Strategic Sourcing Leader

FIS; Bolingbrook (IL); On-site; USD 96,000 - 163,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Inclusive team atmosphere

Development opportunities

Community involvement

Job summary

FIS is seeking a Sourcing Manager in Bolingbrook, IL, to lead sourcing and procurement initiatives, optimize supplier performance, and support organizational objectives. You will partner with stakeholders and suppliers to develop sourcing strategies, manage bids and contracts, and guide a team of procurement professionals.

The role requires strategic leadership, strong business acumen, and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• Experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, supplier management, or supply chain operations.
• Proven experience leading sourcing initiatives and contract administration.
• Strong analytical skills in spend analysis and market research.
• Experience leading teams and influencing stakeholders across functions.
• Excellent communication and relationship-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing, procurement, and supplier management activities, including category strategies, competitive bid events, contract negotiations, and supplier performance management.
• Partner with business stakeholders to identify sourcing opportunities, gather requirements, conduct spend and market analysis, and develop strategies that maximize supplier value.
• Oversee supplier contracting and onboarding activities, ensuring compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and organizational objectives.
• Manage and develop a team of procurement professionals, providing coaching, guidance, and leadership while driving continuous improvement across sourcing processes.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Team management

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Procurement platforms

Spend analytics platforms

Contract lifecycle management

Job description

FIS is seeking a Sourcing Manager in Bolingbrook, IL, to lead sourcing and procurement initiatives, optimize supplier performance, and support organizational objectives. You will partner with stakeholders and suppliers to develop sourcing strategies, manage bids and contracts, and guide a team of procurement professionals.

The role requires strategic leadership, strong business acumen, and excellent communication.