Strategic Sourcing Manager

Foxconn Industrial Internet - FII; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance and disability coverage

401K with employer contribution

Paid time off (Personal, Vacation, and

Job summary

Foxconn Industrial Internet - FII seeks a Strategic Sourcing Manager to lead high-value categories across manufacturing operations. This role partners with executives to shape procurement strategies that optimize cost, continuity, and innovation.

The candidate will drive multiyear category plans, negotiate with global suppliers, and mentor procurement teams while aligning with NPD and capital projects. Houston-based, travel 15–20%.

Qualifications

• Advanced strategic thinking and business acumen.
• Expert negotiation and contract management skills.
• Deep knowledge of manufacturing supply chains and operations.
• Strong financial and analytical expertise (cost modeling, TCO, market analysis).
• Executive-level communication and stakeholder management.
• Leadership and team development capabilities.
• Ability to influence across a global, matrixed organization.
• Strong risk management and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute multi-year category strategies aligned with objectives.
• Lead strategic planning, demand forecasting, market intelligence, risk assessment.
• Identify opportunities for supplier collaboration and innovation.
• Lead complex sourcing initiatives and negotiations with global suppliers.
• Oversee contract development ensuring alignment with legal, financial, and operational requirements.
• Build executive-level partnerships to drive performance, innovation, and long-term value.
• Implement supplier segmentation models and governance frameworks.
• Lead supplier business reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Drive significant cost savings and value creation through analytics and TCO.
• Collaborate with senior leaders to align category strategies with business priorities.
• Lead cross-functional and global project teams; mentor staff.
• Drive accountability and continuous improvement culture.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Negotiation

Contract management

Manufacturing supply chain

Financial analysis

Executive communication

Leadership

Risk management

Cross-functional collaboration

Global sourcing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field

MBA or advanced degree

Tools

ERP systems (SAP, Oracle)

Procurement tools

Job description

The Strategic Sourcing Manager is a leadership role responsible for overseeing high-value and complex spend categories, developing long-term sourcing strategies, and leading enterprise-wide initiatives that drive cost optimization, supply continuity, and innovation. This role serves as a key advisor to senior leadership and plays a critical role in shaping procurement strategies that support manufacturing excellence and business growth.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Category Leadership

• Develop and execute multi-year category strategies aligned with corporate, operational, and manufacturing objectives
• Lead strategic planning processes, including demand forecasting, market intelligence, and risk assessment
• Identify opportunities for innovation, supplier collaboration, and competitive advantage

Advanced Sourcing & Negotiation

• Lead complex, high-impact sourcing initiatives and negotiations with global suppliers
• Establish and execute negotiation strategies that deliver best-in-class commercial outcomes
• Oversee contract development, ensuring alignment with legal, financial, and operational requirements
• Build executive-level partnerships with strategic suppliers to drive performance, innovation, and long-term value
• Implement supplier segmentation models and governance frameworks
• Lead supplier business reviews and continuous improvement initiatives

Cost Leadership & Value Engineering

• Drive significant cost savings and value creation through advanced analytics, should-cost modeling, and total cost of ownership (TCO) methodologies
• Champion value engineering and demand management initiatives across manufacturing operations
• Monitor commodity markets and economic trends to proactively manage cost and risk

Cross-Functional Influence

• Partner with senior leaders in operations, engineering, R&D, and finance to align category strategies with business priorities
• Lead procurement involvement in new product development (NPD) and capital projects
• Act as a trusted advisor to stakeholders on sourcing decisions and supplier strategies
• Identify, assess, and mitigate supply chain risks (e.g., geopolitical, capacity, single-source dependencies)
• Ensure adherence to company policies, regulatory requirements, and sustainability goals
• Lead business continuity and contingency planning efforts
• Mentor and develop Sourcing Specialist and procurement professionals
• Lead cross-functional and global project teams
• Drive a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Annual cost savings and value creation
• Supplier performance (quality, delivery, innovation)
• Spend under management and contract compliance
• Risk reduction and supply continuity metrics
• Contribution to new product development and innovation
• Team performance and development outcomes
• Senior-level role within a fast-paced, global manufacturing organization
• Requires strong cross-functional collaboration and executive interaction
• Travel required (15-20%) for supplier engagement and site visits

Basic Qualifications

• Advanced strategic thinking and business acumen
• Expert negotiation and contract management skills
• Deep knowledge of manufacturing supply chains and operations
• Strong financial and analytical expertise (cost modeling, TCO, market analysis)
• Executive-level communication and stakeholder management
• Leadership and team development capabilities
• Ability to influence across a global, matrixed organization
• Strong risk management and decision-making skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with global sourcing and international supplier networks
• Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and advanced procurement tools
• Certification such as CPSM, CIPS, or Six Sigma (Black Belt preferred)

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field
• MBA or advanced degree strongly preferred
• 8+ years of progressive experience in procurement, category management, or strategic sourcing in a manufacturing environment
• Proven experience managing large, complex spend categories (e.g., direct materials, capital equipment, logistics, raw materials)
• Demonstrated success delivering significant cost savings and strategic value initiatives

Why Join Us

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Basic life insurance and short-term disability coverage provided by employer.
• Supplemental life insurance and long-term disability coverage options available.
• 401K with employer contribution.
• Personal, Vacation, and Holiday paid time off for all full-time employees.

Our company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or marital status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.