Strategic Sourcing Manager

EquipmentShare • Columbia, MO

23h • Hybrid

About The Position

At EquipmentShare, we’re not just filling a role — we’re assembling the best team on the planet to build something that’s never been built before. We’re on a mission to transform an industry that’s been stuck in the past by empowering contractors and communities through innovative technology, real-time support, and a team that truly cares.
We’re hiring a Strategic Sourcing Manager for our corporate headquarters in Columbia, MO, and we’re looking for someone who’s ready to grow with us, bring energy and drive to their work, and help us build the future of construction. EquipmentShare is searching for a Strategic Sourcing Manager team member to support Construction/Building Products/Consumables for our corporate office based in Columbia, MO. A remote or hybrid option could be considered for the Candidate.

Requirements

• Strong project management, communication and leadership skills
• Solid working knowledge of the complete procurement cycle with a hands-on work style
• You can negotiate with the best of them, and you’re personable and charismatic
• You should feel confident and comfortable communicating effectively with all levels of leadership within the organization
• In-depth knowledge of Procurement, Supply Chain and Inventory fundamentals
• Strong interpersonal and analytical skills
• Ability to build relationships with key business stakeholders and 3rd party vendors
• Inner drive to accomplish goals and not deterred by obstacles
• Capacity to develop innovative strategies and solutions, creative problem solver
• Contract negotiation and ongoing management skills
• Analytics, ability to mine data to drive in depth analysis
• Building and managing diverse vendor relationships
• Committed to Continuous improvement
• Personal flexibility
• Independent worker, self-starter
• Organizational savvy
• Innovativeness
• Effective Communication & presentation skills
• Decision making & crisis management
• Business Influence, interviewing and active listening
• Knowledge of effective supplier risk management techniques
• A bachelor’s degree in business or a related field is preferred
• At least 4 years of Construction & Building Products category management experience

Nice To Haves

• Professional certifications preferred e.g., CPSM, CIPS, C.P.M., or evidence of continued professional growth

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee the sourcing and procurement processes across EquipmentShare for an assigned portfolio in OEM, non-OEM and/or Indirect
• Act with a sense of urgency.
• Negotiate the best pricing and value for products and services in the most cost-effective and time-efficient manner
• Oversee and manage the creation of new and renewed vendor relationships and contracts as needed.
• Review product quality and effectiveness for EquipmentShare’s needs
• Guide, mentor & develop team members and vendors to meet business goals and targets
• Evaluate product vendors and study market trends to identify the best vendor options and predict product availability
• Assist in the development of standards, processes and best practices for the Procurement department
• Communicate clearly and collaborate across team’s organization-wide to achieve goals and establish transparent procurement processes
• Review current category services and products to identify areas of price reductions, efficient purchasing, improvements, etc.
• Build solid vendor relationships for common services across the assigned accounts and create a One Face mentality.
• Become the single point of contact internally for all stakeholders and present concerns to our vendors, lead a one face to the supplier mindset.
• Collaborate and work with the organization’s management during vendor evaluation and selection, as well as purchase contract negotiations and service level agreements
• Mine data to drive in depth analysis of category usage and spend.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Full medical, dental, and vision coverage for full-time employees
• Generous PTO + paid holidays
• 401(k) + company match
• Gym membership stipend + wellness programs (earn PTO and prizes!)
• Company events and food truck nights
• 16 hours of paid volunteer time per year — give back to the community you call home
• Career advancement, leadership training, and professional development opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager