Our client, a Fortune 500 retail organization with a nationwide distribution network, is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Manager to support large-scale construction and facilities engineering procurement initiatives across their supply chain network.
This role plays a key part in sourcing industrial construction materials, equipment, and services for new facility builds, expansions, and ongoing engineering initiatives. The individual will partner closely with engineering, property development, legal, finance, and operations teams to design sourcing strategies that deliver cost efficiency, risk mitigation, and supplier performance improvements.
The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in construction procurement, contract negotiation, and cost modeling, with the ability to influence stakeholders and drive complex sourcing projects from concept through execution.
Projects You’ll Work On
- Leading end-to-end strategic sourcing initiatives for industrial construction and facilities engineering categories.
- Developing sourcing strategies for categories such as steel structures, concrete, MEP systems, material handling equipment, racking systems, conveyors, and site services.
- Managing the full sourcing lifecycle including market research, supplier identification, RFP development, bid management, negotiations, and contract execution.
- Conducting construction cost analysis, clean-sheet modeling, and should-cost modeling to identify optimal pricing and savings opportunities.
- Partnering with engineering and development teams to support distribution center construction, expansions, and infrastructure upgrades.
- Managing supplier relationships and performance through KPIs, quarterly business reviews (QBRs), and executive-level supplier meetings.
- Performing spend analysis and market intelligence research to anticipate supply risks and pricing fluctuations.
- Driving cost optimization through value engineering, competitive bidding, and strategic negotiations.
- Supporting facilities engineering teams with sourcing for material handling equipment repair, refurbishment, and replacement.
- Developing presentations and recommendations for executive leadership to support strategic sourcing decisions.
What Experience You Should Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Construction Management, Engineering, Finance, Economics, or Business (MBA or advanced degree preferred).
- 5+ years of strategic sourcing or category management experience focused on industrial construction or facilities engineering procurement.
- Experience managing large-scale sourcing projects for construction materials, contractors, or engineering services.
- Strong understanding of construction cost estimation, budgeting, and material cost drivers.
- Experience leading RFP/RFQ processes, supplier negotiations, and contract development.
- Ability to analyze supplier bids using TCO modeling, cost analysis, and financial modeling.
- Experience working cross-functionally with engineering, legal, finance, and project management teams.
What Will Help You Stand Out
- Familiarity with distribution center construction, logistics infrastructure, or retail supply chain environments.
- Experience working with construction management software (e.g., Procore) and sourcing platforms (e.g., Coupa).
- Knowledge of regulatory frameworks such as OSHA, LEED, and construction compliance standards.
- Professional certifications such as CPSM, CCM, or CCPS.
- Strong financial acumen including experience analyzing budgets, cash flow, and cost structures.
- Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, data modeling) and strong presentation capabilities.
Work Environment
- Hybrid role with regular in-office collaboration and occasional travel to facilities and project sites.
- Ability to manage multiple sourcing projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.
Compensation & Benefits
The base salary range for this position is up to $200,000.00, depending on experience and qualifications.
The total rewards package may include performance incentives, health benefits, retirement plans, and professional development opportunities.
