Strategic Sourcing Manager

Company: Jobot
Location: Hanover
Posted on: January 14, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Sourcing Manager This Jobot Job is hosted by: Christopher Singleton Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" buttonand sending us your resume. Salary: $90,000 - $120,000 per year A bit about us: Permanent position with no contract period. Why join us? Salary Benefits Etc. Job Details Job Details: We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Permanent Strategic Sourcing Manager to join our fast-paced manufacturing team. This is a unique opportunity to take on a pivotal role in our organization, where you will be responsible for managing our sourcing strategy to optimize supplier performance and cost. This role requires a strategic thinker with a strong background in contract negotiation, ingredients, production planning, supplier management, demand planning, and cost reduction. If you have a passion for strategic sourcing and are looking to take your career to the next level, we would love to hear from you. Responsibilities: As a Permanent Strategic Sourcing Manager, you will: 1. Develop and implement strategic sourcing strategies to optimize cost, quality, and supply availability. 2. Lead contract negotiations to ensure favorable terms and conditions. 3. Manage supplier relationships, including performance reviews, contract compliance, and issue resolution. 4. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand and forecast demand, and align sourcing strategies accordingly. 5. Develop and implement production planning strategies, ensuring efficient use of resources and timely delivery of products. 6. Identify and execute cost reduction initiatives, tracking and reporting on savings. 7. Stay abreast of market trends, supplier capabilities, and new technologies to ensure competitive sourcing strategies. 8. Maintain a thorough understanding of the ingredients used in our manufacturing process, ensuring quality and compliance with regulations. Qualifications: The ideal candidate for the Permanent Strategic Sourcing Manager role will have: 1. A minimum of 5 years of experience in strategic sourcing or a related role in the manufacturing industry. 2. Proven experience in contract negotiation, supplier management, and cost reduction. 3. Strong knowledge of ingredients used in the manufacturing process. 4. Solid understanding of production planning and demand forecasting. 5. Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and make strategic decisions. 6. Strong communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders. 7. A Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field. 8. Professional certification in Supply Chain Management or Procurement is a plus. If you are a driven professional with a strategic mindset and a passion for excellence, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join us and contribute to our mission while advancing your career in a challenging and rewarding environment. Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button. Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here: jobot.com/privacy-policy Company Description Jobot is on a mission to connect good people with good jobs. By combining AI-powered technology with the expertise of Jobot Pros, our experienced recruiters, we help you find career opportunities that align with your goals and values. Founded in 2018 and employee-owned since 2024, Jobot is committed to fostering a culture of kindness, respect, innovation, and connection. As an industry leader, we’ve been recognized as a top workplace by Forbes, Fortune, USA Today, and Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA). Ready to find a good job? Create your profile today at Jobot.com. Company Description Jobot is on a mission to connect good people with good jobs. By combining AI-powered technology with the expertise of Jobot Pros, our experienced recruiters, we help you find career opportunities that align with your goals and values.\r\n\r\nFounded in 2018 and employee-owned since 2024, Jobot is committed to fostering a culture of kindness, respect, innovation, and connection. As an industry leader, we’ve been recognized as a top workplace by Forbes, Fortune, USA Today, and Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA).\r\n\r\nReady to find a good job? Create your profile today at Jobot.com.

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