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Location: Springdale, AR Corporate Office
Work Arrangement: Hybrid/Flex 

Capital Sourcing Manager I or II

Are you energized by global markets, supplier strategy, and turning data into insights that drive business success? Rockline is seeking a Capital Sourcing Manager I or II to  engage global suppliers,  and secure bestnetvalue solutions for our North American operations.

In this role, you’ll partner closely 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.

Sourcing Strategy & Execution

• 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 & Performance

• Identify and qualify global suppliers who drive innovation, competitiveness, and value.
• Manage supplier analysis, the qualification process, and performance improvement initiatives.
• Lead supplier discussions focused on cost reduction, risk mitigation, and value enhancement.

Drive Innovation & Market Intelligence

• Stay ahead of global market shifts, cost drivers, and industry trends.
• Identify innovation opportunities and share insights with key stakeholders.

Collaborate Across the Business

• 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

Capital 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

What You Bring

We are hiring either Capital Sourcing Manager I or a Capital Sourcing Manager II depending on experience and education background.

• 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.
• Ability 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 Capital Sourcing 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
• Ability to read and understand blueprints / CAD drawings
• A working knowledge of engineering terminology and technical processes and equipment.
• Proven change management skills

Rockline Industries is one of the world’s largest manufacturers of consumer-packaged goods such as wet wipes, coffee filters, and other essential household items used every day. As a family-owned, privately held company, our RRITE values—Renew, Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, Excellence—guide everything we do. We pride ourselves on being a company where you can make a real impact while doing meaningful, purpose-driven work.

Apply today and help shape the future of sourcing at Rockline Industries.