Sr. Manager- Strategic Sourcing MRO
Core
Lead strategic sourcing for Maintenance, Repair, and Operations (MRO) commodities, managing supplier relationships, contract negotiations, and category strategies to optimize value and supply reliability.
Role type
Senior Manager, Strategic Sourcing (MRO)
Builds
MRO supply base, strategic supplier partnerships, and optimized procurement contracts
Domain
Industrial procurement / MRO / Supply Chain
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, supplier relationship management, category management, spend analysis, market intelligence, ERP proficiency (SAP/Oracle), cross-functional leadership
Preferred skills
MBA, JD, complex negotiation strategies, outsourcing experience
Technologies
SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Office
Responsibilities
Hire and lead a team of sourcing professionals; develop and execute MRO sourcing strategy; conduct RFPs and supplier selection; negotiate commercial agreements (MSA, SOW, CO); analyze total costs and ROI; manage supplier performance reviews; standardize contract lifecycle processes
Seniority
Senior Manager, hands-on leadership