Senior Manager, Construction Sourcing houston, tx

ESRhealthcare•Houston, TX

5d•$81,000 - $120,000

About The Position

Sodexo Energy and Resource is seeking a strategic and results-driven Senior Manager, Construction Sourcing to join our Design and Construction team in Houston, TX. This role will report directly to the VP, Construction Services and will be responsible for leading the procurement and sourcing of construction materials, services, and contractors for new builds, remodels, and infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in construction sourcing, supplier management, and contract negotiation, with a strong focus on operational excellence and cost efficiency. Sodexo provides our corporate service partners with a diverse range of food services and integrated facilities management possibilities. From restaurants to delivery options, to streamlined operations and cutting-edge technology, Sodexo creates a safe, vibrant, and eco-friendly workplace.

Requirements

Bachelors degree in Construction Management, Procurement, Supply Chain, Business, or related field.
5+ years of experience in construction sourcing or procurement.
Proven experience with new builds and remodels in a commercial setting.
Strong negotiation, contract management, and communication skills.
Deep understanding of construction timelines, materials, and procurement best practices.
Minimum Management Experience - 5 years
Minimum Functional Experience - 3 years

Nice To Haves

Professional certifications such as CPSM or PMP (preferred).
Experience sourcing specialized equipment for general contractors in commercial construction (preferred).

Responsibilities

Develop and execute sourcing strategies aligned with construction project goals and business objectives.
Partner with cross-functional teams including project manager, contractors and vendors to forecast and fulfill sourcing needs.
Negotiate pricing, contracts, and terms with suppliers and contractors to ensure competitive pricing and quality.
Contract review and redlining to ensure corporate terms and conditions are maintained.
Work with the finance team to develop project budgets and ensure sourcing activities stay within financial constraints.
Analyze market trends, pricing, and supply chain dynamics to adjust sourcing strategies.
Responsible for the execution of category strategies while maintaining compliance to company policy and standards and mitigating all risk.
Engages the different stakeholders within the country to collaboratively develope categories through implementation of vendor contracts.
Plays an active role in developing the category strategies.
Leads the negotiation and management of national contracts for specific product lines.
Identifies opportunities for reducing the total cost of product to the segments.
Seeks direction from Category Directors, Segments, on purchasing strategies to be employed.
Manages contracts with multiple manufacturers as delegated.
Under general supervision, manages the entire process to solicit and analyze competitive proposals or bids, including Request for Proposal (RFP) process, financial analysis, solicitation of input from the segments, engagement of the program activation team for the award and communication throughout the organization.