Job Profile:
Procurement Manager 2

Job Family:
Procurement

Time Type:
Full time

Max Pay - Depends on experience:
$85,000.00 USD Annual

Apply before 11:59 PM Arizona time the day before the posted End Date.

Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree and five (5) years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field including two (2) years managerial experience; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Job Description:

The Manager, Supply Chain Sourcing Strategy leads a team of sourcing strategists responsible for developing and executing strategic sourcing initiatives that support Arizona State University's capital projects, construction, facilities, and related services. This role drives value through supplier strategy, contract negotiations, cost optimization, and stakeholder partnership while ensuring sourcing activities align with project objectives, operational needs, and university priorities.

Salary range: $80,000 - $85,000 annually

Essential Duties:
• Lead and develop a team of Sourcing Strategists supporting construction, capital projects, facilities, and other categories as business needs evolve.
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies that deliver value, reduce risk, and align with university objectives.
• Direct strategic sourcing, supplier management, negotiations, and contracting activities across assigned categories.
• Lead stakeholder engagement and drive sourcing decisions that support project, operational, and financial objectives.
• Analyze spend, market conditions, supplier performance, and industry trends to identify opportunities and inform sourcing strategies.
• Negotiate complex agreements and commercial terms to optimize cost, service, quality, and supplier performance.
• Establish and manage supplier performance expectations, governance, and accountability measures.
• Drive cross-functional alignment among stakeholders, suppliers, legal, finance, and project teams to achieve sourcing objectives.
• Deliver measurable results through cost savings, value creation, risk mitigation, and contract compliance initiatives.
• Develop and monitor key performance metrics, supplier scorecards, and sourcing outcomes.
• Drive continuous improvement, standardization, and process optimization across sourcing activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Proven track record of delivering measurable results through strategic sourcing, procurement, supplier management, contract negotiations, and category management. Demonstrated ability to develop sourcing strategies that drive cost savings, value creation, risk mitigation, and supplier performance improvements. Strong ability to lead teams, influence stakeholders, negotiate complex agreements, analyze data, and drive cross-functional decision-making. Knowledge of construction, capital projects, facilities, and related service categories preferred.

Desired Qualifications:

Experience in public procurement, strategic sourcing, and leading complex supply chain initiatives. Proficiency in supply chain automation, ERP systems, and Al tools. Strong background in forecasting, demand planning, and supplier performance management. Demonstrated ability to develop scalable processes and influence cross-functional teams.

Working Environment:

This role is located in Tempe, AZ. The environment is in an office setting in various campus buildings and athletic facilities. The role cannot typically be done remotely.

Driving Requirement:
This position may require driving. Employee must possess a valid US Driver's license of the appropriate class and required endorsements throughout employment.

Location:
Campus: Tempe

Funding:
No Federal Funding

Instructions to Apply:

Current employees, student workers seeking staff opportunities, and students applying for student worker positions must apply directly through the Workday Jobs Hub.

Please use the link below to log in using single sign-on.
https://www.myworkday.com/asu/d/inst/1$9925/9925$23273.htmld

To be considered, your application must include all of the following attachments:

• Cover letter
• Resume or CV

Multiple documents may be uploaded in the attachments section. Alternatively, applicants may combine all required materials into a single PDF for submission. Please ensure uploaded documents are clearly labeled and include your name.

Please ensure your resume includes all employment information in month and year format, for example 6/04 to 8/14, along with job title, job duties, and employer name for each position. Your resume should clearly demonstrate how your experience and background meet the minimum and desired qualifications for this position. Incomplete applications or missing required materials may not be considered.

Important: Do not withdraw your application to make edits. Once an application is withdrawn, it cannot be edited, reactivated, or replaced with a new submission. If you have questions or need assistance, please contact The Office of Human Resources Talent Acquisition before the posting close date.

Graduate Assistant, Intern and part-time positions are counted as half time for experience equivalency, meaning one year equals six months of experience.

Only electronic applications will be accepted for this position. By submitting an application, you confirm that the information provided is accurate and complete.