Capital Sourcing Manager I/II

About the role

The Capital Sourcing Manager I or II will engage global suppliers to secure best-net-value solutions for Rockline's North American operations. This role involves partnering with Engineering, Operations, Finance, and plant leadership to deliver cost-effective, high-quality capital solutions while managing risk, supplier performance, and total cost of ownership.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for capital equipment (e.g., manufacturing lines, automation systems, packaging equipment, facilities infrastructure)
• Drive total cost of ownership (TCO) optimization, including acquisition, installation, maintenance, and lifecycle costs
• Support long-range capital planning through market intelligence and cost benchmarking
• Lead supplier selection and performance initiatives
• Stay ahead of global market shifts, cost drivers, and industry trends
• Identify innovation opportunities and share insights with key stakeholders
• Partner with Engineering and Operations to support innovation and reformulation needs
• Collaborate with internal teams on negotiations, contract development, pricing structures, commercial terms, and issue resolution
• Prepare and analyze RFQs/RFPs, cost models, and pricing assessments
• Support sustainability initiatives, including bio-based materials, reduced environmental impact, and responsible sourcing
• Collaborate with other departments to transition the capital sourcing processes from tactical to strategic
• Implement Strategic Sourcing best practices & processes into the capital sourcing process to drive value
• Identify global strategic and non-strategic suppliers who have the ability to deliver best net value, product development, innovation, and competitiveness requirements
• Negotiate terms & conditions, Performance Specifications, Acceptance Criteria, Liquidated Damages, Payment Terms and implement appropriate contracts and/or purchase order terms of sale with suppliers where applicable

Requirements

• 4+ years of strategic sourcing or related experience (capital strongly preferred; strategic sourcing experience or experience in a related discipline)
• 6+ years for the Capital Sourcing Manager II position
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, Finance, Economics, or related field required
• MBA or professional certifications such as CPSM, CPIM, or C.P.M. preferred
• Proven experience in manufacturing environments
• Strong negotiation, cost modeling, and market analysis skills
• Able to evaluate supply sources, analyze pricing, and guide stakeholders in decision-making
• Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills
• Knowledge of contract law, agreements, and the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC)
• Experience in manufacturing environments preferred
• Self-directed, analytical thinker who can influence and lead cross-functional efforts
• Ability to travel up to 25% domestically and internationally

Preferred Qualifications

• A mechanical aptitude, maintenance, and/or engineering knowledge/expertise are strongly preferred
• Experience sourcing automation, converting, or packaging equipment
• Exposure to global sourcing and international suppliers
• A strong understanding of the financial aspects of capital expenditures – ROI, NPV, cash flow, total cost of ownership
• Experience with sourcing contractors to meet internal needs
• A working knowledge of engineering terminology and technical processes and equipment
• Proven change management skills