Sr Procurement Manager-Temp Labor/Travel

Sunbelt Rentals, Inc.•Fort Mill, SC

5d•$113,342 - $155,846

About The Position

Position Objective: The Senior Procurement Manager is responsible for leading and managing the sourcing and procurement of goods and services across multiple locations in a decentralized environment. This individual develops and implements strategic sourcing strategies, negotiates contracts, manages supplier relationships, and ensures cost-effective, reliable supply aligned with organizational objectives. The role requires a strategic thinker with strong analytical, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills, capable of cross-functional collaboration and continuous process improvement

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, or related field; MBA or relevant certification preferred.
7+ years of progressive experience in procurement or strategic sourcing, ideally within a multi-site organization.
Deep understanding of supplier markets, pricing mechanisms, and spend categories (direct/indirect).
Strong negotiation, contract management, and supplier relationship management skills.
Proficiency with procurement technology platforms and data analysis tools.
Excellent communication, project management, and analytical skills.
Ability to collaborate and influence across organizational levels.
Understanding of safety, regulatory compliance, and sustainability standards.
Willingness to travel as required to support supplier relationships and operational needs (up to 20%).
Must be able to bend, squat, crouch and/or reach and lift up to 25 pounds or more, as required by the job.
All duties must be performed according to Sunbelt’s safety policies and guidelines.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in sectors such as equipment rental, construction, or heavy industry preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead strategic procurement initiatives for direct and indirect spend categories across multiple locations.
Develop and execute sourcing strategies to consolidate spend while maintaining operational flexibility at the local level.
Negotiate contracts, pricing structures, and service-level agreements with national, regional, and local suppliers.
Analyze market trends, pricing indices, and consumption data to identify savings opportunities and mitigate risk.
Build and maintain strategic supplier relationships, ensuring performance metrics and compliance standards are met.
Collaborate cross-functionally with Operations, Finance, Legal, Safety, Facilities, and IT to align procurement strategies with business goals.
Monitor and manage supplier performance, including KPIs, SLAs, and periodic reviews.
Standardize procurement processes and implement best practices across regions and branches.
Support sustainability initiatives, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement efforts.
Mentor junior procurement staff, as needed.
Oversee procurement payables and relevant reporting.
Manage other duties as assigned by leadership.