Strategic Sourcing Manager

Roers Companies; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plans

Family Leave

Employer Paid Benefits

401(K)

Competitive PTO

Wellness program

Guest suites stays

Rent Discount

Referral bonus program

Charitable Match Program

Professional Development Opportunities

Employee Assistance Programs

Job summary

Roers Companies seeks an energetic Strategic Sourcing Manager to lead the development and management of sourcing strategies for construction materials and subcontracted services. You will drive cost optimization, supplier performance, and value across $150M–$200M of spend.

You will build strong cross-functional relationships and deliver competitive advantage through effective negotiations and strategic SRM programs within a growing, entrepreneurial environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Economics, Construction Management, or related field.
• 8+ years of strategic sourcing experience in construction, manufacturing, or similar environments.
• 4+ years developing, negotiating, and implementing various contract types including supplier agreements.
• Strong cross-functional collaboration to drive business outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute annual sourcing initiatives for assigned construction categories based on plans and market conditions.
• Build collaborative relationships to define requirements for materials and subcontractor services balancing cost, quality, and schedule.
• Lead end-to-end sourcing processes and coordinate across preconstruction, construction, and procurement teams.
• Develop SRM programs with metrics, reviews, and corrective actions to improve supplier performance.

Skills

Global Acumen

Negotiation Skills

Cross-functional Collaboration

Action Oriented

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Economics, Construction Management, or related field

Job description

Description

Roers Companies is seeking an energetic, dedicated professional to join our team as a Strategic Sourcing Manager!

If you are a \" Seller-Doer\" type of person, that can hit the street, break us into New Vendors, negotiate solid contracts and pricing while leveraging our buying power, we would love to talk with you!! This will be more of a \"salesperson\" role but with vendors rather than clients. Construction knowledge is a plus but not necessary!

About Us

Roers Companies is a multi-year USA Today Top Workplace and national leader in multifamily real estate, development, construction, and property management. Headquartered in Plymouth, Minnesota, we’re on a mission to elevate multifamily housing by developing quality homes in high-demand neighborhoods. Since our founding in 2012, Roers Cos. has developed more than $4.5 billion in real estate, representing 16,000+ homes across the U.S. In 2026, the company is ranked nationally among the NMHC top 25 multifamily builders (No. 25) and developers (No. 19) and the AHF top affordable housing developers (No. 5). Our team thrives on purpose-filled work, an entrepreneurial spirit, and unlimited growth potential.

About You

You’re passionate about your work and strive to achieve ambitious goals. You offer an extra hand and aren’t afraid to ask for help when needed. You act with integrity and empathy for the people around you. You get the big picture while executing the little details. In other words, you share our corporate values—passion, work ethic, teamwork, integrity, and ownership mindset.

Job Summary

The Strategic Sourcing Manager will lead and support the development, implementation, and management of sourcing strategies for assigned construction categories that optimize supplier partnerships, drive performance objectives, and provide Roers Companies with optimal flexibility, quality, delivery, and lowest total cost of ownership (TCO) for assigned categories.

This position will be expected to deliver value and competitive advantage to the business as measured by project execution, cost optimization, value improvement, innovation, risk mitigation, and supplier performance.

This key role within Roers Companies builds strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders and suppliers; plans, executes, and finalizes sourcing strategies for construction materials and subcontracted services; works closely with key stakeholders to identify and execute potential opportunities that drive value to the organization.

The Strategic Sourcing Manager will drive strategy development, cost management and reduction targets, and coordinate sourcing activities to support project initiatives. This role will work with cross-functional teams to create an efficient and innovative partnership across all functions and levels of the organization. This position is responsible for approximately $150M–$200M in construction-related spend across materials and trade partners, and reports to the Director of Purchasing.

