CrawlJobs Logo

Strategic Sourcing and Procurement Assistant Manager

https://www.roberthalf.com Logo

Robert Half

Location Icon

Location:
United States , Kankakee

Category Icon
Category:
Purchasing

Job Type Icon

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary Icon

Salary:

80000.00 - 90000.00 USD / Year
Save Job
Save Icon
Apply Position

Job Description:

The Strategic Sourcing and Procurement Assistant Manager is responsible for leading negotiations, managing MRO procurement, overseeing inventory strategies, and developing strong vendor relationships to ensure cost-effective, secure, and reliable supply. This role drives sourcing strategies that reduce total delivered cost, mitigate supply chain risks, and support business growth through collaboration with operations, engineering, and executive leadership.

Job Responsibility:

  • Identify, develop, and implement sourcing strategies to reduce Total Delivered Cost (TDC), mitigate market headwinds, and improve security of supply
  • Create and implement best-in-class procurement vision, strategy, policies, processes, and procedures to enhance overall business performance
  • Ensure purchasing strategies and processes deliver optimized costs while meeting operational requirements and business objectives
  • Lead contract negotiations with suppliers to achieve favorable pricing, terms, and service levels
  • Establish, develop, and manage strategic supplier relationships to drive long-term value, innovation, and performance improvement
  • Set up and onboard new vendors in alignment with sourcing strategies, compliance requirements, and operational needs
  • Assist in overseeing MRO sourcing and inventory strategies to ensure uninterrupted operations while minimizing carrying costs and excess inventory
  • Collaborate with operations and supply chain teams to align inventory levels with production, maintenance, and business demands
  • Identify opportunities for standardization, consolidation, and process improvement within MRO procurement
  • Maintain close working relationships with supply chain leaders, operations leadership, and engineering teams to support strategic growth objectives
  • Identify and implement cost-savings, productivity, and efficiency initiatives that improve gross margin performance
  • Act as a strategic business partner, balancing cost, quality, risk, and service considerations
  • Communicate critical supply chain developments, risks, and opportunities to Executive Management
  • Provide data-driven insights and reporting on cost savings, supplier performance, and sourcing initiatives

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field (Master's degree or detail-oriented certifications preferred)
  • Proven experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, negotiations, and vendor management
  • Strong knowledge of MRO procurement and inventory management best practices
  • Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence at all organizational levels
  • Excellent analytical, communication, and negotiation skills
  • Proven experience in corporate procurement and sourcing strategies
  • Strong understanding of purchasing processes, including purchase orders and vendor management
  • Expertise in contract negotiations with a focus on achieving cost-effective agreements
  • Familiarity with digital procurement tools and market intelligence
  • Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills to influence stakeholders and vendors
  • Demonstrated ability to implement procurement policies and practices that improve operational efficiency
  • Strong analytical skills for identifying cost-saving opportunities and assessing supply chain performance
What we offer:
  • medical
  • dental
  • vision
  • paid time off

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 03, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
Icon
Robert Half - All Job Offers
Job Link Share:
Copy Link Icon
Facebook Icon Twitter Icon LinkedIn Icon

Looking for more opportunities? Search for other job offers that match your skills and interests.

