Strategic Sourcing Manager

Columbia Search Partners, Inc.; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High visibility to senior leadership

Cross-functional impact across teams

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

A global leader in industrial manufacturing is seeking a Sourcing Manager to drive strategic sourcing and lead a team of professionals in Knoxville, TN. This role involves developing multi-tiered sourcing strategies, negotiating contracts, and mentoring team members. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of sourcing leadership experience, a strong understanding of fabricated metals, and demonstrate business acumen in cost reduction. This position is an excellent opportunity for professionals looking to make a measurable impact within a rapidly growing organization.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in sourcing or procurement leadership, ideally in industrial or manufacturing environments.
• Strong understanding of fabricated metals, electrical components, and mechanical assemblies.
• Proven ability to lead multi-site teams and manage complex supplier networks.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic sourcing for high-value, complex materials.
• Develop multi-tiered sourcing strategies mitigating risk.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and capacity guarantees.
• Mentor and develop a team of sourcing professionals.
• Implement standard work and sourcing KPIs.
• Drive risk mitigation strategies addressing tariffs and market volatility.

Skills

Experience in sourcing or procurement leadership

Understanding of fabricated metals

Leadership of multi-site teams

Business acumen in cost reduction

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related discipline

Tools

Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems

Lean Six Sigma

Supplier performance analytics

Job description

Lead Strategic Sourcing in a Global Industrial Manufacturing Environment

Our client, a global leader and growing rapidly, is driving a major transformation within its supply chain and sourcing organization. If you’re a sourcing professional energized by complex categories, global supplier management, and measurable impact — this is your opportunity to shape strategy and lead sourcing execution.

The Opportunity: Sourcing Manager

This high-impact role reports directly to the Director of Supply Chain and will lead a team of sourcing professionals responsible for critical commodities, including steel, aluminum, electrical components, and fabrications. You’ll play a key role in strengthening supply continuity, driving cost leadership, and enhancing supplier performance across rapidly growing operations.

This is an ideal fit for a sourcing leader who thrives in a data-driven, hands‑on environment — balancing strategic foresight with operational execution.

What You’ll Do

• Lead strategic sourcing for high-value, complex materials supporting the rapidly expanding business unit.
• Develop multi-tiered sourcing strategies that mitigate risk, ensure continuity, and leverage global supplier partnerships.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and capacity guarantees to secure long-term cost and availability advantages.
• Mentor and develop a team of 5–6 sourcing professionals, instilling accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Implement standard work and sourcing KPIs that improve cost, lead time, and supplier quality performance.
• Drive risk mitigation strategies addressing tariffs, logistics constraints, and market volatility through supplier diversification and proactive forecasting.

What You’ll Bring

• Experience: 5+ years in sourcing or procurement leadership, ideally within industrial, manufacturing, or engineered product environments.
• Expertise: Strong understanding of fabricated metals, electrical components, and mechanical assemblies.
• Leadership: Proven ability to lead multi-site teams and manage complex supplier networks.
• Business Acumen: Demonstrated results in cost reduction, supplier consolidation, and risk mitigation.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related discipline.
• Technical Tools: Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems, Lean Six Sigma, and supplier performance analytics.

Why Join This Organization

This company is recognized globally for engineering excellence and product innovation, with a strong pipeline of growth and investment across its operations. You’ll join a culture that values integrity, accountability, and data-driven decision making — where sourcing is viewed as a strategic enabler of performance, not just a cost center.

Additional Benefits

• High visibility to senior leadership
• Cross-functional impact across manufacturing and engineering teams
• Career advancement opportunities within a global enterprise

Confidentiality Notice

This search is strictly confidential. Experienced sourcing professionals ready to lead transformation and drive measurable value are encouraged to inquire for a discreet discussion.