We currently have an opportunity for a Senior Manager, Sourcing at our Corporate Headquarters in Lake Forest, IL.

The Senior Manager, Sourcing leads the strategic sourcing and procurement of capital equipment, major engineering services, and large-scale capital projects across the organization. This role is responsible for developing sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships, ensuring cost-effective project execution, and partnering closely with Engineering, Operations, Finance, and Executive Leadership to deliver reliable, high-quality capital investments.

You Will Have the Opportunity to Make Great Things Happen!

Strategic Leadership & Governance

• Develop and execute a multi-year capital procurement strategy aligned with corporate growth, operational efficiency, and sustainability goals.
• Establish governance frameworks, procurement policies, and sourcing standards for capital projects.
• Lead capital spend planning, forecasting, and annual budgeting from a procurement perspective.
• Partner with Engineering, Operations, and Finance to prioritize projects and ensure alignment with business needs.

Capital Project Sourcing

• Oversee end-to-end sourcing for capital equipment, construction, major upgrades, and facility expansions.
• Develop sourcing strategies, RFPs, bid evaluations, commercial models, and negotiation playbooks for smaller to multimillion-dollar capital projects.
• Drive total cost of ownership (TCO) analysis, cost modeling, and value-engineering initiatives to optimize project budgets. Work with engineering team members to do 9should cost9 modeling to get to the right cost for the capital projects.
• Ensure all procurements meet regulatory, safety, and quality requirements.

Supplier Management

• Build and manage long-term strategic supplier partnerships across equipment manufacturers, engineering firms, contractors, and OEMs.
• Oversee supplier qualification, performance monitoring, and corrective action processes.
• Negotiate complex commercial agreements, service contracts, warranties, and performance guarantees.
• Lead risk mitigation efforts, including supply continuity, financial stability assessments, and contract compliance.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Collaborate with Engineering on equipment specifications, lifecycle considerations, and technology selections.
• Partner with Project Managers to ensure on-time equipment delivery, installation, and commissioning.
• Align with MRO Sourcing Manager to achieve best TCO for spare parts.
• Align with Service Sourcing Manager to achieve best TCO for service from OEMs.
• Align with Finance and Legal on contract terms, capex governance, and audit compliance.
• Align with Procurement Operations team to ensure supplier terms and conditions are implemented to company9s policies.
• Team with Procurement Analysts to develop sourcing cycle and implement wins from the RFPs.
• Team with Procurement Coordinators on implementing the T&C from established contract with Suppliers while transacting Purchase Orders and Invoices.
• Engage senior leadership with clear communication on project timelines, risks, and procurement strategies.

Team Leadership

• Contribute towards strengthening organizational capability in capital sourcing, negotiation, and supplier management and cross functional engagement.
• Live a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and accountability.

You Will Love It Here If9 

• You listen, learn, and evolve
• You thrive in a fast-paced environment
• You put safety first, always
• You are passionate about collaboration, teamwork, and achieving shared goals
• You believe in treating all people with respect, operating ethically, and growing a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace
• You are committed to improving our impact on local communities and creating positive experiences9

Education/Experience

9999 Required

• Bachelor9s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, Finance, or related discipline.
• 8+ years of procurement or strategic sourcing experience, with significant experience managing large capital projects.

9999 Preferred

• Master9s degree (MBA, Engineering Management, or related) a plus.
• Professional certifications (CPSM, PMP, or similar).

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Proven experience negotiating complex contracts with equipment OEMs, engineering firms, and construction partners.
• Strong financial acumen, including cost modeling, TCO analysis, and ROI understanding.
• Expertise in project management, risk mitigation, and cross-functional leadership.
• Experience in manufacturing, consumer packaged goods (CPG), industrial operations, or energy.
• Knowledge of global supply markets and emerging capital technologies.

Competencies

• Strategic Mindset 9 Anticipates future opportunities and risks and connects procurement strategies to broader business priorities.
• Persuades - Uses compelling arguments to gain the support and commitment of others.
• Builds Networks - Effectively builds formal and informal relationship networks inside and outside the organization.
• Plans and Aligns - Plans and prioritizes work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals.
• Financial Acumen - Understands and applies financial concepts and information to make sound business decisions.
• Communicates Effectively 9 Delivers clear, concise information on procurement strategies, project timelines, risks, and business implications.

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