Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Leader

Knobelsdorff Electric Inc.; Eagan (MN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid health & dental coverage

401(k) with company match

Performance-based incentives

PTO and holidays

Education reimbursement

Employee discounts

Job summary

Knobelsdorff Electric Inc. is seeking a Procurement Category Manager in Eagan, MN.

The role focuses on developing and executing procurement strategies across materials, equipment, services, and operations purchasing, while driving value and project efficiency. You will lead supplier sourcing, negotiations, and contract management, align with project teams on demand and forecasts, and pursue cost savings and standardization across procurement activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field required.
• 5+ years in procurement or category management.
• Experience negotiating contracts and managing supplier relationships.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute category strategies for materials, equipment, services, and operations purchasing.
• Process, review, and manage purchase orders with approvals and timely placement.
• Lead supplier sourcing, evaluation, negotiation, and selection processes.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, rebate programs, and service agreements to maximize value.
• Build and manage strategic supplier relationships and monitor performance.
• Collaborate with project teams to understand demand forecasts and procurement requirements.

Skills

Category management

Negotiation

Analytics

ERP proficiency

Stakeholder management

Construction/industrial experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

ERP systems

Procurement software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Knobelsdorff Electric Inc. is seeking a Procurement Category Manager in Eagan, MN.

The role focuses on developing and executing procurement strategies across materials, equipment, services, and operations purchasing, while driving value and project efficiency. You will lead supplier sourcing, negotiations, and contract management, align with project teams on demand and forecasts, and pursue cost savings and standardization across procurement activities.