Strategic Sourcing Manager - Indirect & Facilities

About the role

The Strategic Sourcing Manager will lead and support the development, implementation, and management of sourcing strategies for indirect spend and facilities-related services that optimize supplier partnerships, drive performance objectives, and provide Roers Companies with optimal flexibility, quality, service delivery, and lowest total cost of ownership (TCO) for assigned categories.

This position will be expected to deliver value and competitive advantage to the business as measured by operational efficiency, service quality, cost optimization, risk mitigation, vendor performance, and continuous improvement across indirect spend and facility operations.

This key role within Roers Companies builds strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders and suppliers; plans, executes, and finalizes sourcing strategies for indirect categories and facility-related service providers; and works closely with key stakeholders to identify and execute opportunities that drive value to the organization.

The Strategic Sourcing Manager will facilitate cross-functional collaboration across departments to create an efficient and innovative partnership model across all functions and levels of the organization. This position is responsible for approximately $150M–$200M in indirect spend including facilities, property operations support, IT systems/hardware, and corporate services, and reports to the Director of Purchasing.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute an annual sourcing calendar of key initiatives for assigned indirect and facilities-related categories, based on business needs, stakeholder input, market conditions, and contract commitments
• Establish strong, collaborative relationships with internal departments and stakeholders to clearly define requirements for indirect goods and services (including facilities operations, property management support, corporate services, IT software/hardware, and vendor-managed services) with a focus on balancing operational needs, service levels, innovation, and financial constraints
• Understand and track key cost drivers and market factors for assigned categories, provide countermeasure concepts, forecasting, and maintain cost models and service-based “should-cost” assumptions
• Provide category knowledge and market expertise for assigned spend areas and continuously learn service delivery models, facility management best practices, and industry trends that deliver value to Roers Companies
• Leverage market knowledge, supplier optimization, service-level driven pricing structures, RFx processes, and TCO modeling through transparent SRM practices
• Create and implement SRM programs that include performance measures and scorecards, tracking vendor performance, conducting supplier reviews, and executing corrective action and recognition processes
• Establish SRM strategies to deliver against Roers Companies goals and achieve sustainable supplier relationships across facilities and indirect service providers
• Apply best-in-class practices and trends to create forward-thinking category and SRM strategies, including the use of technology platforms and analytics tools
• Execute and deploy sourcing strategies across indirect and facilities-related categories to create operational and financial advantage for Roers Companies
• Lead supplier negotiations with internal business partners in drafting and executing contracts that protect Roers Companies' interests while providing best overall value. Oversee contract structure, terms and conditions, and performance-based contracting with service providers and vendors
• Aggressively seek opportunities for cost containment and/or service improvement. Develop performance metrics, benchmarks, and utilize best practices sourcing within the indirect and facilities category portfolio
• Lead cross-functional teams of stakeholders through the end-to-end sourcing process (identification through implementation) and coordinate engagement across operations, property management, construction support, and corporate functions

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Economics, Facilities Management, or related field
• Minimum 8 years of indirect sourcing, procurement, or category management experience across service-based or indirect spend categories (facilities, corporate services, operations support, IT, HR, travel, professional services, etc.)
• Minimum 4 years’ experience in developing, negotiating, and implementing various contract types (service agreements, vendor contracts, or outsourced service models)
• Strong background working cross-functionally with multiple functions that drive business outcomes

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal skills including collaboration and willingness to adapt based on feedback
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships across the organization while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced project-based environment
• Strong verbal and written communication skills including ability to generate compelling presentations and recommendations
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple competing priorities simultaneously

Skills and Abilities

• General understanding of lean / Six Sigma principles
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Ability to operate in a dynamic environment and make decisions with incomplete information
• Global acumen and organizational agility, coupled with intellectual horsepower and effective negotiation skills
• Action oriented, driven by a passion for results, and thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environments