Briefcase Icon

Similar Jobs for Strategic Sourcing and Procurement Assistant Manager

Procurement Team Lead - Strategic Sourcing

Reporting to the Strategic Sourcing Supply Chain Manager, the Procurement Team L...
Location
Location
Canada , Cambridge
Salary
Salary:
Not provided
atsautomation.com Logo
ATS Automation Tooling Systems Inc.
Expiration Date
Until further notice
Flip Icon
Requirements
Requirements
  • A post-secondary diploma or degree in materials management or equivalent
  • Minimum 5 years’ experience in Purchasing (or equivalent)
  • Advanced knowledge of MS Office software including Excel - pivot tables & VLOOKUP + Power Point - presentations
  • Proven organizational and negotiation skills
  • Excellent oral, interpersonal, and written communication skills
  • Demonstrated problem solving and continuous improvement skills
  • Demonstrated ability to interact in a team environment
  • Demonstrated ability to lead initiatives on a cross functional team
  • Demonstrated strong analytical, organizational, exercise sound judgment and work without direct supervision in a team environment
  • Utilize proven project management skills
Job Responsibility
Job Responsibility
  • Lead a team of Supply Chain professionals performing functions such as Cost Estimating, Buying, Supplier Management, and Strategic Sourcing (or others as assigned)
  • Coach & mentor team members to achieve and maintain KPI's
  • Assign, monitor, and balance team workload (schedule, portfolios, capacity planning, vacation planning and approval etc.)
  • Execute the performance management process with the support and guidance from the Supply Chain Management, including conducting performance reviews, delivering progressive discipline etc.
  • Independently manage team timesheets ensuring accurate and timely submission for payroll
  • Communicate with, evaluate, and approve suppliers to ascertain their ability to meet company requirements, goals, and objectives
  • Negotiate prices, discounts, and delivery arrangements with suppliers
  • Support all commercial and open order escalations
  • Perform on-going reviews of product, service, equipment, and expense usage to identify new opportunities for cost savings
  • Effective use of historical and other benchmarking data to ensure competitive pricing
What we offer
What we offer
  • Competitive starting salaries
  • Overtime pay eligibility
  • Paid vacation
  • Employee Incentive Bonus program
  • Comprehensive health and dental benefits including Lifestyle Spending Account
  • 5% RRSP matching program
  • Optional Employee Share Purchase Program
  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • Individual development programs
  • Commitment to promoting from within
Read More
Arrow Right

Strategic Sourcing Specialist

iBUILT is currently accepting applications for an Strategic Sourcing Specialist ...
Location
Location
United States , Berwick
Salary
Salary:
Not provided
ibuilt.com Logo
iBUILT
Expiration Date
Until further notice
Flip Icon
Requirements
Requirements
  • Must be experienced in the purchasing of materials used in the construction of buildings including but not limited to steel, various sheathing products, various interior and exterior wall coverings, insulation products, electrical products, and plumbing products
  • Experience in modular building industry a plus
  • Experience with strategic sourcing, procurement best practices, supplier management best practices is required
  • Strong international sourcing experience with a focus on building materials, both standard and customized
  • Knowledge of the legal terminology and language related to supplier and/or vendor agreements and Contracts
  • Must be Knowledgeable in importation of goods to the US, customs, duties, tariffs, anti-dumping, and product certification requirements
  • Negotiation skills
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Excellent attention to detail and ability to multitask
  • Excellent analytical and judgment skills
Job Responsibility
Job Responsibility
  • Benchmark the industry to monitor technology trends and ensure best practices
  • Identify and leverage new suppliers/technologies to establish competitive advantage for the company
  • Establish supplier selection criteria, evaluate alternative suppliers
  • Coordinate with internal departments and suppliers to identify effective business requirements and develop new business pipeline
  • Negotiate various agreements with suppliers to establish best-in-class pricing, flexibility, quality, delivery, payment, warranty, and service terms
  • Implement supplier agreements/contracts when beneficial by working with cross-functional stakeholders and suppliers to reach agreement on contract terms and conditions
  • Produce and develop required reports on a regular basis to track and monitor various areas of supplier performance along with PO tracking data
  • Create and execute Global Strategic Sourcing plan
  • Maintain and develop supplier relationships (trade shows, supplier meetings, conferences, etc.)
  • Maximize financial strength through effective purchasing, and Just In Time Delivery and Supplier zero-defect quality
What we offer
What we offer
  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Retirement plan
  • Paid time off
  • Fulltime
Read More
Arrow Right

