Strategic Sourcing Manager - Indirect & Facilities (Hiring Immediately)

Description: Roers Companies is seeking an energetic, dedicated Strategic Sourcing Manager - Indirect & Facilities to join our team in Plymouth, MN!

About Us

Roers Companies is a 2025 USA Today Top Workplace and a national leader in multifamily real estate investment, development, construction, and property management. Headquartered in Plymouth, Minnesota, we're on a mission to elevate multifamily housing by developing and operating market-rate and affordable apartments in growing neighborhoods. Since our founding in 2012, Roers Cos. has developed more than $4 billion in real estate, representing 15,000+ homes across the Midwest, Mountain Southwest, and Sunbelt regions. Our team thrives on purpose-filled work, an entrepreneurial spirit, and unlimited growth potential.

About You

You're passionate about your work and driven to achieve ambitious goals. You step up when the team needs an extra hand and aren't afraid to ask for help when you need it. You make smart decisions because you get the big picture and ace the little details. In other words, you share our corporate values - passion, work ethic, teamwork, integrity, and ownership mindset.

Job Summary

The Strategic Sourcing Manager will lead and support the development, implementation, and management of sourcing strategies for indirect spend and facilities-related services that optimize supplier partnerships, drive performance objectives, and provide Roers Companies with optimal flexibility, quality, service delivery, and lowest total cost of ownership (TCO) for assigned categories.

This position will be expected to deliver value and competitive advantage to the business as measured by operational efficiency, service quality, cost optimization, risk mitigation, vendor performance, and continuous improvement across indirect spend and facility operations.

This key role within Roers Companies builds strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders and suppliers; plans, executes, and finalizes sourcing strategies for indirect categories and facility-related service providers; and works closely with key stakeholders to identify and execute opportunities that drive value to the organization.

The Strategic Sourcing Manager will facilitate cross-functional collaboration across departments to create an efficient and innovative partnership model across all functions and levels of the organization. This position is responsible for approximately $150M-$200M in indirect spend including facilities, property operations support, IT systems/hardware, and corporate services, and reports to the Director of Purchasing.

Responsibilities

Operational Excellence

• Define and execute an annual sourcing calendar of key initiatives for assigned indirect and facilities-related categories, based on business needs, stakeholder input, market conditions, and contract commitments
• Establish strong, collaborative relationships with internal departments and stakeholders to clearly define requirements for indirect goods and services (including facilities operations, property management support, corporate services, IT software/hardware, and vendor-managed services) with a focus on balancing operational needs, service levels, innovation, and financial constraints
• Understand and track key cost drivers and market factors for assigned categories, provide countermeasure concepts, forecasting, and maintain cost models and service-based should-cost assumptions
• Provide category knowledge and market expertise for assigned spend areas and continuously learn service delivery models, facility management best practices, and industry trends that deliver value to Roers Companies

Supplier Relationship Management

• Enable sourcing value by leveraging market knowledge, supplier optimization, service-level driven pricing structures, RFx processes, and TCO modeling through transparent SRM practices
• Create and implement SRM programs that include performance measures and scorecards, tracking vendor performance, conducting supplier reviews, and executing corrective action and recognition processes
• Establish SRM strategies to deliver against Roers Companies goals and achieve sustainable supplier relationships across facilities and indirect service providers
• Apply best-in-class practices and trends to create forward-thinking category and SRM strategies, including the use of technology platforms and analytics tools

Sourcing Process

• Execute and deploy sourcing strategies across indirect and facilities-related categories to create operational and financial advantage for Roers Companies
• Lead supplier negotiations with internal business partners in drafting and executing contracts that protect Roers Companies' interests while providing best overall value. Oversee contract structure, terms and conditions, and performance-based contracting with service providers and vendors
• Aggressively seek opportunities for cost containment and/or service improvement. Develop performance metrics, benchmarks, and utilize best practices sourcing within the indirect and facilities category portfolio
• Lead cross-functional teams of stakeholders through the end-to-end sourcing process (identification through implementation) and coordinate engagement across operations, property management, construction support, and corporate functions

Requirements: Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Economics, Facilities Management, or related field

Experience:

Minimum 8 years of indirect sourcing, procurement, or category management experience across service-based or indirect spend categories (facilities, corporate services, operations support, IT, HR, travel, professional services, etc.)

Minimum 4 years' experience in developing, negotiating, and implementing various contract types (service agreements, vendor contracts, or outsourced service models)

Strong background working cross-functionally with multiple functions that drive business outcomes

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Strong interpersonal skills including collaboration and willingness to adapt based on feedback

Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships across the organization while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced project-based environment

Strong verbal and written communication skills including ability to generate compelling presentations and recommendations

High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple competing priorities simultaneously

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's degree or professional certifications (CPM/CPSM/APICS) are preferred

General understanding of lean / Six Sigma principles

Strong analytical and critical thinking skills

Ability to operate in a dynamic environment and make decisions with incomplete information

The ideal candidate demonstrates strong global acumen and organizational agility, coupled with intellectual horsepower and effective negotiation skills. They are action oriented, driven by a passion for results, and thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environments.

Compensation and Benefits for Strategic Sourcing Manager - Indirect & Facilities

Pay Range: $110,000 - $135,000

In addition to the posted salary range, this position is eligible for an annual bonus, which is paid on a quarterly basis

Compensation is determined by several factors that vary depending on the position, including the individual's experience, skills, and the knowledge they bring to the specific role.

Roers offers a comprehensive benefits & perks package to full-time employees which may include:

• Health Plans - Medical, dental, vision, FSA, and HSA

• Family Leave - Paid birth & bonding leave

• Employer Paid Benefits - Basic life insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), and short-term disability

• Additional Voluntary Benefits - Life Insurance, AD&D, long-term disability, critical illness, and accident insurance

• 401(K) - 3% company contribution, 100% vested after 2 years of employment

• Competitive PTO - 3 weeks of PTO with immediate accrual, 9 paid holidays, 1 floating holiday, and bereavement

• Health and Wellness - fitness membership reimbursement program

• Free stays in Roers' properties guest suites

• Rent Discount - 20% discount for employees living in Roers Companies properties

• Employee Referral Bonus Program - $2,500 referral bonus paid once referred candidate completes 60 days of employment

• Charitable Match Program - Roers matches employee donations to charitable organizations

• Professional Development Opportunities

• Employee Assistance Programs

Roers Companies is focused on building a workforce that is diverse and inclusive. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other basis forbidden under federal, provincial, or local law.

Roers Companies participates in E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. For further information about the federal E-Verify program, please click to see the Right to Work and E-Verify Participation posters.

Candidates will be required to pass a criminal background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle report.

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