Strategic Sourcing Manager

The City of Chicago is hiring a Strategic Sourcing Manager responsible for managing supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, and developing sourcing strategies. The role emphasizes ethical practices, innovation, and sustainability while aligning with company values. Key responsibilities include evaluating sourcing procedures, collaborating with procurement, conducting supplier reviews, and providing leadership within the team. This position is designed for motivated individuals seeking growth in the diesel industry.
About the position

At JX, we are more than just a provider in the diesel industry; we are a team united by core values that define our commitment to excellence. Our employees play a crucial role in assisting both internal and external customers with solutions for their needs. From entry-level opportunities to experienced roles, this position is tailored for motivated and career-minded individuals seeking the potential for growth and increased responsibility as they expand their knowledge. Our values of Honoring Commitments, Creating Positive Experiences, Fostering Lifelong Learning, Exhibiting Pioneering Spirit, and Demonstrating Good Stewardship permeate every aspect of our company. Join us in growing all aspects of our business while embodying these values. The Strategic Sourcing Manager will be responsible for managing relationships with suppliers and senior leadership to drive value through strategic sourcing decisions. This role will develop partnerships with suppliers, establish quality and process standards, and create, communicate, and execute sourcing strategies. The position aligns closely with company values by ensuring ethical practices, innovative solutions, and a focus on long-term sustainability. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include evaluating sourcing procedures and presenting improvement strategies to senior management, negotiating contracts with key suppliers, ensuring compliance with financial, procurement, and risk management policies, collaborating with the procurement department to identify new supplier opportunities, conducting supplier reviews, staying informed on market trends, providing leadership and mentorship, driving purchasing decisions based on cost and scenario analysis, analyzing procurement costs, and adapting to the evolving needs of the organization.

Responsibilities
• Evaluate sourcing procedures and present improvement strategies to senior management, ensuring alignment with company goals and timelines.
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• Negotiate contracts with key suppliers, focusing on cost, service, and quality to meet the company's commitments.
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• Ensure compliance with financial, procurement, and risk management policies, communicating expectations to suppliers and stakeholders.
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• Collaborate with the procurement department to identify and pursue new supplier opportunities that enhance the overall customer experience.
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• Maintain strong strategic sourcing relationships and develop partnerships that promote mutual growth and satisfaction.
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• Conduct supplier reviews and scorecards to ensure performance aligns with company expectations and fosters a positive working relationship.
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• Stay informed on market trends, technological advancements, and industry regulations to continuously improve sourcing strategies.
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• Provide leadership and mentorship within the team, encouraging professional development and continuous learning.
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• Drive purchasing decisions based on cost and scenario analysis, embracing innovative approaches and outside-the-box thinking.
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• Identify new technologies, opportunities, and solutions, and integrate them into sourcing strategies to stay ahead in the market.
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• Manage competitive sourcing processes, including RFPs, supplier selection, and contract negotiations, with a focus on innovation and strategic growth.
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• Analyze and calculate procurement costs, developing cost reduction strategies that align with long-term financial sustainability.
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• Implement risk-minimizing techniques and negotiate contracts that comply with industry regulations, safeguarding the company's interests.
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• Partner with the replenishment purchasing group on forecasts and business reviews, ensuring responsible and sustainable sourcing practices.
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• Adapt to the evolving needs of the organization and undertake additional responsibilities as required.

Requirements
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
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• 3 years of experience in purchasing, supply chain or inventory management roles; parts purchasing experience preferred.
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• Skilled in sourcing, negotiation, market/product/supplier analysis, and contract formulation.
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• Knowledge of truck market, parts, suppliers.
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• Ability to use influence and persuasion without authority.
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• Exemplary leadership, collaboration, and problem-solving capabilities.
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• Comfort level of presenting to others, including C-suite.
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• Strong time management skills.
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• Ability to make recommendations or decisions without having all the facts.
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• Competitive, outside-the-box thinking, creative with a sense of urgency.
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• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

Nice-to-haves
• Experience in parts purchasing preferred.
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• Analytical Skills
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• Computer Skills

Benefits