Strategic Sourcing Manager

Genex Services, LLC; United States; Remote; USD 96,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative organization is on the lookout for a Strategic Sourcing Manager to join its dynamic team. This remote role offers the chance to shape sourcing strategies that optimize costs and foster strong supplier relationships. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, drive cost optimization, and support supplier diversity initiatives. With a focus on strategic sourcing and contract negotiation, you will play a pivotal role in achieving business objectives while ensuring compliance and risk management. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a forward-thinking company dedicated to employee well-being and career growth.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• 10+ years in strategic sourcing, procurement, or vendor management.
• Strong negotiation skills and experience with contract management.

Responsibilities

• Execute sourcing strategies to optimize costs and enhance partnerships.
• Conduct contract negotiations and manage the contract lifecycle.

Skills

Negotiation Skills

Contract Management

Partnership Building

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in business

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

Company Overview

The Enlyte Family of Businesses

Mitchell | Genex | Coventry

Enlyte is the parent brand of Mitchell, Genex and Coventry, an organization unlike any other in the Property & Casualty industry, bringing together three great businesses with a shared vision of using technology innovation, clinical services and network solutions to help our customers and the people they serve. Our suite of products and services enable our employees to help people recover from challenging life events, while providing opportunities for meaningful impact and career growth.

Job Description

This position is remote and can be located anywhere in the United States.

We are seeking a dynamic and results-oriented Strategic Sourcing Manager to join our Strategic Sourcing team. If you have a passion for strategic sourcing, a track record of managing complex sourcing initiatives, and a drive to optimize sourcing strategies, we invite you to apply. As the Strategic Sourcing Manager, you will play a key role in our strategic sourcing function. Your primary focus will be to execute strategic sourcing strategies that optimize costs and enhance partnerships with internal business units. You will participate in cross-functional teams and foster collaboration to achieve our sourcing objectives.

Key responsibilities of the role include:

Sourcing Strategy, Supplier Management, and Contract Negotiation:

• Collaborate with internal business units to gain a deep understanding of their sourcing needs and priorities.
• Execute sourcing strategies that align with business objectives while optimizing costs and supplier relationships.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, focusing on collaboration, innovation, and performance improvement.
• Conduct contract negotiations with suppliers to secure favorable terms, pricing, and service level agreements while mitigating risks.
• Ensure that all contracts align with organizational goals and legal requirements.
• Manage the end-to-end contract lifecycle, including renewal, amendments, and dispute resolution.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including finance, operations, legal, and other stakeholders, to ensure sourcing needs are met and integrated into broader business plans.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for sourcing and supplier management, facilitating open communication and partnership-building.

Cost Optimization, Risk Management, and Governance:

• Track strategic and operational KPIs that align with business objectives and focus areas.
• Execute cost optimization plans for assigned spending categories.
• Identify and mitigate sourcing risks, implement risk mitigation strategies, and conduct supplier risk assessments.
• Support governance and third-party risk management framework, proactively identifying risks and providing insights.

Supplier Diversity and Sustainability:

• Support initiatives to promote supplier diversity and sustainability in the sourcing process.
• Identify opportunities to engage with diverse suppliers and encourage sustainability practices throughout the supply chain.

Principal Working Relationships

• VP, Strategic Sourcing
• SVP, Global Business Services
• Executive and Senior Level Business Unit Leadership
• Cross-Functional Stakeholders

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, or related field. (Master's degree preferred).
• 10+ years in strategic sourcing, procurement, or vendor management.

• Strong negotiation skills and experience with contract management.
• Ability to build and maintain effective partnerships with internal business teams.
• Deep understanding of sourcing best practices, market trends, and supplier landscape.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills.
• Strong analytical and data-driven decision-making skills.
• Certifications such as CSCP, CPSM, or CIPS are a plus.

Benefits

We’re committed to supporting your ultimate well-being through our total compensation package offerings that support your health, wealth and self. These offerings include Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Accounts / Flexible Spending Accounts, Life and AD&D Insurance, 401(k), Tuition Reimbursement, and an array of resources that encourage a lifetime of healthier living. Benefits eligibility may differ depending on full-time or part-time status. The expected base pay for this position ranges from $96,000 - $140,000 annually, and will be based on a number of additional factors including skills, experience, and education.

The Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and underrepresented minorities are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

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