Director, Strategic Sourcing

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Kansas, +1 more state.

📋 Description

• Create and implement strategic sourcing strategies across categories such as automation, robotics, conveyor systems, controls, software, installation, and engineered systems.

• Build and nurture strategic partnerships with key OEMs, integrators, subcontractors, and technology providers.

• Oversee vendor management activities, including supplier qualification, onboarding, segmentation, scorecards, and initiatives for performance enhancement.

• Conduct regular Business Reviews and executive supplier evaluations to assess operational effectiveness, strategic fit, future prospects, and risk management.

• Develop and manage supplier scorecards that track delivery, quality, responsiveness, engineering support, safety, warranty performance, and commissioning assistance.

• Negotiate pricing, commercial contracts, milestone payment arrangements, service agreements, warranties, and other essential commercial terms.

• Assist pre-sales, estimating, and project execution teams by verifying supplier capabilities, timelines, pricing, and operational risks.

• Identify and address supply chain risks associated with lead times, tariffs, capacity limitations, labor availability, financial robustness, and technological readiness.

• Formulate preferred supplier programs and sourcing strategies that enhance operational consistency, scalability, and cost efficiency.

• Keep abreast of market trends, supplier capabilities, and emerging automation technologies to bolster organizational growth and competitive advantage.

• Willingness to travel 15 – 20% as needed for supplier visits, project assistance, factory inspections, business reviews, and industry events.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business, Engineering, Operations, or a related field.

• Over 10 years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, supply chain management, or vendor management.

• At least 5 years of leadership experience in warehouse automation, material handling, industrial automation, systems integration, manufacturing, or similar sectors.

• Proven experience in negotiating complex commercial agreements and managing strategic supplier relationships.

• Strong knowledge of automation project lifecycles, including engineering, fabrication, installation, commissioning, and support during startup.

• Experience in managing supplier performance initiatives and vendor scorecards.

• Solid financial and commercial insight, including pricing analysis, margin implications, and risk management.

• Familiarity with ERP systems such as NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, or equivalent platforms.

• ** Preferred Qualifications **

• Background in robotic warehouse automation or systems integration environments.

• Certifications such as PMP, CPSM, CPM, or similar are preferred.

• Experience overseeing global suppliers and managing complex project-based sourcing scenarios.

• Knowledge of contract stipulations, liquidated damages, and project-based commercial frameworks.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Health Care Concierge Service

• 401(k) Retirement Plan (Pre-tax & Roth)

• Company paid Basic Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability & Long-Term Disability

• Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance

• Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness & Hospital Indemnity Insurance

• Pet Insurance

• Milk Stork Program

• Wellness Program with gift card redemption and wellness challenges

• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & 10 Holidays)

• Training & Development

*****KPI Solutions provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by states, federal, or local law.*