Strategic Sourcing Manager

Smithfield Foods • Smithfield, VA

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About The Position

As a Strategic Sourcing Manager, you will lead the sourcing strategy for key spend categories, partnering with cross-functional teams to deliver value through cost efficiency, innovation, and supply assurance. You’ll apply procurement best practices and supplier relationship management to drive results, mitigate risk, and support Smithfield’s broader business objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university and 5+ years of relevant experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience, required.
• Leadership & Project Management: 2+ years of demonstrated experience in team management, staff development, or project leadership.
• Contract Negotiation Expertise: Proven experience negotiating contracts and developing negotiation strategies across a broad range of corporate services.
• Strategic Sourcing Knowledge: Strong experience applying strategic sourcing methodology and managing end-to-end sourcing processes.
• Cross-Functional Influence: Demonstrated ability to lead, guide, or mentor others and influence cross-functional stakeholders, required
• Technology Proficiency: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and SAP.
• Process & Procurement Knowledge: Familiarity with strategic sourcing techniques including value stream management, lean principles, and buying theories.
• Communication & Collaboration: Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Travel Flexibility: Willingness to travel at least 10% of the time.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) or equivalent experience preferred.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop Strategic Sourcing Plans: Utilize strategic sourcing methodology to build category strategies, source suppliers, negotiate contracts, and manage supplier performance using total cost of ownership (TCO) models.
• Drive Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with internal stakeholders across departments to align sourcing strategies with business needs and create synergies that drive value across the organization.
• Lead Supplier Innovation & Improvement: Work proactively with suppliers to implement continuous improvement initiatives and adopt emerging technologies that deliver long-term competitive advantages.
• Identify and Execute Cost-Saving Initiatives: Collaborate with operations and procurement operations teams to implement cost-reduction programs and manage cost model strategies with key suppliers.
• Lead Sourcing Projects: Oversee cross-functional teams through sourcing processes and project management initiatives that support supply chain and operations goals.
• Build Strategic Stakeholder Relationships: Develop and maintain strong relationships with business partners to identify sourcing opportunities and execute long-term strategies focused on measurable cost savings and process improvements.
• Leadership: Drives a positive employee experience through leadership by way of employee development and coaching.

Benefits

• Smithfield is proud to offer robust, flexible and affordable benefit plans and programs to support our team members and their loved ones, and with out-of-pocket costs, on average, 20 percent less than plans offered by other employers.
• Beyond our medical plans, our Be Well programs offer tools and resources to enhance your quality of life, at no additional cost. These programs are uniquely tailored to our Smithfield team and provide support for elective surgeries, weight loss, mental health, cancer, kidney disease, diabetes, smoking cessation, asthma, maternity management and more.
• Our company invests in your future. We offer comprehensive training and professional development programs designed to help you reach your full potential. Our partnership with GUILD supports your continuing education with tuition assistance covering English language learning and various certificate programs, while our leadership development initiatives nurture high-potential talent.
• For those looking to build specialized skills, we offer apprenticeship programs that combine hands-on experience with focused learning.
• We also offer unique benefits like our Smithfield Scholarship Program for employees’ children.
• Smithfield’s Education Reimbursement Program provides financial reimbursement to team members who want to further their formal education by obtaining a GED/High School Equivalency (HSE) Diploma or by pursuing an academic degree at an accredited college or university that is not a Guild learning partner.

What This Job Offers

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