Join Rockline's dynamic team as a Senior Sourcing Manager I and shape the future of global supply strategy. We're seeking a visionary leader to spearhead strategic supplier relationships, optimize supply chains, and drive value creation across North America and Europe. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, negotiate key contracts, and foster innovative partnerships to propel Rockline to new heights. With opportunities to lead sourcing projects, mentor junior associates, and uphold our core values of Renew, Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence, this role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact in a thriving industry. Are you ready to redefine the future of sourcing? Apply now.

Essential Accountabilities:

1. Strategic Sourcing Leadership: Lead the transition from tactical to strategic sourcing processes, implementing best practices to enhance value creation.
2. Customer Support and Problem Resolution: Assist internal and external stakeholders in developing commercial terms, resolving raw material quality issues, and optimizing supply chains.
3. Category Strategy Development: Craft innovative category strategies aligning with business unit objectives and effectively communicate them to key stakeholders.
4. Supplier Relationship Management: Identify strategic suppliers, negotiate contracts, lead cost negotiations, and cultivate long-term relationships to drive innovation and competitiveness.
5. Supply Chain Optimization: Develop and execute long-term supply strategies, conduct market analysis, and stay abreast of industry trends to optimize the supply base.
6. Project Management: Manage sourcing projects, convert requisitions to purchase orders, and supervise junior associates to ensure project success and team development.
7. Compliance and Safety: Uphold Rockline's RRITE values and ensure all work is performed safely and in accordance with company standards.

Additional Specialty Responsibilities (Capital Sourcing):

1. Strategic Sourcing Practices: Identify and implement sourcing best practices for capital acquisitions, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and adding value to the business.
2. Supplier Relationship Building: Stay informed about equipment and services, build strong supplier relationships, and contribute to strategic sourcing success with capital projects.
3. Capital Planning: Participate in the capital planning process, executing strategies to achieve sourcing success and enhance organizational value.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: 

• Minimum 8 years of strategic sourcing or related discipline experience within assigned categories.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Economics, Engineering, or related field required; MBA preferred. CPSM, CPIM, or C.P.M. preferred.
• Extensive experience in contract negotiation, with excellent knowledge of contract law and Uniform Commercial Code (UCC).
• Proficiency in market surveys, cost analysis, and RFQ/RFP preparation.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and develop associates in sourcing best practices.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build internal and external relationships and collaborate effectively.
• Exceptional verbal, written, analytical, and presentation skills.
• Ability to analyze market trends, evaluate supply sources, and provide solutions to internal customers.
• Capacity to make sound business decisions under pressure and meet deadlines.
• High-energy, self-motivated individual with strong analytical and persuasive abilities.
• Proven leadership skills, capable of developing consensus and driving action in others.
• Ability to work independently and lead project teams to achieve goals.
• Proficient in negotiation strategies with discretion, especially in complex situations with high business impact.
• Willingness to travel nationally and internationally, up to 25-30%.
• Strong background in sourcing capital equipment, indirect, and related services preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Mechanical aptitude, maintenance, and/or engineering knowledge/expertise strongly preferred.
• Experience in manufacturing and comprehensive understanding of complex contracts/agreements.
• Familiarity with financial aspects of capital expenditures such as ROI, NPV, cash flow, and total cost of ownership.