Strategic Construction & Engineering Sourcing Lead

UCB S.A.; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 148,000 - 194,000; Full time

Job summary

UCB is seeking a strategic, collaborative Construction & Engineering Sourcing Manager to join our Procurement team in Atlanta, Georgia. This hybrid role supports major capital projects by leading sourcing for construction, engineering, commissioning, qualification, and related services.

You will drive procurement strategy, negotiate complex supplier agreements, and manage supplier qualification, due diligence, and competitive bidding to maximize value and mitigate risk.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, MBA preferred, Engineering, Manufacturing, or Supply Chain.
• 5+ years supporting major capital projects and sourcing activities.
• Experience sourcing construction and engineering services.
• Contract negotiation and supplier management experience.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to travel up to 35% as business needs require.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing activities for construction, engineering, and capital project services.
• Develop and execute procurement strategies for major capital investments.
• Manage supplier qualification, due diligence, and competitive bidding processes.
• Negotiate contracts that optimize value while minimizing commercial risk.
• Evaluate supplier proposals and support sourcing decisions for complex projects.
• Build strong partnerships with stakeholders and strategic suppliers.

Skills

Capital project sourcing

Construction & engineering services

Contract negotiation

Stakeholder management

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA preferred

Engineering background

Supply Chain background

Job description

UCB is seeking a strategic, collaborative Construction & Engineering Sourcing Manager to join our Procurement team in Atlanta, Georgia. This hybrid role supports major capital projects by leading sourcing for construction, engineering, commissioning, qualification, and related services.

You will drive procurement strategy, negotiate complex supplier agreements, and manage supplier qualification, due diligence, and competitive bidding to maximize value and mitigate risk.