Strategic Sourcing Projects Lead

Arconic is currently in search of a Strategic Sourcing Projects Lead to join our Rolled Products North America Team based out of Pittsburgh, PA (preferred), Davenport, IA, Lancaster, PA or Alcoa, TN.At Arconic, we take pride in our work and our innovative products and technologies that advance sustainable solutions for a better world. We strive to create a safe, inclusive, and collaborative workplace with competitive benefits, development opportunities and a culture that values and rewards employees on all levels of the organization.Job Summary:The Strategic Sourcing Projects Lead is a key role responsible for executing enterprise-wide sourcing strategies and delivering measurable cost and value improvements. This position manages high visibility of cost savings initiatives, serves as the primary day-to-day driver ensuring high-impact results, working in close partnership with the Director and cross-functional stakeholders. You have: (required)Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, or a related field5 –10 years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing or procurementProven track record of delivering cost savings through supplier negotiations and category managementExperience managing and developing complex projectsStrong knowledge of procurement best practices, contract law fundamentals, and supply chain operationsProficiency in sourcing tools, analytics platforms, and Microsoft Office SuiteEmployees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.This position requires access to controlled technology, as defined in the Export Administration Regulations (15 C.F.R. §730, et seq.) and/or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Authorizations from the relevant government agency may be required to meet export control compliance requirements.Exceptional Candidates also have: (preferred)Adapt to quicky absorb market intelligence to ensure fast and repeatable sourcing project wins. MBA or relevant advanced degreeExperience in metals, manufacturing, aerospace, or automotive supply chain.In this role, you will:Sourcing Strategy & ExecutionExecute strategic sourcing initiatives aligned with the Director's enterprise-wide sourcing visionLead category-level sourcing projects from needs assessment through contract executionManage a pipeline of cost savings projects that meet annual spend reduction targetsApply and continuously improve documented sourcing processes, tools, and templates developed by the DirectorNegotiation & ContractingLead complex contract negotiations leveraging established negotiation planning frameworksEnsure contracts are compliant, risk-appropriate, and aligned with Arconic's sourcing objectivesEscalate high-stakes or novel negotiation situations to the Director as appropriateStakeholder EngagementPartner with internal stakeholders across manufacturing, finance, engineering, and operations throughout the sourcing lifecycleTranslate business requirements into actionable sourcing strategiesCommunicate project status, savings, and risks clearly to the Director and senior leadershipSupplier ManagementLead supplier evaluation, selection, and onboarding processesDevelop and maintain competitive, long-term relationships at high-performance standardsTeam & Capability DevelopmentIndirectly lead, coach, and develop broader Procurement Team on the Strategic Sourcing playbook and best practices. Deliver or coordinate training programs to build internal capabilities in sourcing and negotiationFoster a culture of continuous improvement and accountabilityReporting & AnalyticsTrack and report on sourcing KPIs, savings targets, and project milestonesLeverage sourcing tools and analytics platforms to drive data-informed decisionsContribute to the development of a robust sourcing project funnel in collaboration with category management teamsFull timePosting Date: 2026-08-03