Strategy Innovation Manager Jobs in Madison, WI (NOW HIRING)

Job Type
Full-time
Description
Sourcing Manager
Shape the Future of Global Sourcing at RenewAire
Are you a strategic sourcing leader who thrives on building supplier partnerships, driving cost-saving initiatives, and influencing business success on a global scale?
At RenewAire, we're looking for a Sourcing Manager who can think strategically, negotiate confidently, and collaborate across the organization to ensure our products are supported by a world-class supply base. This is an opportunity to make a visible impact on new product development, operational excellence, and long-term business growth while working for a company committed to sustainability, innovation, and people.
If you're energized by supplier development, international sourcing, market analysis, and cross-functional collaboration, we'd love to meet you.
Who We Are
For more than 40 years, RenewAire has been a leader in energy recovery ventilation, helping create healthier indoor environments while reducing energy consumption. Our innovative products support sustainable buildings across North America and beyond.
Our culture is built around collaboration, continuous improvement, innovation, and respect. We believe great ideas come from empowered employees, and we invest in our people through professional development, work-life balance, and meaningful opportunities to make an impact.
What You'll Do
Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Management

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for key commodities, components, and finished goods.
• Identify, evaluate, qualify, and onboard domestic and international suppliers.
• Lead supplier negotiations, contract development, and commercial discussions.
• Build strong supplier relationships that support quality, delivery, innovation, and cost objectives.
• Evaluate supplier performance and drive accountability through metrics and improvement plans.

Business Partnership & Collaboration

• Partner with Engineering, Operations, and Supply Chain teams to support new product introductions and growth initiatives.
• Align sourcing strategies with operational requirements and business objectives.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across the supply chain.

Market Intelligence & Risk Management

• Monitor market trends, commodity movements, and supply chain risks.
• Develop proactive sourcing strategies to mitigate disruptions and improve resiliency.
• Analyze supplier capabilities, market conditions, and total cost opportunities.

Operational Excellence

• Improve sourcing processes and supplier performance programs.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, contractual obligations, and regulatory requirements.
• Support supplier diversity and sustainability initiatives.
• Travel approximately 25% annually, with increased travel during key project phases.

Why Join RenewAire?

• Be a key contributor to company growth and innovation.
• Influence sourcing strategy on a global scale.
• Collaborate with talented teams across Engineering, Operations, and Supply Chain.
• Support products that improve sustainability and indoor air quality.
• Work in a people-focused culture that values development, collaboration, and continuous learning.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.

Who You Are
You are a strategic and analytical sourcing professional who enjoys solving complex challenges and influencing business outcomes.You may describe yourself as:

• Strategic and forward-thinking
• Skilled at supplier negotiations and relationship management
• Data-driven and analytical
• Collaborative and cross-functional
• Proactive in identifying opportunities and mitigating risks
• Adaptable in fast-changing environments
• Strong communicator and stakeholder influencer
• Detail-oriented and process-focused
• Continuous improvement minded
• Globally aware and culturally agile

Strategic Sourcing, Sourcing Manager, Procurement Manager, Commodity Manager, Category Manager, Supply Chain Management, Supplier Development, Supplier Quality, Global Sourcing, International Sourcing, Procurement Leadership, Contract Negotiation, Vendor Management, Cost Reduction, Supplier Relationship Management (SRM), Supply Chain Strategy, Risk Management, New Product Introduction (NPI), Manufacturing Procurement, HVAC Industry, Mechanical Components, Electronics Sourcing, Commodity Strategy, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, ERP Systems, Supplier Performance, Strategic Procurement, Operations Management, Continuous Improvement, Global Supply Chain
Requirements
What You Bring
Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or supply chain management.
• Experience sourcing internationally and developing global supplier networks.
• Proven contract negotiation and supplier management experience.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and project management skills.
• Experience utilizing ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screening.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience sourcing HVAC, mechanical, manufacturing, or electronic components.
• Knowledge of global trade regulations, logistics, and supplier risk management.
• Experience supporting new product development and product launches.
• Understanding of Quick Response Manufacturing (QRM) principles.
• Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma certification.
• Spanish language proficiency.

Physical and Mental Demands
While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee frequently is required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and or move up to 30 lbs. and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. Specific vision required by this job includes close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Must be able to understand issues, problems, and opportunities and make timely, sound decisions. Take responsibility for decisions and understand the impact and implications of decisions and provide feedback as necessary. Communicate with other employees and customers, perform an assortment of administrative tasks, and have personal management skills. Possess advanced customer service skills, the ability to develop professional relationships with customers and employees. Demonstrate attention to detail and exert high effort and focus on very busy days. Must be able to make sound decisions and remain calm under high pressure situations. Must continually identify personal knowledge and perspective gaps and self-educate.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving subassembly parts, fumes or airborne particles. The employee is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.