Responsibilities

Operational Excellence

• Define and execute an annual sourcing calendar of key initiatives for assigned construction categories, based on business plans, project pipeline, stakeholder input, market conditions, and contract commitments
• Establish strong, collaborative relationships with internal departments and stakeholders to clearly define requirements for construction materials and subcontractor services with a focus on balancing operational needs, cost, quality, and schedule requirements
• Understand and track key input cost drivers and market factors for assigned categories, provide countermeasure concepts, forecasting, and maintain cost models and should-cost assumptions adapted to construction materials and services
• Provide category knowledge and market expertise for assigned spend and continuously learn construction materials, subcontracting practices, and industry best practices that deliver value to Roers Companies

Supplier Relationship Management

• Enable sourcing value by leveraging market knowledge, supplier optimization, predictable pricing plans, RFx processes, and TCO cost modeling through transparent SRM practices
• Create and implement SRM programs including performance measures and scorecards, tracking and reporting supplier performance, conducting reviews, and taking corrective and recognition actions
• Establish SRM strategies to deliver against Roers Companies goals and achieve sustainable supplier and subcontractor relationships
• Apply best-in-class practices and trends to create forward-thinking category and SRM strategies, including the use of analytical tools and sourcing technology

Sourcing Process

• Execute and deploy sourcing strategies across construction categories and trade partner networks to create competitive advantage for Roers Companies
• Lead supplier negotiations with internal business partners in drafting and executing contracts that protect Roers Companies’ interests while providing best overall value. Oversee contract structure, terms and conditions, and performance-based contracting with suppliers and subcontractors
• Aggressively seek opportunities for cost containment and/or improvement. Develop performance metrics, benchmarks, and utilize best practices sourcing within the construction category portfolio
• Lead cross-functional teams through the end-to-end sourcing process (identification through implementation) and coordinate engagement across preconstruction, construction, and procurement stakeholders

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Economics, Construction Management, or related field

Experience

• Minimum 8 years of strategic sourcing experience in direct or project-based categories (construction, manufacturing, or similar environments)
• Minimum 4 years of experience in developing, negotiating, and implementing various contract types (including supplier agreements or subcontractor contracts)
• Strong background working cross-functionally with multiple functions that drive business outcomes

Competencies

• Global Acumen
• Organizational Agility
• Intellectual Horsepower
• Negotiation Skills
• Passion for Results
• Action Oriented
• Strong interpersonal skills including collaboration and willingness to adapt based on feedback
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships across the organization while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced project-based environment
• Strong verbal and written communication skills including ability to generate compelling presentations and recommendations
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple competing priorities simultaneously

Compensation and Benefits for Strategic Sourcing Manager:

Pay Range: $110,000 - $135,000

Compensation is determined by several factors that vary depending on the position, including the individual’s experience, skills, and the knowledge they bring to the specific role.

Roers offers a comprehensive benefits & perks package to full-time employees which may include:

• Health Plans - Medical, dental, vision, FSA, and HSA
• Family Leave - Paid birth & bonding leave
• Employer Paid Benefits - Basic life insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), and short-term disability
• Additional Voluntary Benefits – Life Insurance, AD&D, long-term disability, critical illness, and accident insurance
• 401(K) - 3% company contribution, 100% vested after 2 years of employment
• Competitive PTO - 3 weeks of PTO with immediate accrual, 9 paid holidays, 1 floating holiday, and bereavement
• Health and Wellness - fitness membership reimbursement program
• Free stays in Roers’ properties guest suites
• Rent Discount - 20% discount for employees living in Roers Companies properties
• Employee Referral Bonus Program - $2,500 referral bonus paid once referred candidate completes 60 days of employment
• Charitable Match Program – Roers matches employee donations to charitable organizations
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programs

Roers Companies is focused on building a workforce that is diverse and inclusive. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other basis forbidden under federal, provincial, or local law.

Roers Companies participates in E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. For further information about the federal E-Verify program, please follow each link to see the Right to Work (https://www.everify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/IER_RightToWorkPoster%20Eng_Es.pdf) and E-Verify Participation posters (https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/EVerifyParticipationPoster.pdf).

Candidates will be required to pass a criminal background check and motor vehicle record report.

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