Strategic Sourcing Lead: Cost Savings & Suppliers

my7elevenhr; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

7-Eleven is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Manager to oversee procurement activities for products and services, including construction, facility services, parts and equipment. You will shape sourcing strategies using data-driven insights to drive significant savings while managing contracts and supplier relationships across key initiatives.

You will work with leaders to define requirements, run RFx events, evaluate proposals, negotiate favorable terms, and build governance processes that enhance

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing end-to-end sourcing/procurement.
• Experience with RFx events, proposals, and supplier negotiations.
• Ability to build supplier relationships and lead cross-functional teams.
• Strong analytical skills to derive savings and drive efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with leadership to understand business needs and define specifications.
• Lead sourcing events, analyze results, and shape negotiation strategies.
• Negotiate contracts to optimize spend, reduce risk, and drive total cost of ownership.
• Develop and implement procurement best practices and supplier governance.
• Prepare reports and present findings to leadership; support supplier reviews.

Skills

Sourcing strategy

Negotiation

Contract management

Data-driven decision making

Stakeholder management

Job description

7-Eleven is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Manager to oversee procurement activities for products and services, including construction, facility services, parts and equipment. You will shape sourcing strategies using data-driven insights to drive significant savings while managing contracts and supplier relationships across key initiatives.

You will work with leaders to define requirements, run RFx events, evaluate proposals, negotiate favorable terms, and build governance processes that enhance