Strategic Sourcing Manager

Job Purpose

Herc Rentals is seeking a driven and experienced Strategic Sourcing Manager to play a pivotal role in shaping our procurement strategy across key spend categories. In this high-impact role, you will lead complex sourcing initiatives, build and manage strategic supplier partnerships, and deliver measurable cost savings and value that directly support Herc's operational and growth objectives. You will work cross-functionally with internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure procurement processes are efficient, compliant, and aligned with the company's long-term strategy.

Requirements

• 5 years of sourcing, procurement, or supply chain management experience with a Fortune 500 or large industrial organization.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, Engineering, or a related field.
• Master's degree (MBA) or advanced degree preferred.
• Professional certification (CPSM, CPM, or CIPS equivalent) a plus.

Skills

• Strong strategic thinking with the ability to develop long-term category plans aligned to business goals.
• Demonstrated expertise in negotiating complex, high-value agreements for goods and services across multiple categories.
• Strong quantitative and qualitative analysis skills, including total cost of ownership modeling, spend analysis, and financial acumen.
• Excellent project management and facilitation skills; proven ability to manage multiple concurrent projects with competing priorities, aggressive timelines, and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication, organization, and problem-solving skills; ability to present complex information clearly to all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a matrixed organization, building strong relationships with internal clients and external partners.
• Customer service focused with a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset; team player with initiative, a positive attitude, and the ability to adapt to changing business needs.
• Consistently dependable with a strong track record of meeting commitments and deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); experience with ERP or procurement platforms preferred.