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The GCPM Strategic Sourcing Mgr is responsible for executing sourcing and supplier‑management processes for Capital, Site Engineering, Operations projects, and related business functions. This role manages end‑to‑end procurement activities for a broad range of goods and services, ensuring alignment with internal customer needs, cost‑reduction goals, compliance requirements, and operational excellence. The manager serves as a category expert and leads cross‑functional sourcing initiatives that drive value, efficiency, and supplier performance.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serve as the primary sourcing expert for assigned categories, including engineering, construction, automation, commissioning, validation, and equipment.
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction, operational efficiency, and process improvement.
• Apply Lean and Operational Excellence principles to sourcing and procurement workflows.
• Conduct in‑depth supplier and industry analysis to manage dynamic or volatile categories.
• Partner with business areas and stakeholders to identify sourcing needs and improvement opportunities.
• Lead cross‑functional sourcing teams through supplier selection, negotiations, and contracting.
• Collaborate with Corporate Risk Management to assess insurance coverage and supplier risk.
• Work with Legal to resolve terms and conditions, contract language, and compliance issues.
• Create and manage RFPs, RFIs, RFQs, and other e‑sourcing events using platforms such as ARIBA or SAP.
• Negotiate new or revised master agreements with key suppliers.
• Analyze supplier financial stability and operational risk.
• Establish KPIs and metrics to monitor supplier performance, stability, and potential risks.
• Ensure supplier relationship management practices are implemented effectively.
• Prepare and execute sourcing processes in compliance with procurement procedures.
• Ensure proper documentation of sourcing decisions and adherence to procurement policies.
• Execute purchase orders, contracts, or agreements once implementation criteria are met.
• Support category management practices and long‑term supplier strategies.
• Support capital projects, engineering initiatives, and operations‑related procurement needs.
• Develop sourcing plans, conduct bid analyses, and lead supplier selection processes.
• Manage change‑order negotiations, commercial terms, incentives, and penalties.
• Provide sourcing leadership for geographically dispersed project teams.

CORE COMPETENCIES & SKILLS

• Extensive knowledge of sourcing activities for engineering, construction, automation, commissioning, and validation services.
• Strong understanding of equipment sourcing and capital procurement.
• Expertise in supplier and contract development, negotiation, and category management.
• Strong organizational, project management, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to demonstrate sound judgment and make appropriate recommendations.
• Knowledge of strategic sourcing, supplier alliances, and supplier relationship management.
• Ability to work effectively with senior management, corporate functions, and internal business partners.
• Strong financial analysis capabilities and computer literacy.
• Excellent interpersonal, facilitation, and stakeholder‑management skills.
• High level of client focus and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Requirements

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

One of the following is required:

• Doctorate, OR
• Master’s degree + 2 years of directly related experience, OR
• Bachelor’s degree + 4 years of directly related experience, OR
• Associate degree + 10 years of directly related experience, OR
• High school diploma/GED + 12 years of directly related experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 8+ years of strategic sourcing, capital procurement, operations/manufacturing, or project‑management experience.
• Proven sourcing experience across capital construction categories:
• Architectural/engineering services
• Construction management
• Manufacturing equipment
• Automation integration
• Commissioning
• Quality/validation services
• General contractors and construction trades
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex, cross‑functional, and geographically dispersed project teams.
• Experience developing sourcing plans, conducting eRFX events, performing bid analyses, and negotiating commercial terms.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills.

Benefits

• Contract position
• Administrative Shift