Sourcing Manager

AIG • Atlanta, GA

13d • Onsite

About The Position

AIG is seeking an experienced Sourcing Category Manager to develop sourcing strategies, manage supplier relationships, and deliver measurable value across assigned indirect spend categories, including professional services. The role calls for strategic thinking, analytical ability, stakeholder management, and understanding of market dynamics. It requires working in the Atlanta office four days per week, as part of AIG’s emphasis on in-person collaboration.

The successful candidate will manage category strategies and sourcing initiatives from planning through supplier selection and contract execution, while delivering cost, quality, service, and business value. They will work with internal stakeholders and suppliers to improve procurement effectiveness, manage performance, and address category risks.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of strategic sourcing, category management, or procurement experience, including ownership of indirect spend categories in a complex corporate environment.
• Experience sourcing and managing Professional Services categories, including consulting, contingent workforce, managed services, and other indirect services.
• Track record of developing and executing category strategies that deliver cost savings, supplier innovation, risk mitigation, and business value.
• Experience leading competitive sourcing events (RFPs, RFQs, and RFIs) and managing supplier evaluation and selection.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, including experience with spend analysis, market intelligence, and data-driven decision-making.
• Excellent negotiation, contract management, and supplier relationship management skills.
• In-depth knowledge of market dynamics, industry trends, and strategic sourcing best practices across indirect procurement categories.
• Ability to influence and collaborate effectively with stakeholders.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with sourcing, procurement, contract lifecycle management, and spend analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement category strategies to optimize cost, quality, service levels, and business value.
• Manage assigned indirect spend categories and identify opportunities for cost savings, supplier consolidation, process improvement, and risk mitigation.
• Conduct market analyses to identify trends, opportunities, innovation, and risks.
• Lead strategic sourcing initiatives, including RFPs, RFQs, and RFIs, from strategy development through supplier selection and contract execution.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and business stakeholders to align sourcing strategies with organizational objectives.
• Negotiate, execute, and manage supplier contracts in compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.
• Source and negotiate complex Professional Services agreements, including consulting, contingent labor, managed services, and other knowledge-based service categories.
• Drive continuous improvement in sourcing processes, supplier performance, and procurement effectiveness.
• Build and maintain relationships with key suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Monitor supplier performance and KPIs to ensure accountability and continuous improvement.
• Identify and mitigate supply, commercial, operational, and financial risks within assigned categories.

Benefits

• A comprehensive Total Rewards benefits package focused on health, wellbeing, financial security, and professional development.
• Continuous learning and development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed