Sourcing Manager
Location: Portage, Indiana
Schedule: Fully Onsite
Salary: $80,000–$90,000 annually
Position Summary
We are seeking a highly analytical and project-driven Sourcing Manager to join our team in Portage, Indiana. This individual will play a key role in managing sourcing initiatives, supplier relationships, contract negotiations, and procurement projects from start to finish.
The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience within the service industry and a strong background managing the full sourcing and procurement lifecycle, including developing RFPs, negotiating contracts, evaluating supplier performance and quality, and overseeing purchase orders and invoices.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead sourcing and procurement projects from initial requirements gathering through supplier selection, contract execution, and implementation.
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Manage end-to-end contract negotiations, including pricing, terms, service levels, quality expectations, and supplier agreements.
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Develop, issue, and evaluate Requests for Proposal (RFPs) and other competitive sourcing initiatives.
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Conduct detailed supplier and cost analysis to identify opportunities for savings, efficiency improvements, and risk reduction.
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Partner with internal stakeholders to establish sourcing requirements and manage project timelines and deliverables.
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Work closely with suppliers and internal teams to address quality control issues, service concerns, and performance expectations.
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Process and oversee purchase orders, invoices, and related procurement documentation, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
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Track supplier performance, contract compliance, project milestones, and key sourcing metrics.
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Manage multiple sourcing initiatives simultaneously in a fast-paced, project-based environment.
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Identify and implement process improvements that strengthen procurement efficiency and overall supplier performance.
Qualifications
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Minimum of 5 years of sourcing, procurement, purchasing, or supply chain experience within the service industry.
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Demonstrated experience managing the full sourcing lifecycle and end-to-end contract negotiations.
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Strong experience developing and managing RFP processes.
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Experience working with supplier quality, performance management, and quality control processes.
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Knowledge of purchase order and invoice processing.
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Highly analytical with strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
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Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple initiatives, priorities, and deadlines.
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Excellent communication and negotiation skills with the ability to work effectively with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
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Highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fully onsite, project-driven environment.
Compensation
$80,000–$90,000 annually, depending on experience.
This is an excellent opportunity for a sourcing professional who enjoys owning projects, analyzing complex information, negotiating with suppliers, and driving measurable improvements across the procurement process.
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