\#jobalert | DIRECT HIRE | U.S. SOURCING MANAGER | MANUFACTURING [Houston, TX]

We are seeking a Strategic Sourcing Manager to shape supplier strategies in the energy-efficient solutions sector, where innovation drives sustainability and performance. This role centers on optimizing supply chains to support data center operators, infrastructure developers, and cross-functional partners in achieving mission-critical objectives focused on cost efficiency, quality, and resilience.

• Anticipate $100K+, with flexibility based on experience.
• Benefits include: 401(k) with company match, healthcare, life assurance, and critical illness coverage.
• Additional perks: 20 days vacation plus holidays, company mobile phone and laptop, professional development training.
• Anticipated travel: 20-30 days annually, primarily U.S.-based with initial onboarding internationally.
• Remote in the Greater Houston area

Responsibilities:

• Develop strategic sourcing plans for categories, focusing on cost reduction, lead times, and risk mitigation.
• Manage end-to-end supplier relationships, including selection, negotiation, performance management, and improvement initiatives.
• Lead contract negotiations for pricing, terms, and long-term agreements, ensuring compliance and alignment.
• Drive supplier risk and sustainability programs, including audits, continuity planning, and ethical/CO2 reduction efforts.
• Collaborate with R&D, Quality, Operations, Logistics, and Finance on specifications, forecasts, and strategies.
• Maintain supplier data and contracts in ERP systems for accuracy and reporting.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities through design-to-cost, standardization, and consolidation.
• Monitor market trends and recommend proactive sourcing actions.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field
• Professional certification (e.g., CPSM, CIPS) preferred.
• Proven experience in strategic sourcing/category management in manufacturing/industrial/electromechanical supply chains.
• Strong commercial acumen with negotiation success in contracts/pricing.
• Experience in supplier performance management, audits, and continuous improvement.
• Knowledge of supply chain risk, sustainability, and ESG.
• Proficiency in ERP/procurement tools and Excel.
• Analytical problem-solver with excellent communication/stakeholder skills.

Keywords: Strategic sourcing, supplier management, negotiation, supply chain risk, sustainability, ERP, manufacturing procurement, data center infrastructure, electromechanical, TCO, ESG, frame agreements, Houston sourcing manager.

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