Technical Sourcing Manager

Horizontal Talent; Reading (MA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement plan

Job summary

Horizontal is seeking a Technical Sourcing Manager to lead strategic sourcing, supplier management, and procurement execution in a fast-moving technical environment. You will oversee capital equipment, spare parts, and services sourcing while partnering with cross-functional teams to keep programs moving forward.

Responsibilities include owning RFQ processes, negotiations, and supplier selection for high-value purchases; building scalable procurement processes; developing supplier performance

Qualifications

• 5+ years of strategic sourcing, procurement, or supply chain management in an industrial, technical, or similar environment.
• Experience managing CAPEX, MRO, or NPI procurement programs and vendor portfolios.
• Background in negotiating contracts with OEMs, equipment manufacturers, or construction contractors.
• Ability to develop sourcing strategies, procurement processes, or SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Own sourcing activities across capital equipment, spare parts, services, and related procurement needs from supplier identification through contract award and delivery.
• Lead RFQ processes, negotiations, and supplier selection efforts for complex, high-value technical purchases.
• Build and improve sourcing frameworks, SOPs, and operating rhythms that support scalable procurement processes.
• Develop and maintain supplier performance programs, including scorecards and recurring business reviews.
• Identify supply chain risks and support mitigation strategies such as alternate sourcing and contingency planning.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

CAPEX procurement

Vendor management

Negotiation

Excel

Cross-functional collaboration

Supply chain

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field

MBA or master’s degree in supply chain/operations/analytics

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

We're looking for a Technical Sourcing Manager to lead strategic sourcing, supplier management, and procurement execution for a technical, fast-moving environment. This role offers the opportunity to support capital equipment, spare parts, and services sourcing while partnering closely with cross-functional teams to help keep important programs moving forward.

Responsibilities

• Own sourcing activities across capital equipment, spare parts, services, and related procurement needs from supplier identification through contract award and delivery
• Lead RFQ processes, negotiations, and supplier selection efforts for complex, high-value technical purchases
• Build and improve sourcing frameworks, standard operating procedures, and operating rhythms that support scalable procurement processes
• Develop and maintain supplier performance programs, including scorecards, service expectations, and recurring business reviews
• Help identify supply chain risks and support mitigation strategies such as alternate sourcing, should-cost analysis, and contingency planning
• Track budgets, monitor cost variances, and support change management governance related to procurement activity
• Partner with planning, engineering, operations, and other stakeholders to align sourcing timelines with project and site milestones
• Support inventory strategy and spare parts availability to help ensure readiness and continuity
• Contribute to cost optimization efforts and help drive measurable savings where possible
• Serve as a procurement resource within cross-functional planning discussions and help influence strategic decisions

Skills

• 5+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or supply chain management in an industrial, technical, or similar environment
• Experience managing CAPEX, MRO, or NPI procurement programs and vendor portfolios
• Background in negotiating contracts with OEMs, equipment manufacturers, or construction contractors
• Ability to develop sourcing strategies, procurement processes, or standard operating procedures
• Strong experience in manufacturing and supply chain settings
• Hands‑on experience with new product introduction sourcing and technical procurement support
• Advanced Excel skills and strong project management capabilities
• Effective communication and collaboration skills for working with cross‑functional teams

Preferred Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field
• Experience in automation, semiconductors, high‑tech, or a comparable technical industry
• Familiarity with ERP or MRP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or similar platforms
• Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement training or certification
• Experience managing budgets and delivering cost optimization results
• MBA or master's degree in supply chain, operations, engineering, analytics, or a related discipline
• Experience in a technical product development environment with multiple stakeholders

Horizontal is committed to creating an inclusive environment where diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences are valued. We welcome candidates who bring curiosity, collaboration, and a commitment to building equitable workplaces where everyone can contribute and succeed.

For those that join the team, we offer competitive compensation and benefits including medical, dental, vision, and retirement.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Retirement

The pay range for this role is $37 - $71 per hour based on qualifications and experience.