Strategic Buyer Analyst

To ensure that all Goods and Services for VW especially but not limited to marke...
Location
Location
United States , Chattanooga
Salary
Salary:
Not provided
https://www.volkswagen-group.com Logo
Volkswagen AG
Expiration Date
Until further notice
Flip Icon
Requirements
Requirements
  • Self-motivated with ability to work independently
  • Ability to communicate and interact effectively at all levels within the organization and with outside vendors / suppliers
  • Flexibility and professionalism in dealing with suppliers and internal customers
  • Ability to manage collaborative strategic procurement projects across multiple brands, business units and/or affiliate locations
  • Influencing and negotiation skills
  • Strong verbal & written communication and presentation skills
  • Ability to work effectively as a member of a team
  • Strong Proficiency in MS Office programs (especially Excel)Proficiency in MS Office programs (especially Excel)
  • Proven negotiation and problem solving skills
Job Responsibility
Job Responsibility
  • Lead buyer for marketing and sales related services
  • Develop and execute category management strategies cooperatively with VW business units to maximize commercial leverage
  • Assist in developing specifications, bid terms and contractual language for competitive bid processes according to the VW Group purchasing standards
  • Develop and implement pricing and commercial term negotiation strategies
  • Evaluate bids, negotiate terms & pricing, and present recommended supplier to sourcing committees
  • Document sourcing activities through VW Group global purchasing system 'GLOBE'
  • Provide resolution of purchasing-related problems with other functions within VWGoA and VW Group companies
  • Maintain current project tracking system that can be easily accessed and understood in buyer’s absence
  • Coordinate Purchasing activities and benchmark globally with other VW Group Purchasing colleagues
  • Analyze supply base and competition with reference to price, capacity, and quality as well as monitor the integration of current and potential suppliers in order to establish a sound supplier base
What we offer
What we offer
  • Equal Opportunity Employer
  • Drug free workplace
  • Pre-employment substance abuse testing
  • Fulltime
Read More
Arrow Right

Strategic Buyer Analyst

This role, based in Chattanooga, TN, focuses on strategic commodity sourcing, su...
Location
Location
United States , Chattanooga
Salary
Salary:
Not provided
https://www.volkswagen-group.com Logo
Volkswagen AG
Expiration Date
Until further notice
Flip Icon
Requirements
Requirements
  • Self-motivated with ability to work independently
  • Ability to communicate and interact effectively at all levels within the organization and with outside vendors / suppliers
  • Flexibility and professionalism in dealing with suppliers and internal customers
  • Ability to manage collaborative strategic procurement projects across multiple brands, business units and/or affiliate locations
  • Influencing and negotiation skills
  • Strong verbal & written communication and presentation skills
  • Ability to work effectively as a member of a team
  • Strong Proficiency in MS Office programs (especially Excel)
  • Proven negotiation and problem solving skills
Job Responsibility
Job Responsibility
  • Lead buyer for marketing and sales related services
  • Develop and execute category management strategies cooperatively with VW business units to maximize commercial leverage
  • Assist in developing specifications, bid terms and contractual language for competitive bid processes according to the VW Group purchasing standards
  • Develop and implement pricing and commercial term negotiation strategies
  • Evaluate bids, negotiate terms & pricing, and present recommended supplier to sourcing committees
  • Document sourcing activities through VW Group global purchasing system 'GLOBE'
  • Provide resolution of purchasing-related problems with other functions within VWGoA and VW Group companies
  • Maintain current project tracking system that can be easily accessed and understood in buyer’s absence
  • Coordinate Purchasing activities and benchmark globally with other VW Group Purchasing colleagues
  • Analyze supply base and competition with reference to price, capacity, and quality as well as monitor the integration of current and potential suppliers in order to establish a sound supplier base
  • Fulltime
Read More
Arrow Right

