Senior Manager, Strategic Sourcing – Facilities

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

📋 Description

• Lead and implement strategic sourcing initiatives across facilities categories and associated services and supplies, including maintenance, repairs, utilities, janitorial, HVAC, and construction.

• Collaborate with client stakeholders to pinpoint priorities and challenges, and create category-specific sourcing strategies.

• Oversee the complete RFP process, which encompasses data collection, RFP creation and execution, proposal assessment, supplier negotiations, presentation of results, and assistance in award decisions and contracting.

• Assess supplier proposals utilizing TCO modeling.

• Formulate cost-reduction strategies that incorporate value engineering and demand optimization.

• Spearhead research and analytics to substantiate savings projections and facilitate supplier negotiations.

• Deliver exceptional customer service.

• Investigate suppliers and the evolving market trends and capabilities.

• Enhance communication between client business units and suppliers.

• Construct and manage supplier ecosystems by category and region.

• Review significant contracts and act as a subject matter expert for intricate negotiations.

• Monitor spending, supplier performance, and savings goals.

• Cultivate relationships across organizational levels, including partnerships with C-suite executives.

• Report directly to the Managing Director, Sourcing & Procurement – Facilities.

⛳️ Requirements

• A bachelor's degree is mandatory.

• 8–10 years of experience in indirect procurement and strategic sourcing with extensive knowledge in facilities.

• Demonstrated experience in developing category strategies and leading large-scale sourcing initiatives.

• Strong background in supplier negotiations.

• Experience engaging with clients and/or stakeholders at all organizational levels, particularly within service sectors.

• Proficiency in TCO modeling and data-driven decision-making.

• Experience in driving change management and fostering cross-functional consensus.

• Experience in implementing recommendations for value engineering and specification optimization.

• In-depth knowledge of supplier ecosystems relevant to IT categories.

• Proficient in MS Office, including Excel for analysis and PowerPoint for presentations.

• Ability to meet client expectations, influence stakeholders, and escalate issues when necessary.

• Capacity to interpret complex data and convert insights into actionable business recommendations.

• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication abilities.

• Capability to build relationships and establish credibility beyond the defined scope of work.

• Entrepreneurial mindset with a strong commitment to client service.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities with meticulous attention to detail.

• Flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic environment.

• Minimal travel required; approximately 5% travel.

• Authorization to work in the U.S. confirmed through E-Verify.

🏝️ Benefits

• A collaborative, supportive culture where contributions are recognized.

• Opportunities for professional growth with pathways to development and advancement.

• Support for long-term career progression.

• Flexible PTO.

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family.

• Employer-funded HRA.

• 401(k) matching.

• Healthcare and Dependent Care FSAs.

• Short- and long-term disability coverage.

• AD&D insurance.

• Life insurance.

• Fertility assistance.

• Supplemental benefits for costs associated with accidents, hospitalization, or critical care.

• Support for Maternity/Paternity, FMLA, and Military leave.

• Behavioral health services and mental health support resources.

• Flexible, hybrid work environment.

• Business-casual office atmosphere.