Strategic Sourcing Manager at Stella-Jones

Lenexa, Kansas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

17 Nov, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Sourcing, Procurement, Negotiation, Stakeholder Management, Analytical Skills, Communication Skills, Change Management, Cross-Functional Collaboration, SAP, Ariba, Power BI, Excel

Industry

Manufacturing

Description

Company Overview Stella-Jones is a leading manufacturer of essential infrastructure products focused on serving utilities and railroads, as well as supplying big box home improvement stores across North America. Headquartered in Montreal, Canada and publicly traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange, Stella-Jones operates a vast network of facilities that employs more than 3,000 employees across the United States and Canada. Built on strong foundations with a coast-to-coast reach, we offer real opportunities for career success and community impact. To learn more about the company, visit us at: https://www.stella-jones.com/en/inside-stella-jones Position Overview The Strategic Sourcing Manager will lead complex sourcing initiatives across multiple indirect categories, driving enterprise-wide cost efficiencies and alignment with organizational strategy. This role requiring a blend of analytical rigor, stakeholder influence, and strong communication skills to deliver measurable business impact. This is a newly created, individual contributor role joining our newly formed Operational Innovation & Excellence Center (OIEC) team and will be based onsite with a hybrid work schedule at our Lenexa, Kansas office. Travel is expected to be 20-30% across the US and Canada. Key Responsibilities: Develop and execute sourcing strategies that span across business units and indirect categories (fuel included but not the sole focus). Analyze spend data, supplier performance, and market conditions to identify cost-saving and risk-mitigation opportunities. Partner with cross-functional leaders to gain buy-in on sourcing initiatives through consultative influence and clear business case communication. Negotiate contracts and pricing to optimize value, quality, and service levels. Champion change management efforts by helping internal partners understand and adopt new sourcing processes or supplier transitions. Serve as a trusted advisor who can “sell” recommendations internally while balancing competing priorities. Maintain professionalism and composure in a dynamic environment, working collaboratively to achieve shared goals. Establish sourcing KPIs, monitor compliance, and report on performance outcomes. Qualifications: 8+ years of sourcing or procurement experience, preferably in manufacturing or industrial sectors. Proven experience in enterprise-level indirect spend management. Strong negotiation and stakeholder-management skills with the ability to influence without authority. Demonstrated success driving change management and cross-functional collaboration. Excellent analytical and communication skills. Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field. Proficiency with SAP, Ariba, Power BI, and Excel preferred. Ability to travel across US and Canada up to 25%. #STELLAUSCORP3 Employee Benefits As a Stella-Jones team member, you will have access to excellent benefits and incentives including: Comprehensive total benefits package with 3 medical plans to choose from Several company-paid benefits including: Dental and Vision coverage Life insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) policies Long-Term Disability Coverage Access to a robust employee assistance program Competitive compensation Annual bonus program opportunity 401(k) savings plan with generous Company match (150% on the first 4% deferred) Career advancement opportunities Ability to purchase Company stock Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Responsibilities

The Strategic Sourcing Manager will lead complex sourcing initiatives across multiple indirect categories, driving enterprise-wide cost efficiencies and alignment with organizational strategy. This role requires a blend of analytical rigor, stakeholder influence, and strong communication skills to deliver measurable business impact.