Direct Strategic Sourcing Manager – Relocation Opportunity

Job Overview

Do you have experience leading supplier relationships and developing sourcing strategies that deliver meaningful business value? Marvin is hiring Senior and Principal Direct Commodity Agents to join our team. In this role, you'll oversee strategic sourcing and supplier management for Marvin's direct spend categories, partnering with cross-functional teams to drive sourcing initiatives, optimize supplier performance, and ensure our supply base delivers the best total value through a balance of cost, quality, delivery, innovation, and risk management.

 

You’ll excel in this role if you’re analytical, collaborative, and have a strong understanding of how commodity management influences overall business performance. Whether you bring deep expertise as a senior leader or strategic enterprise-level experience as a principal-level professional, you’ll have the opportunity to make a lasting impact while growing your career within a supportive and collaborative team. We invite you to apply today.

 

This job can be located in Warroad, MN or Fargo, ND. If you're considering relocating, you may be eligible for a relocation benefit package to assist with your move. Marvin offers an extensive relocation benefit package that included the movement of your household goods, temporary housing, and much more - in addition to relocation counselor to assist you throughout the entire journey.

Highlights of your role

• Manage strategic supplier partnerships, including performance, development, and ongoing relationship management 

• Lead contract management activities and support negotiation of key business terms with suppliers 

• Execute sourcing strategies for assigned commodities, ensuring alignment with business objectives 

• Analyze supplier performance and provide recommendations to improve cost, quality, delivery, and overall value 

• Maintain and manage the approved supplier panel by incorporating stakeholder feedback and performance data 

• Partner with internal stakeholders to align sourcing activities with business needs and priorities 

You're a good fit if you have (or if you can)

• A bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, finance, or a related field 

• 7+ years of experience in supply chain, procurement, leadership, project management, or a related field 

• Strong negotiation and vendor relationship management skills including contract-related experience 

• Ability to analyze inventory usage and supplier performance to inform sourcing decisions

• Strong contract negotiation skills, including structuring, negotiating, and finalizing enterprise-level commodity agreements while managing risk and ensuring compliance is preferred 

Also want to make sure you have

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills 

• Strong computer skills and the ability to use Microsoft Office products 

• Purchasing process and systems knowledge 

• Leadership skills and the ability to influence stakeholders 

Marvin is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Marvin is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable laws. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process may contact us at [email protected].

 

Compensation

$82,970–$133,000