Software Vendor Manager

Software Vendor Manager role at Hewlett Packard Enterprise focused on managing s...
Location
Location
United States , Spring
Salary
Salary:
81500.00 - 187500.00 USD / Year
https://www.hpe.com/ Logo
Hewlett Packard Enterprise
Expiration Date
Until further notice
Flip Icon
Requirements
Requirements
  • Minimum five years of recent experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or vendor management, with a focus on software and SaaS commodities
  • Deep understanding of software trends, commercial models, and industry-specific terminology
  • Proven track record of leading complex sourcing initiatives and contract negotiations
  • Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills
  • Ability to analyze market trends, conduct market research, and identify new sources of supply
  • Strong project management and organizational skills
  • Able to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and colleagues globally
  • Experience in coaching and mentoring junior staff members is a plus
  • Ability to create effective license positions for Tier 1 publishers using SAM tools such as SNOW
  • Thorough understanding of various Tier 1 vendor license models (Microsoft, Oracle, VMware, Microfocus, Adobe, Workday, SFDC, SAP etc.) and the ability to interpret software contracts/EULAs
Job Responsibility
Job Responsibility
  • Manage a portfolio of existing or new software vendors, including contract finalizations, renewals, annual budgeting, spending management, and utilization
  • Partner with Global Procurement organization to ensure that new or renewal contracts are closed on time
  • Contributes to the IT and business team's understanding, tracking, and forecasting of software licenses
  • Responsible for issuing vendor purchase orders and resolving invoicing/payment-related matters
  • Act as the primary point of contact for assigned software vendors regarding any related issues
  • Assist management in leading, training, and developing employees to understand software licensing processes
  • Identify value/savings opportunities, processes, and best practices to improve SW Vendor Management productivity
  • Analyze spending data of assigned software vendors
  • Establish strategic relationships across the business units and IT leaders
  • Produce regular reports on vendor performance, cost efficiency, and software utilization
What we offer
What we offer
  • Health & Wellbeing benefits
  • Personal & Professional Development programs
  • Unconditional Inclusion environment
  • Comprehensive suite of benefits supporting physical, financial and emotional wellbeing
  • Fulltime
Read More
Arrow Right

Corporate Buyer Fruits & Vegetables

The Fruit & Vegetable Corporate Buyer is responsible for managing the procuremen...
Location
Location
United States , Ontario, California
Salary
Salary:
75000.00 - 85000.00 USD / Year
ajinomotofoods.com Logo
Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc.
Expiration Date
Until further notice
Flip Icon
Requirements
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in business, Food Science, Supply Chain, or related field
  • 3–5 years of procurement experience, preferably in protein or food manufacturing
  • Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills
  • Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite
  • Experience in inventory management and procurement operations
Job Responsibility
Job Responsibility
  • Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Management
  • Source and manage suppliers of various fruit & vegetable products, ensuring alignment with quality, sustainability, and cost goals
  • Maintain supplier data, capabilities, and offerings in procurement systems on connection with company strategic goals
  • Lead sourcing initiatives including RFPs, supplier selection, contract negotiations and ensure supplier compliance with terms and conditions
  • Stay informed on category market trends, pricing, and adjust strategies to mitigate risk and capture value
  • Category & Inventory Management
  • Reconcile contracts against blanket orders in coordination with cross functional teams and plant buyers as well as conducting root cause analysis for variances in cost and volume
  • Monitor and manage aging inventory, raw material transfers, and disposition strategies
  • Act as the primary category contact for plant personnel and support production continuity
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration & Project Execution
What we offer
What we offer
  • annual bonus
  • Fulltime
Read More
Arrow Right

