Supply Chain Manager

Insight Global; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 115,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking a Manager, Strategic Sourcing & Category Management to lead the development and execution of enterprise-wide sourcing strategies that maximize value and ensure supply continuity. The role collaborates with Operations, Engineering, Technology, and Corporate Services to align initiatives with business priorities and drive sustainable results.

You will oversee complex sourcing activities, supplier relationships, and contract negotiations across capital projects,

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in strategic sourcing or category management.
• Proven success leading complex sourcing initiatives and contract management.
• Strong knowledge of sourcing methodologies and supplier management.
• Excellent cross-functional influencing and communication skills.
• Experience with ERP procurement technologies and spend analytics.

Responsibilities

• Develop multi-year category management and sourcing strategies aligned with business goals.
• Build roadmaps to improve cost, quality, reliability, and supplier diversity.
• Partner with operations, engineering, and finance to support strategic initiatives.
• Provide market intelligence and supplier insights to guide decisions.
• Lead supplier selection, negotiation, contracting, and implementation.
• Utilize TCO analysis and competitive bidding to optimize outcomes.
• Assess supplier performance and drive continuous improvement.
• Establish governance, scorecards, and procurement processes.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Category management

Procurement

Supply chain management

Contract negotiations

Stakeholder influence

Analytical skills

Cost optimization

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or related field

Master's degree in Business/Engineering/Supply Chain (preferred)

Tools

Oracle Fusion

ERP systems

Spend analytics software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The Manager, Strategic Sourcing & Category Management leads the development and execution of enterprise-wide sourcing and category management strategies that maximize value, ensure supply continuity, mitigate risk, and support our clients operational and strategic objectives. This role partners closely with leaders across Operations, Engineering, Technology, Generation, Transmission & Distribution, and Corporate Services to align sourcing initiatives with business priorities and drive sustainable results.

The Manager oversees complex sourcing activities, supplier relationships, contract negotiations, and category strategies across critical spend areas, including utility equipment and materials, capital projects and construction services, technology and digital solutions, fleet and facilities, professional services, and generation, transmission, distribution, and renewable energy support services.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop and execute multi-year category management and sourcing strategies aligned with business objectives, capital investment plans, and operational priorities.
• Build category roadmaps that improve cost, quality, reliability, sustainability, innovation, and supplier diversity while maximizing total value.
• Partner with Operations, Engineering, Generation, Transmission & Distribution, Technology, Finance, Human Resources, and Project Management teams to understand business requirements and support strategic initiatives.
• Serve as a trusted advisor by providing market intelligence, supplier insights, industry trends, and recommendations that support informed business decisions.
• Lead complex sourcing initiatives from opportunity assessment through supplier selection, negotiation, contracting, implementation, and performance monitoring.
• Develop sourcing strategies utilizing competitive bidding, supplier collaboration, total cost of ownership analysis, and other strategic procurement methodologies to optimize business outcomes.
• Conduct supplier and market assessments to identify opportunities for cost optimization, service improvement, innovation, and operational efficiency.
• Establish and promote sourcing best practices, governance, and procurement processes that enhance organizational capabilities and procurement maturity.
• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with key suppliers and industry partners, driving performance, innovation, and long-term value creation.
• Implement supplier governance frameworks, scorecards, and business review processes to ensure accountability, continuous improvement, and contract compliance.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate supply chain risks by developing sourcing strategies, contingency plans, and alternative sources of supply that strengthen business resiliency and continuity.
• Leverage spend analytics, supplier performance metrics, forecasting tools, and market intelligence to drive strategic decision-making and category planning.
• Utilize Oracle Fusion and other procurement technologies to improve sourcing effectiveness, reporting capabilities, process efficiency, and visibility across the supply chain.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing sourcing and category management team while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Drive organizational change and adoption of strategic sourcing methodologies, supporting enterprise transformation initiatives and strong stakeholder engagement across the organization.

Job Qualifications

Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate with or without reasonable accommodation that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

Education

Education: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Finance, Economics, or related field.

Years of Experience

Experience: 7+ years of experience

Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Experience in strategic sourcing, category management, procurement, supply chain management, commercial contracting, or related business functions.
• Demonstrated experience leading complex sourcing initiatives, supplier negotiations, and contract management activities.
• Strong knowledge of strategic sourcing methodologies, category management principles, supplier relationship management, and procurement best practices.
• Ability to influence, collaborate with, and build credibility among cross-functional stakeholders and senior leadership.
• Strong analytical, financial, and problem-solving skills, including experience utilizing spend analysis, market intelligence, and total cost of ownership methodologies to support decision-making.
• Knowledge of supply chain risk management practices, contract administration, and supplier performance management.
• Excellent written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Demonstrated leadership, change management, and continuous improvement capabilities.
• Proficiency with ERP systems, procurement technologies, and Microsoft Office applications.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience within the electric utility, energy, infrastructure, construction, manufacturing, or other asset-intensive and regulated industries.
• Experience sourcing and managing categories related to capital projects, utility materials and equipment, construction services, technology and digital solutions, renewable energy, generation assets, or indirect spend.
• Master's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Professional certifications such as Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM), Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), or similar credentials.
• Experience with Oracle Fusion, spend analytics platforms, supplier performance management tools, and digital procurement technologies.

Targeting a salary of $115-165K depending on level of experience.