Location: Springdale, AR or Sheboygan, WI Corporate Office
Work Arrangement: Hybrid/Flex
Capital Sourcing Manager I or IIAre you energized by global markets, supplier strategy, and turning data into insights that drive business success? Rockline is seeking a Capital Sourcing Manager I or II to engage global suppliers, and secure best-net-value solutions for our North American operations.
In this role, you'll partner closely with Engineering, Operations, Finance, and plant leadership to deliver cost-effective, high-quality capital solutions while managing risk, supplier performance, and total cost of ownership.
Sourcing Strategy & Execution- Develop and execute sourcing strategies for capital equipment (e.g., manufacturing lines, automation systems, packaging equipment, facilities infrastructure)
- Drive total cost of ownership (TCO) optimization, including acquisition, installation, maintenance, and lifecycle costs
- Support long-range capital planning through market intelligence and cost benchmarking
Lead Supplier Selection & Performance- Identify and qualify global suppliers who drive innovation, competitiveness, and value.
- Manage supplier analysis, the qualification process, and performance improvement initiatives.
- Lead supplier discussions focused on cost reduction, risk mitigation, and value enhancement.
Drive Innovation & Market Intelligence- Stay ahead of global market shifts, cost drivers, and industry trends.
- Identify innovation opportunities and share insights with key stakeholders.
Collaborate Across the Business- Partner with Engineering, and Operations to support innovation and reformulation needs
- Collaborate with internal teams on negotiations, contract development, pricing structures, commercial terms, and issue resolution.
- Prepare and analyze RFQs/RFPs, cost models, and pricing assessments.
- Support sustainability initiatives, including bio-based materials, reduced environmental impact, and responsible sourcing
Capital Sourcing:- Collaborate with other departments to transition the capital sourcing processes from tactical to strategic
- Implement Strategic Sourcing best practices & processes into the capital sourcing process to drive value
- Identify global strategic and non-strategic suppliers who have the ability to deliver best net value, product development, innovation, and competitiveness requirements.
- Negotiate terms & conditions, Performance Specifications, Acceptance Criteria, Liquidated Damages, Payment Terms and implement appropriate contracts and/or purchase order terms of sale with suppliers where applicable
What You BringWe are hiring either Capital Sourcing Manager I or a Capital Sourcing Manager II depending on experience and education background.
- 4+ years of strategic sourcing or related experience (capital strongly preferred; strategic sourcing experience or experience in a related discipline).
- 6+ years for the Capital Sourcing Manager II position.
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, Finance, Economics, or related field required
- MBA or professional certifications such as CPSM, CPIM, or C.P.M. preferred
- Proven experience in manufacturing environments
- Strong negotiation, cost modeling, and market analysis skills.
- Ability to evaluate supply sources, analyze pricing, and guide stakeholders in decision-making.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
- Knowledge of contract law, agreements, and the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC).
- Experience in manufacturing environments preferred.
- Self-directed, analytical thinker who can influence and lead cross-functional efforts.
- Ability to travel up to 25% domestically and internationally.
Preferred Capital Sourcing Qualifications- A mechanical aptitude, maintenance, and/or engineering knowledge/expertise are strongly preferred
- Experience sourcing automation, converting, or packaging equipment
- Exposure to global sourcing and international suppliers
- A strong understanding of the financial aspects of capital expenditures - ROI, NPV, cash flow, total cost of ownership
- Experience with sourcing contractors to meet internal needs
- Ability to read and understand blueprints / CAD drawings
- A working knowledge of engineering terminology and technical processes and equipment.
- Proven change management skills
