What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manager, Strategic Sourcing - MRO position at Smithfield Support Services Corp?
If you are currently employed at Smithfield, please log into Workday and submit your application through the Jobs Hub. A great job-and a great future-awaits you at Smithfield Foods. We are an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. We’re looking for motivated people who want to join our team and grow lasting and meaningful careers with us. Apply Now! THE VALUE YOU’LL BRING: The position summary states the general nature and purpose of the job. Overall accountabilities are defined in this section. As the Manager, Strategic Sourcing - MRO you will lead the development and execution of sourcing strategies for Maintenance, Repair, and Operations (MRO) categories to drive cost savings, supply continuity, and quality improvement. You’ll be responsible for identifying and qualifying suppliers, negotiating contracts, and building strategic partnerships that support operational excellence. Working cross-functionally, you will ensure sourcing initiatives are aligned with internal business objectives while optimizing procurement processes and vendor performance. This role plays a key part in delivering long-term value through continuous improvement and strategic supplier management. WHAT YOU’LL DO: The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned. Lead Sourcing Strategy Development: Design and implement procurement programs for MRO categories, including vendor evaluation, RFP ownership, and contract negotiation frameworks. Negotiate High-Impact Agreements: Apply expert-level negotiation techniques to secure favorable terms, maximize leverage, and lead complex supplier discussions. Drive Cost Reduction Initiatives: Set cost-saving targets, analyze spend, identify sourcing levers, and lead execution of RFIs/RFPs and supplier negotiations. Enhance Supplier Performance: Promote continuous improvement in service levels, adoption of new technologies, and alignment with business goals. Partner with Key Stakeholders: Engage business leaders, operations, and plant teams to identify opportunities for cost savings and optimize procurement practices. Maximize Purchasing Power: Ensure the company leverages its scale by reviewing purchasing agreements regularly and consolidating material SKUs where possible. Strengthen Vendor Relationships: Build strategic partnerships with suppliers, setting expectations for ongoing cost, service, and innovation improvements. Leadership: Drives a positive employee experience through leadership by way of employee development and coaching. WHAT WE’RE SEEKING: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions. Education & Experience: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year college or university and 5 years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience, required. Leadership: 2 years of demonstrated experience in team management, development, or project leadership is required. Sourcing Expertise: Minimum of 5 years’ experience in sourcing, required. Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong interpersonal capabilities. Technical Proficiency: Strong working knowledge and experience with Microsoft Excel; experience with SAP. Analytical & Problem-Solving Abilities: Proven ability to analyze, make decisions, and solve problems effectively in a fast-paced setting. Work Environment & Travel: Office-based role with potential travel up to 20% of the time. Team Fit: Collaborative, respectful, and team-oriented mindset with the ability to build strong working relationships and contribute to a positive work culture. IndSPR-Corp Relocation Package Available Yes EEO Information Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment selection process, please call us at 757-357-1595. At Smithfield, good food starts with good people. "Good food. Responsibly.®" is more than just our tagline; it's what we do. We provide good jobs. We take good care of our animals. We are good stewards of the environment. We do good in our local communities. Smithfield is proud to offer robust, flexible and affordable benefit plans and programs to support our team members and their loved ones, and with out-of-pocket costs, on average, 20 percent less than plans offered by other employers. Beyond our medical plans, our Be Well programs offer tools and resources to enhance your quality of life, at no additional cost. These programs are uniquely tailored to our Smithfield team and provide support for elective surgeries, weight loss, mental health, cancer, kidney disease, diabetes, smoking cessation, asthma, maternity management and more. Our company invests in your future. We offer comprehensive training and professional development programs designed to help you reach your full potential. Our partnership with GUILD supports your continuing education with tuition assistance covering English language learning and various certificate programs, while our leadership development initiatives nurture high-potential talent. For those looking to build specialized skills, we offer apprenticeship programs that combine hands-on experience with focused learning. We also offer unique benefits like our Smithfield Scholarship Program for employees’ children. Smithfield’s Education Reimbursement Program provides financial reimbursement to team members who want to further their formal education by obtaining a GED/High School Equivalency (HSE) Diploma or by pursuing an academic degree at an accredited college or university that is not a Guild learning partner. Headquartered in Smithfield, Virginia, since 1936, Smithfield Foods, Inc. is an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. With a diverse brand portfolio and strong relationships with U.S. farmers and customers, we responsibly meet demand for quality protein around the world. For more information, visit www.smithfieldfoods.com. We believe in the power of protein to end food insecurity and have donated hundreds of millions of food servings to our communities. Smithfield boasts a portfolio of high-quality iconic brands, such as Smithfield®, Eckrich® and Nathan's Famous®, among many others. 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