Strategic Sourcing Manager — Savings & Supplier Strategy

Averro; Woodland (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

FSAs

Employer-paid life insurance

Voluntary benefits

401(k) match

Job summary

Averro is seeking a seasoned sourcer to develop category strategies, negotiate supplier terms, and manage master agreements for a multi-plant environment in the United States. The role emphasizes driving savings and risk mitigation while collaborating with Engineering and cross-functional teams.

Ideal candidates bring 5–7+ years in strategic sourcing, experience handling $50M+ spends, and strong Excel/ERP/MRP skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5-7+ years of strategic sourcing experience with category strategy and measurable savings; $50M+ spend managed (any industry).
• Strong negotiation skills; proficient in Excel and ERP/MRP systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop category sourcing strategies across demand, supply base, pricing, and risk.
• Lead supplier negotiations; administer master supply agreements and blanket POs.
• Perform commodity analysis; partner with Engineering on multi-plant material forecasts.
• Select and develop suppliers; mitigate cost, capacity, quality, and supply risk.
• Track savings, cost avoidance, and supplier performance with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Supplier negotiation

Category management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, or related field

Tools

Excel

ERP/MRP systems

SQL

Power BI

Job description

Averro is seeking a seasoned sourcer to develop category strategies, negotiate supplier terms, and manage master agreements for a multi-plant environment in the United States. The role emphasizes driving savings and risk mitigation while collaborating with Engineering and cross-functional teams.

Ideal candidates bring 5–7+ years in strategic sourcing, experience handling $50M+ spends, and strong Excel/ERP/MRP skills.