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Strategic Sourcing / Procurement Manager

Genesis10
life insurance, 401(k)
United States, Pennsylvania, Pittsburgh
Jun 21, 2025
Genesis10 is currently seeking a Strategic Sourcing CapEx Category Manager with a leading client in Pittsburgh, PA. This is a 12-month contract position. Compensation: $65-75/hour Job Description: As Strategic Sourcing Category Manager, you strategically manage the global services category for Engineering, Construction, Installation, Electrical, HVAC and other assigned categories across 200+ manufacturing, warehouse, and office locations. You will negotiate agreements that optimize the total value for the client with established purchasing policies. You will oversee projects and supplier relationships and will help develop strategies, conduct RFPs, lead the selection of suppliers, define the implementation strategies, ensure compliance, and monitor sustainability targets. Category strategies include partner communication, spend analytics/mapping, external market analysis, strategic sourcing strategy development and execution (reverse auctions, RFX, focused negotiations), contract/service level agreements, and vendor management. You will be delegated purchasing authority up to a certain dollar amount, referring all transactions in excess to the appropriate level of authority and complying with all Corporate Purchasing procedures. You will report to the Global Sr Sourcing Manager. Responsibilities: Provide strategic direction and ensure purchasing requirements are met by meeting with and coordinating with internal stakeholders and other departments Design and execute sourcing events for pertinent category Utilize available e-sourcing and optimization tools efficiently Develop different award optimization scenarios to minimize total cost of ownership Respond to supplier and stakeholder questions (e.g., category, supply, event, price, or specification) Support the execution of supplier financing programs maintaining a holistic view of early payment and accounts payables programs Prepare planning guide to facilitate the completion of the negotiation and support where needed Prepare current and potential Supplier Profile Summaries Work closely with Sustainability team on agreed projects and ensue sustainability targets are reached and monitored Review Business Requisitions, determine compliance to contract and approve/reject Strategic Sourcing CapEx Category Manager Assist stakeholders and business partners in the creation of sourcing plans that is in line with its goals Sourcing Analysis Identify and conduct market research and create analytics on equipment, feedstocks, and services used in the delivery of goods & services Prepare reports to measure cost benefit analysis Develop inflation/deflation reports and forecasting models using price indices from multiple source Conduct opportunity assessments, benchmarking, and should cost modeling to develop sourcing opportunities Prepare category improvement projections and conduct post-implementation variance analysis Identify total internal costs associated with supplier price, delivery, operations and quality Generate supplier spend reports and quantify the overall total ownership cost of each product or service to identify cost savings Contract Management Work with the contract management team in the administration of contract data, addendums, item master sheets, and additional supplier documentation Supplier Relationship Management Support category managers in the development of supplier performance/continuous improvement targets and related scorecards Work with the SRM team in the administration of supplier assessments, score cards, and other analytics to manage supplier performance Benefit Tracking Partner with the KPI & Benefits team to develop a tracking mechanism to report and communicate supplier compliance Create and proliferate supplier item catalogs throughout internal ERP systems Serve as a liaison and inform stakeholders, business units and suppliers about contract pricing and performance requirements Requirements: Bachelor's or Associates degree in Business Management, Supply Chain, Operations, Finance, Client, or similar Strategic Sourcing CapEx Category Manager 2-years professional experience in procurement activities Demonstrated and proven leadership ability Ability to identify, quantify and effectively communicate business risks Self-starter, ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment while delivering solid action-oriented results quickly Analytical skills with the ability to identify, quantify and effectively leverage data to support business decisions, communicate opportunities and/or raise business risks Ability to monitor compliance with established guidelines, policies, procedures, and regulations Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Vizio, Think Cell, Power BI) Ability to synthesize analysis into compelling oral/written communications and presentations CPM/CPSM, CSCP or equivalent certification Expertise in Microsoft Office, data visualization tools 5+ years in a manufacturing environment 4-years professional experience in Procurement, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, or Retail Only candidates available and ready to work directly as Genesis10 employees will be considered for this position. If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, please apply! About Genesis10: Ranked a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts for six consecutive years, Genesis10 puts thousands of consultants and employees to work across the United States every year in contract, contract-for-hire, and permanent placement roles. With more than 300 active clients, Genesis10 provides access to many of the Fortune 100 firms and a variety of mid-market organizations across the full spectrum of industry verticals. For contract roles, Genesis10 offers the benefits listed below. If this is a perm-placement opportunity, our recruiter can talk you through the unique benefits offered for that particular client. Benefits of Working with Genesis10: Access to hundreds of clients, most who have been working with Genesis10 for 5-20+ years. The opportunity to have a career-home in Genesis10; many of our consultants have been working exclusively with Genesis10 for years. Access to an experienced, caring recruiting team (more than 7 years of experience, on average.) Behavioral Health Platform Medical, Dental, Vision Health Savings Account Voluntary Hospital Indemnity (Critical Illness & Accident) Voluntary Term Life Insurance 401K Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities) Commuter Benefits (Dallas, NYC, SF) Remote opportunities available For multiple years running, Genesis10 has been recognized as a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S., as a Best Company for Work-Life Balance, as a Best Company for Career Growth, for Diversity, and for Leadership, amongst others. To learn more and to view all our available career opportunities, please visit us at our website. Genesis10 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.