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Strategic Sourcing Manager

Flagship Management
Chesapeake, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/23/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/22/2026

Strategic Sourcing Manager

  • Responsible for the effective identification, vetting, and management of key strategic purchasing vendor relationships in order to support effective program execution of all business activities.
  • Directly supervises a team of strategic purchasers/buyers and is responsible for supporting professional development and ensuring overall team performance & professionalism.

Responsibilities:

  • Embrace and promote culture. Coordinate and collaborate effectively with other company stakeholders through positive engagement and mutual respect. Hold self & team members accountable to this company wide standard for interpersonal relationships.
  • Responsible for the development and execution of Strategic Purchasing activities to ensure achievement of performance targets in line with the company purpose, strategic priorities, and shareholder expectations.
  • Align and coordinate on overall Supply Chain department strategy with Parts Coordination Manager to ensure collective Supply Chain success.
  • Coordinate directly with Business Development, Program Management, and Product Development team members to support development of domestic sourcing opportunities and identify/mitigate vendor risks.
  • Lead and coordinate the qualification and ERP business system “set up” of strategic vendors and partners.
  • Coordinate with corporate supply chain team to develop vendor selection, set-up, and management processes.
  • Work directly with corporate supply chain team to jointly evaluate suppliers for foreign/domestic supply projects.
  • Assist in the Creation and review requisitions and purchase orders for accuracy of pricing and lead time prior to placing the order to the supplier or service contractors.
  • Expedite materials and service calls as requested to ensure fast and complete delivery and facility repairs.
  • Compile and maintain records, such as the open order report, Vendor OTD, Small Business reporting, etc.
  • Manage Parts Master data to include creation of new parts and maintenance.
  • Coordinate with QEHS department to manage and support vendor audit programs and manage non-conformities.
  • Ensure export compliance policies and requirements are clearly understood and followed by department personnel.

Required Education:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field plus 7 years direct relatable work experience or High School Diploma and 10 years direct experience in Strategic sourcing and management

Preferred Experience:

  • Minimum 5 years' experience in the marine industry and/or defense industry with direct responsibility for vendor sourcing, selection, and management.
  • Direct knowledge of US government and defense shipbuilding supply chain and customers.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office product suite.
  • Experience managing parts and vendor data in corporate ERP system (i.e. Deltek Costpoint).
  • Knowledge of marine propulsion equipment and service capabilities preferred.

Employment Qualifications:

  • Must be a US Citizen
  • Must have, or be able to obtain a US Secret Clearance upon employment

Pay: $97,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Relocation assistance
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $97,000 - $140,000

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