Manager, Sourcing (Hybrid, Plano)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Leads sourcing strategies and procurement initiatives for assigned non-clinical categories.
• Manages end-to-end sourcing projects including scope development, supplier research, bidding (RFP/RFI/RFQ), evaluation, and award decisions.
• Builds strong relationships with internal stakeholders to understand needs and ensure sourcing strategies align with organizational priorities.
• Develops and implements category strategies that deliver cost savings, process efficiencies, service improvements, and risk mitigation.
• Oversees supplier selection and negotiation of pricing, terms, and performance metrics with an emphasis on long-term value.
• Analyzes total cost of ownership, new technologies, and benchmarks supplier offerings to optimize sourcing decisions.
• Collaborates with finance and department leads to track savings and ensure budget alignment.
• Facilitates supplier onboarding and transition activities; manages supplier performance including service levels, issue resolution, and contract compliance.
• Provides market intelligence and industry trends to support decision-making.
• PARTNERS WITH LEGAL DURING CONTRACTING PHASE TO ENSURE ALIGNMENT BETWEEN SOURCING INTENT AND FINAL AGREEMENTS.
• Continuously identifies and implements sourcing process improvements and category optimizations.
• SUPPORTS INTERNAL TRAINING AND CHANGE MANAGEMENT RELATED TO SOURCED SERVICES AND NEW VENDOR PROCESSES.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (supply chain, finance, accounting, business).
• Master’s Degree preferred.
• 2-5 years of experience in strategic sourcing, supplier management, or procurement functions.
• Indirect spend or multi-site management experience preferred.
• Prior experience with travel management programs, event services, freight, or facilities-related supplies preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in vendor negotiations.
• Strong analytical and project management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word), sourcing tools, and ERP/procurement systems.
• Knowledge of contract lifecycle is preferred but not primary.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.