Strategic Sourcing Leader: Drive Cost & Quality

Sportech, LLC; Elk River (MN); On-site; USD 105,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

401k with employer match

Paid holidays and vacation

Sportech Learning Academy

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sportech, LLC in Elk River, MN is seeking a Sourcing Manager to lead the strategic sourcing lifecycle. You will collaborate with internal and external partners to drive supplier selection, negotiate complex agreements, and optimize the supplier matrix to support new and existing product lines.

The role emphasizes cost reduction, risk management, and cross-functional teamwork. You will manage spend across categories, develop category plans, and align with Engineering, Project Management and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, economics, supply chain or engineering strongly preferred.
• Five+ years of increasing responsibilities in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership and cross-functional influence.
• Proven track record in RFP development, sourcing processes, and negotiation.

Responsibilities

• Manage spend across assigned commodity categories.
• Develop supplier strategies and optimal supplier matrix.
• Lead cost-reduction and value engineering initiatives.
• Negotiate complex agreements with global suppliers.
• Ensure on-time delivery and supplier performance.

Skills

Negotiation

Supplier management

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Cost optimization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business/supply chain/engineering

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Advanced Excel

Epicor

Job description

Sportech, LLC in Elk River, MN is seeking a Sourcing Manager to lead the strategic sourcing lifecycle. You will collaborate with internal and external partners to drive supplier selection, negotiate complex agreements, and optimize the supplier matrix to support new and existing product lines.

The role emphasizes cost reduction, risk management, and cross-functional teamwork. You will manage spend across categories, develop category plans, and align with Engineering, Project Management and