Strategic Sourcing Lead

Job Title: Strategic Sourcing Manager  Overview: The primary purpose of this role is to lead and execute highly complex sourcing projects that align with organizational goals and support business unit objectives. This position requires leveraging advanced sourcing techniques, analytics, and market intelligence to identify opportunities, optimize demand, and deliver cost-effective solutions. The role also focuses on continuous improvement, relationship building, and supporting strategic initiatives. Key Responsibilities: + Execute complex sourcing projects using project management and sourcing tools, including developing RFPs, RFQs, and RFIs. + Create comprehensive bid packages for RFx events, utilizing analytics to generate insights from vendor bids. + Lead cross-functional teams to gather business requirements, define scope, and negotiate contracts. + Develop and implement negotiation strategies; conduct direct supplier negotiations to maximize organizational value. + Manage communication of project updates to business stakeholders and support teams. + Execute supplier agreements, including NDAs and MSAs. + Build and maintain relationships with business leaders (typically at the Director level) and serve as an escalation point for contract and performance issues. + Develop and negotiate Statements of Work (SOWs) and improve existing SOWs based on KPIs and operational feedback. + Create supplier scorecards and baseline metrics for RFx events to support decision-making. + Present supplier analysis and award scenarios to stakeholders to influence strategic decisions. + Collaborate with finance and legal teams on project-level requirements. + Lead vendor workshops and continuous improvement initiatives Required Qualifications: + Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Science, or related field (or equivalent work experience). + 7+ years of experience in Procurement, Supply Chain, Sales, Finance, or similar roles with emphasis on sourcing, negotiations, and contracting. + 1+ year of cross-functional team leadership experience. + Proficiency with e-sourcing tools and processes. + Strong project management skills. + Experience in contracting and vendor management. + Proven negotiation skills. + Excellent PowerPoint and presentation abilities. Preferred Qualifications: + Master's degree in Business, Engineering, Science, or related field (MBA, JD, MS, ME preferred). Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Mooresville, NC. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $55.29 - $72.12/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Mooresville,NC. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Dec 15, 2025. About Aston Carter: Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.