Strategic Sourcing Manager – Hybrid, Global Supply & Cost

ProDriven Global Brands; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

ProDriven Global Brands is seeking a Sourcing Category Manager to lead strategic sourcing and supplier management across core commodities. You will develop and execute cost-reduction strategies, negotiate long-term agreements, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to secure supply and drive value across the business.

The role requires 5–7 years in procurement with direct materials experience and strong negotiation skills, in a hybrid office setting with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• 5 ~ 7 years of direct procurement experience
• 3+ years of project/program management in a supply chain/procurement environment
• Experience with direct materials categories (Textiles, Fall Protection, Fasteners, Fabricated Metals, Hardware, & Locks) and/or Finished Goods sourcing

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic sourcing and supply management strategies to improve supplier performance, reduce costs, and mitigate risk
• Negotiate and manage long-term agreements with key suppliers to minimize total cost of ownership
• Continuously optimize the supply base using strategic sourcing tools and processes
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Develop cost models to understand cost drivers and secure best pricing
• Monitor market trends and maintain expertise in defined areas of responsibility
• Set supplier performance expectations and ensure compliance
• Ensure continuity of supply by proactively addressing critical supply issues
• Visit supplier facilities to evaluate capacity and processes
• Lead cross-functional supplier meetings for sourcing initiatives and cost-reduction projects

Skills

Analytical problem-solving

Strong communication

Negotiation

Independence

Cross-functional teamwork

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree

CPM

CPSM

CPIM

PMP

Lean Six Sigma (Black/Green Belt)

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

ProDriven Global Brands is seeking a Sourcing Category Manager to lead strategic sourcing and supplier management across core commodities. You will develop and execute cost-reduction strategies, negotiate long-term agreements, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to secure supply and drive value across the business.

The role requires 5–7 years in procurement with direct materials experience and strong negotiation skills, in a hybrid office setting with travel as needed.