcing Manager to lead the Americas Procurement function. You will manage strategies, negotiate complex contracts, and ensure government and defense compliance as needed.

The role demands cross‑functional leadership across North America and a strong focus on cost efficiency and supplier performance. You will oversee procurement processes for operations and manufacturing sites, establish baselines, and drive value through strategic supplier relationships and effective

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Chemical, Mechanical or other Engineering, ideally with a manufacturing, construction or chemicals focus.
• MBA or equivalent experience, Procurement, Sourcing or Finance Specialization preferred.
• 5+ years’ experience in Contract and Supplier Management, Project management and/or Strategic Sourcing in a large complex organization, ideally with a manufacturing focus.
• Experience in leading cross functional teams, often spanning several geographical locations.
• Detailed Knowledge & understanding of contract development & management.
• Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), U.S Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement (DFARS) and other applicable procurement regulations to sourcing, supplier selection, contract negotiation, contract formation, and supplier management activities involving US government or defense related contracts

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage procurement functions for North America through development and implementation of sourcing strategies and contracts.
• Identify opportunities to drive cost savings and value improvements with project plans and milestones.
• Negotiate complex product and service agreements ensuring compliance with specs and objectives.
• Apply FAR/DFARS and related regulations to sourcing and supplier management for government or defense contracts.
• Maintain supply continuity and drive cost effectiveness across manufacturing sites.
• Develop strategic relationships to understand business requirements and supplier networks.
• Monitor industry trends and integrate best practices into procurement processes.
• Measure supplier performance and optimize activities with the team to achieve results.
• Collaborate with senior leaders to set short- and long-term objectives.
• Establish governance and processes to ensure policy compliance and supply continuity.
• Guide the selection and development of strategic suppliers to meet cost and performance goals.
• Analyze market conditions and respond to supply challenges to protect operations.

Skills

Strategic negotiation

Cross-functional leadership

Customer focus

Understanding of supply markets

Team player

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business/engineering

MBA or equivalent experience

Job description

Who We Are

Dyno Nobel is a global leader in commercial explosives, manufacturing and blasting technology, delivering innovative solutions to the mining, quarry, construction, and seismic industries. With a legacy of safety, performance, and technical excellence, Dyno Nobel is known for pushing the boundaries of what's possible in commercial explosives—helping customers optimize operations, improve productivity, and reduce environmental impact. Backed by a team of dedicated professionals and a commitment to continuous improvement, Dyno Nobel sets the standard for reliable and responsible blasting manufacturing and services worldwide.

What You’ll Do

As a Sourcing Manager, you will lead and manage the America's Procurement function, ensuring a high performing team, delivering on cost effective solutions, balancing internal requirements with supply market capability and risk. Other duties include:

• Effectively support procurement functions for operational & manufacturing sites across North America through leading the development and implementation of sourcing strategies, procurement processes, negotiation and management of supply and service contracts for ongoing operational expenses
• Establish a baseline and conduct opportunity analysis to identify and evaluate projects that drive substantial cost savings and long-term value improvements. Develop and implement project plans, including key deliverables, metrics, and milestones.
• Lead the development and negotiation of complex product and service agreements with suppliers and contractors, ensuring compliance with service requirements, product specifications, and functional objectives.
• Apply knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement (DFARS) and other applicable procurement regulations to sourcing, supplier selection, contract negotiation, contract formation, and supplier management activities involving US government or defense related contracts.
• Manage continuity of supply of designated materials to manufacturing sites while driving cost effectiveness and value.
• Identify, develop, and foster strategic business relationships to create opportunities and gain a comprehensive understanding of business requirements.
• Maintain and provide a current understanding of industry best practices and technology trends to team members and business partners and incorporate these best practices into business processes where appropriate.
• Measure, assess and manage the overall performance of the supplier network within the field of expertise.
• Identify metrics, tools, and processes to optimize sourcing, supplier activities, and efficiencies, and work collaboratively with team members to prioritize options and ensure effective implementation.
• Collaborate with senior functional leaders to establish short-term and long-term business objectives.
• Implement process disciplines and management systems necessary to achieve desired results.
• Manage governance and control programs to ensure supply continuity and comply with corporate and regulatory policies.
• Guide the selection, development, and management of strategic suppliers to meet commodity cost and performance goals.
• Interpret and monitor current market conditions/trends, developing technologies, supply chain capacity/ capability, product knowledge, customer requirements and supply/demand challenges. Guide an agile response to these challenges to ensure business continuity.

What We're Looking For:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Chemical, Mechanical or other Engineering, ideally with a manufacturing, construction or chemicals focus
• MBA or equivalent experience, Procurement, Sourcing or Finance Specialization preferred
• 5+ years’ experience in Contract and Supplier Management, Project management and/or Strategic Sourcing in a large complex organization, ideally with a manufacturing focus.
• Experience in leading cross functional teams, often spanning several geographical locations.
• Detailed Knowledge & understanding of contract development & management
• Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), U.S Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement (DFARS) and other applicable procurement regulations to sourcing, supplier selection, contract negotiation, contract formation, and supplier management activities involving US government or defense related contracts
• Strategic negotiation skills, with a focus on supplier engagement
• Clear understanding of relevant supply markets
• Strong customer focus
• Positive attitude, friendly demeanor, and a team player

What We Offer:

• 3 weeks vacation time + 12 paid holidays + PTO days
• Full health benefits including employer HSA contributions + dental plan with an orthodontic option, wellness coaching available
• Matching 401K
• Generous tuition reimbursement program
• Generous paid parental leave
• Friendly and supportive coworkers

Zero Harm for Everyone Everywhere

Value People – Respect, Recognize & Reward

Think Customer. Everyone. Every day

Treat the Business as our Own

Care for the Community & our Environment

Challenge & Improve the Status Quo

Deliver on our Promises

Dyno Nobel is an equal employment opportunity employer and will give all qualified applicants consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.