Procurement Manager

The Procurement Manager (MEP) is responsible for developing, implementing, and r...
Location
Location
United States , Atlanta
Salary
Salary:
Not provided
t5datacenters.com Logo
T5 Data Centers
Expiration Date
Until further notice
Flip Icon
Requirements
Requirements
  • 3+ years of Procurement and/or Strategic Sourcing or Category Management experience in support of data center construction with an emphasis on Electrical and/or Mechanical infrastructure systems and equipment
  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Supply Chain Management (preferred)
  • Strong proficiency in the use of spreadsheets and Windows
  • Strong proficiency in Procore
  • Handle confidential information in a sensitive and professional manner
  • Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks under strict deadlines while working independently
  • Ability to interact professionally with all levels of the organization
  • Exceptional organizational, quantitative, and problem-solving skills
  • Exceptional attention to detail
Job Responsibility
Job Responsibility
  • Utilize data center electrical and mechanical infrastructure system and equipment subject matter expertise to engage and partner with Development, Construction, and Facilities Management stakeholders to develop and optimize sourcing strategies
  • Work with Development, Construction, and Operations teams to develop a demand plan for Electrical and/or Mechanical equipment and services
  • Stay abreast of market trends for each sub-category, utilizing market and supplier intelligence to develop supply risk mitigation strategies
  • Utilize appropriate tools, including Kraljic matrices, to establish sourcing and supplier management strategies for each critical Electrical sub-category
  • Develop and maintain an approved supplier list (ASL) for each strategic Electrical and Mechanical sub-category
  • Support site and project team procurement efforts by managing the RFQ and RFI processes for relevant goods or services
  • Support mechanical and/or electrical equipment procurement efforts by soliciting, de-scoping, and leveling vendor proposals
  • Lead the procurement activities for mechanical and/or electrical equipment, from initial sourcing and tendering to purchase order execution
  • Work closely with stakeholders, design partners, and vendors to define technical requirements, timelines, and budget constraints
  • Utilize established supplier relationships to negotiate pricing, lead times, and terms and ensure all vendors meet or exceed quality, regulatory, and performance standards
  • Fulltime
Read More
Arrow Right

Commercial Heating Category Manager

Come and join us as a customer focused and results driven Commercial Heating Cat...
Location
Location
United Kingdom , Crick
Salary
Salary:
Not provided
cityplumbing.co.uk Logo
City Plumbing
Expiration Date
June 22, 2026
Flip Icon
Requirements
Requirements
  • Experienced in category management or buying/procurement
  • Experience working with suppliers in the commercial heating category
  • Developing and executing a category strategy - buying, sourcing, negotiating, pricing, etc
  • Motivated to achieve deadlines/targets
  • Excellent attention-to-detail, planning, and organisational skills
  • Excellent analytical and communication skills (written and verbal) at all levels
  • Experience of leading a team
  • It is highly likely you will have worked in any of the following roles and/or markets, and worked with the following products and/or services: Category Manager, Assistant Category Manager, Procurement Assistant, Procurement Manager, Buying Assistant, Buying Manager, Building, Construction, Trade, Manufacturing, Retail, FMCG or Supermarkets
  • A great positive attitude
  • Teamwork
Job Responsibility
Job Responsibility
  • Delivering maximum sales and profitability by building a clear strategic plan
  • Develop and build category plan, to deliver market share growth informed by internal and external insight to maximise commercial position and provide the best customer proposition
  • Managing SKU level cost and retail price in line with pricing and promotional strategy
  • Building strong partnerships with sith suppliers to maximise business opportunities
  • Roll out a clear sourcing strategy to ensure the supply of quality products that meet the customer needs through the most efficient route to market
  • Develop direct reports to ensure full engagement and individual growth of teams
  • Clearly communicating Category plans to a wider network of teams within the department
What we offer
What we offer
  • Bonus
  • Discounts, savings and cash back at numerous retailers
  • Life assurance
  • Extended family policy including maternity, paternity, additional annual leave and more
  • Mental Health First Aiders and Employee Assistance Programme, we look out for each other
  • Complete induction and a company that lets you grow and encourages development
  • Financial education and loans
  • Flexible working options
  • A business striving to create an environment of inclusion so everyone can be their true self
  • Fulltime
Read More
Arrow Right