Strategic Sourcing Manager - Indirect (Charlotte)

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The Strategic Sourcing Manager (Indirect) will work to directly execute the strategic sourcing process for the development and management of strategic suppliers.

This position is responsible for managing the following indirect categories with an estimated total spend of $150M-$200M.

• Marketing

• BPO

• Sales

• Travel

• Uniforms

• Meetings, Events, Tickets & Entertainment

• Waste – non-hazardous

Responsibilities entail managing supplier relationships, conducting strategic sourcing events, enforcing compliance, and identifying and realizing cost savings opportunities. 

This position will also be responsible for managing and developing an associate sourcing manager.

**It will be based in Charlotte, NC with a hybrid work schedule.

What you'll do:

Perform sourcing activities for category products and services to include:

• Establish and maintain constructive supplier relationships consistent with current organizational goals and objectives

• Perform spend analysis

• Conduct and report on market analysis

• Develop category sourcing strategies and perform RFI’s, RFP’s and reverse auctions

• Create company standards for these categories based on company requirements

• Negotiate and finalize agreements including Master Sourcing Agreements, Statements of Work, NDAs, and Amendments

• Develop and execute implementation, communication and compliance plans

• Measure, manage, and report on realized cost savings, cost avoidance, supplier program compliance, service levels and category activity of key suppliers

Develop skill sets and knowledge base of team.

Identify, plan and ensure execution and compliance of sourcing strategies on various indirect categories.

Measure, manage, and report on savings and service levels of key providers.

Lead cross functional teams in the development of policies and programs related to various sourcing categories.

Requirements:

• Bachelors Degree in Management, Operations and/ or Accounting preferred. MBA or other graduate degree is a plus

• CPIM/CPM or equivalent desirable

• At least 5 - 7 years of progressive indirect strategic sourcing experience.

• At least 2 years hands-on experience in a minimum of four of the following categories is required: Marketing, BPO, Sales, Travel, Uniforms, Meetings and Events, and non-hazardous Waste. 

• At least 2 - 4 years hands-on experience in negotiating standard contract terms and conditions and establishing detailed and performance-driven scope of work documents.

• Experience in negotiating outsourcing agreements a plus.

• Ability to interface effectively with people at all levels and in all functions; good communication and presentation skills

• Success in a consultative role, i.e., proven ability to influence without authority

• Exceptional negotiating skills and experience, and the capability and desire to train others in this strategic skillset.

• Experience in establishing, communicating and managing Supplier Performance Metrics (cost/timeliness/quality); vendor relationship management experience.

• Having a strong customer focus, collaborative management style, sense of urgency, strong project management skills, and attention to detail are paramount skills

• Ability to “sell” services within the organization

• Advanced Microsoft Office skills

• Occasional travel at 10-15%.

Why join us?

We don’t just “talk the talk!” We’re an award-winning company (recently named a Glassdoor Best Place to Work in 2026) that truly cares about our people - That’s why we offer best-in-class benefits and perks that will support you and your family. In addition to our health and financial plans, we also offer:

• Paid Parental Leave

• Employee Discount Program

• Career Development & Promotional Opportunities

• Additional Vacation Buy Up Program (US Only)

• Early Wage Access through Payactiv (US Hourly Only)

• Paid Sick Leave

• An inclusive and welcoming culture

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United Rentals, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and makes employment decisions regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or any other status protected by law. If you need a reasonable accommodation at any point of the application process, please email View email address on jobs.unitedrentals.com for assistance.

At United Rentals, we proudly hire active duty members, veterans, reservists, and their families. The values that define your service—leadership, discipline, integrity, and teamwork—are the same values that drive our success. With many veterans already part of our team, we’re ready to help you transition into a rewarding career.

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