Strategic Sourcing Manager

Agency:

Job Function:

Projects and Performance Improvement

Job Subfunction:

Project and Program Management

Job Description:

Strategic Sourcing Manager 



IMS is hiring a Strategic Sourcing Manager for our Procurement and Strategic Sourcing team! 

Join a dynamic procurement organization dedicated to optimizing spend, building strategic vendor partnerships, and delivering exceptional value to our clients. If you're passionate about sourcing strategy, vendor management, data-driven decision making, and have a deep understanding of retail point-of-sale solutions, this is the perfect opportunity to lead and make a significant impact. You'll oversee our sourcing and vendor management team while collaborating with cross-functional procurement teams to leverage IMS spend and achieve ambitious client goals. 

Summary/Objective: 

The Strategic Sourcing Manager will lead the sourcing and vendor management function by developing and executing strategic sourcing initiatives that optimize costs, ensure supplier quality, and support business objectives. This position requires the ability to work independently and collaboratively while managing multiple vendor relationships, sourcing projects, and team initiatives simultaneously. The role requires deep expertise in retail point-of-sale categories (print, display, and branded merchandise), strong negotiation capabilities, and the ability to provide data-driven insights to guide procurement strategy. This position reports to the AVP of Procurement and Strategic Sourcing. 

Essential Functions: 

Provides sourcing direction and recommendations to procurement teams to best leverage company spend and achieve client goals 
Analyzes sourcing data, spend patterns, and vendor performance metrics to generate actionable insights and identify optimization opportunities 
Develops and maintains Power BI dashboards and advanced Excel models to track sourcing metrics, KPIs, and business intelligence 
Collaborates with internal stakeholders to understand requirements and align sourcing strategies 
Stays current with industry trends, best practices, and emerging sourcing opportunities in retail point-of-sale categories 
Manages, develops, and mentors the sourcing and vendor management team to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence 
Develops and executes strategic sourcing initiatives to optimize IMS spend and drive cost savings across vendor base 
Conduct comprehensive market research, competitive analysis, and vendor assessment to identify sourcing opportunities and best-in-class suppliers 
Leads vendor selection, evaluation, and onboarding processes while ensuring compliance and quality standards 
Manages vendor relationships, including regular performance reviews, business reviews, and development initiatives to maximize partner value 
Resolves vendor issues, manages performance problems, and implements corrective actions when necessary 
Leads vendor risk assessment, compliance verification, and business continuity planning 
Participates in process improvement initiatives and cross-functional meetings to enhance sourcing operations 
Performs other duties as assigned by leadership 



WHO ARE YOU? 

 

Required Software/Technical Proficiency: 

Advanced Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, data modeling, advanced formulas) 
Power BI (dashboard development, data visualization, experience a strong plus) 
Procurement or supply chain management systems 
Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint) 
Project management tools and systems 

 

Professional Competencies: 

5+ years of sourcing, procurement, or vendor management experience in retail point-of-sale or related categories 
Extensive knowledge of print, display, and branded merchandise sourcing and production 
Proven experience with both domestic and international sourcing and vendor management 
Strong data analysis and business intelligence capabilities with ability to translate data into strategic recommendations 
Exceptional negotiation and contract management skills 
Demonstrated vendor relationship management and partnership development experience 
Strong problem-solving capabilities and ability to manage complex vendor situations 
Team leadership and people management experience 
Strategic thinking with focus on cost optimization and value creation 
Excellent communication and presentation skills 
Understanding of supply chain, logistics, and quality standards 
Project management capabilities 

 

What we offer: 

Comprehensive compensation and benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, profit sharing and 401(k) with match, and generous paid time off policy. In addition, IMS has a robust peer recognition program, training and development opportunities, and a commitment to growing and enhancing our organizational culture.  

This role has a salary band of $75,000-92,000

IMS is an Equal Opportunity Employer

$75,000-92,000

Omnicom’s policy requires employees to work in the office for a minimum of three days a week, unless additional in-office days are directed by their agency or manager. Our objective is to increase this requirement over time, and many of our agencies as well as Omnicom’s corporate group already require five days of in-office attendance.

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