Strategic Sourcing Manager

EquipmentShare is Hiring a Strategic Sourcing Manager

EquipmentShare is searching for a Strategic Sourcing Manager team member to support Construction/Building Products/Consumables for our corporate office based in Columbia, MO. A remote or hybrid option could be considered for the Candidate.

Primary Responsibilities

Direct and oversee the sourcing and procurement processes across EquipmentShare for an assigned portfolio in OEM, non-OEM and/or Indirect.

Act with a sense of urgency.

Negotiate the best pricing and value for products and services in the most cost-effective and time-efficient manner

Oversee and manage the creation of new and renewed vendor relationships and contracts as needed.

Review product quality and effectiveness for EquipmentShare’s needs

Guide, mentor & develop team members and vendors to meet business goals and targets

Evaluate product vendors and study market trends to identify the best vendor options and predict product availability

Assist in the development of standards, processes and best practices for the

Procurement department

Communicate clearly and collaborate across team’s organization-wide to achieve goals and establish transparent procurement processes

Review current category services and products to identify areas of price reductions, efficient purchasing, improvements, etc.

Build solid vendor relationships for common services across the assigned accounts and create a One Face mentality.

Become the single point of contact internally for all stakeholders and present concerns to our vendors, lead a one face to the supplier mindset.

Collaborate and work with the organization’s management during vendor evaluation and selection, as well as purchase contract negotiations and service level agreements

Mine data to drive in depth analysis of category usage and spend.

Why We’re a Better Place to Work

Competitive salary.

Medical, Dental and Vision coverage for full-time employees.

401(k) and company match.

Generous paid time off (PTO) plus company paid holidays.

Stocked breakroom and full kitchen, chef prepared meals daily (breakfast and lunch).

State of the art onsite gym (Corporate HQ) with instructor led-courses/Gym stipend for remote employees.

Seasonal and year round wellness challenges.

Company sponsored events (annual family gatherings, happy hours and more).

Volunteering and local charity initiatives that help you nurture and grow the communities you call home. Employees receive 16 hours of paid volunteer time per year.

Opportunities for career and professional development with conferences, events, seminars and continued education.

About You

Our mission to change an entire industry is not easily achieved, so we only hire people who are inspired by the goal and up for the challenge. In turn, our employees have every opportunity to grow with us, achieve personal and professional success and enjoy making a tangible difference in an industry that’s long been resistant to change.

Skills & Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree in business or a related field is preferred

Must have at least 8-10 years of Construction & Building Products category management experience

Professional certifications preferred e.g., CPSM, CIPS, C.P.M., or evidence of continued professional growth Targeted Competencies

Must be able to travel up to 50% of the time

Prolonged sitting at a computer will be required

Strong project management, communication and leadership skills

Solid working knowledge of the complete procurement cycle with a hands-on work styl

You can negotiate with the best of them, and you’re personable and charismatic

You should feel confident and comfortable communicating effectively with all levels of leadership within the organization

In-depth knowledge of Procurement, Supply Chain and Inventory fundamentals

Strong interpersonal and analytical skills

Ability to build relationships with key business stakeholders and 3rd party vendors

Inner drive to accomplish goals and not deterred by obstacles

Capacity to develop innovative strategies and solutions, creative problem solver

Contract negotiation and ongoing management skills

Analytics, ability to mine data to drive in depth analysis

Building and managing diverse vendor relationships

Committed to Continuous improvement

Personal flexibility

Independent worker, self-starter

Organizational savvy

Innovativeness

Effective Communication & presentation skills

Decision making & crisis management

Business Influence, interviewing and active listening

Knowledge of effective supplier risk management techniques

EquipmentShare is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. EquipmentShare is an equal opportunity

employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation,

protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.