Strategic Sourcing Leader

ttg Talent Solutions, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 102,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

ttg Talent Solutions, Inc. is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Leader in Houston to own the sourcing strategy, drive supplier performance, manage costs, and lead a small buyer team.

This hands-on leadership role requires strategic thinking, sharp negotiation skills, and close collaboration with operations to meet key procurement KPIs. You will spearhead PPV and cost-performance targets, develop strategic plans, manage MSAs, and coach buyers while partnering with Operations, Engineering, Quality, and

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of sourcing/procurement experience.
• Manufacturing environment experience.
• 1–3 years of team leadership experience.
• Strong supplier negotiation and contract management skills.
• Experience managing procurement KPIs such as PPV or cost savings.
• ERP/MRP and Excel experience.
• CAPEX/tooling experience preferred.
• Electronics, electro‑mechanical, PCB, or similar industrial sourcing experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Own Purchase Price Variance (PPV) and cost-performance targets.
• Develop and execute strategic sourcing plans.
• Negotiate supplier contracts and Master Supply Agreements (MSAs).
• Manage supplier performance, quality, delivery, and risk.
• Lead CAPEX and tooling planning and project timelines.
• Coach and develop buyers.
• Partner with Operations, Engineering, Quality, and Finance.
• Support the S&OP process and supply forecasting.

Skills

Sourcing experience

Manufacturing environment experience

Team leadership

Negotiation

Contract management

KPIs (PPV / cost savings)

ERP/MRP familiarity

Excel proficiency

CAPEX/tooling experience

Industrial sourcing (electronics etc.)

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Strategic Sourcing Leader

$120,000

Houston, TX | On-Site

A well-established industrial manufacturing company in Houston is looking for a Strategic Sourcing Leader to take ownership of sourcing strategy, supplier performance, cost management, and a small buyer team. This is a hands‑on leadership role for someone who can think strategically, negotiate with suppliers, work closely with operations, and take ownership of key procurement KPIs.

What You’ll Do

• Own Purchase Price Variance (PPV) and cost-performance targets
• Develop and execute strategic sourcing plans
• Negotiate supplier contracts and Master Supply Agreements (MSAs)
• Manage supplier performance, quality, delivery, and risk
• Lead CAPEX and tooling planning and project timelines
• Coach and develop buyers
• Partner with Operations, Engineering, Quality, and Finance
• Support the S&OP process and supply forecasting

What We’re Looking For

• 5–7 years of sourcing/procurement experience
• Manufacturing environment experience
• 1–3 years of team leadership experience
• Strong supplier negotiation and contract management skills
• Experience managing procurement KPIs such as PPV or cost savings
• ERP/MRP and Excel experience
• CAPEX/tooling experience preferred
• Electronics, electro‑mechanical, PCB, or similar industrial sourcing experience is a plus

The Details

• Location: Houston, TX
• Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday, on-site
• Salary: $120,000
• Travel: Less than 25%

If you’re a sourcing professional who wants real ownership, leadership visibility, and the opportunity to make an impact, we’d like to hear from you.