Strategic Sourcing Manager (Construction Projects)
Full-time
Foxconn Industrial Internet
Locations: Houston (8718)
Business Units: Central
Job Classification: Exempt Summary
The Strategic Sourcing Manager (Construction Projects) leads sourcing and procurement activities for major construction and capital projects. This role partners with Project Management, Engineering, Operations, and Finance to develop sourcing strategies, manage competitive bidding, negotiate contracts, and drive cost and value throughout the project lifecycle. The ideal candidate has strong strategic sourcing expertise and hands-on experience supporting construction or capital projects. Key Responsibilities
Strategic Category Leadership
Business Units: Central
Job Classification: Exempt Summary
The Strategic Sourcing Manager (Construction Projects) leads sourcing and procurement activities for major construction and capital projects. This role partners with Project Management, Engineering, Operations, and Finance to develop sourcing strategies, manage competitive bidding, negotiate contracts, and drive cost and value throughout the project lifecycle. The ideal candidate has strong strategic sourcing expertise and hands-on experience supporting construction or capital projects. Key Responsibilities
Strategic Category Leadership
- Develop and execute multi-year category strategies aligned with corporate, operational, and manufacturing objectives
- Lead strategic planning processes, including demand forecasting, market intelligence, and risk assessment
- Identify opportunities for innovation, supplier collaboration, and competitive advantage
- Lead complex, high-impact sourcing initiatives and negotiations with global suppliers
- Establish and execute negotiation strategies that deliver best-in-class commercial outcomes
- Oversee contract development, ensuring alignment with legal, financial, and operational requirements
- Build executive-level partnerships with strategic suppliers to drive performance, innovation, and long-term value
- Implement supplier segmentation models and governance frameworks
- Lead supplier business reviews and continuous improvement initiatives
- Drive significant cost savings and value creation through advanced analytics, should-cost modeling, and total cost of ownership (TCO) methodologies
- Champion value engineering and demand management initiatives across manufacturing operations
- Monitor commodity markets and economic trends to proactively manage cost and risk
- Partner with senior leaders in operations, engineering, R&D, and finance to align category strategies with business priorities
- Lead procurement involvement in new product development (NPD) and capital projects
- Act as a trusted advisor to stakeholders on sourcing decisions and supplier strategies
- Identify, assess, and mitigate supply chain risks (e.g., geopolitical, capacity, single-source dependencies)
- Ensure adherence to company policies, regulatory requirements, and sustainability goals
- Lead business continuity and contingency planning efforts
- Mentor and develop Sourcing Specialist and procurement professionals
- Lead cross-functional and global project teams
- Drive a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
- Annual cost savings and value creation
- Supplier performance (quality, delivery, innovation)
- Spend under management and contract compliance
- Risk reduction and supply continuity metrics
- Contribution to new product development and innovation
- Team performance and development outcomes
- Senior-level role within a fast-paced, global manufacturing organization
- Requires strong cross-functional collaboration and executive interaction
- Travel required (15–20%) for supplier engagement and site visits
- Advanced strategic thinking and business acumen
- Expert negotiation and contract management skills
- Deep knowledge of manufacturing supply chains and operations
- Strong financial and analytical expertise (cost modeling, TCO, market analysis)
- Executive-level communication and stakeholder management
- Leadership and team development capabilities
- Ability to influence across a global, matrixed organization
- Strong risk management and decision-making skills
- Experience with global sourcing and international supplier networks
- Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and advanced procurement tools
- Certification such as CPSM, CIPS, or Six Sigma (Black Belt preferred)
- Experience in digital procurement transformation initiatives
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field
- MBA or advanced degree strongly preferred
- 8+ years of progressive experience in procurement, category management, or strategic sourcing in a manufacturing environment
- Proven experience managing large, complex spend categories (e.g., direct materials, capital equipment, logistics, raw materials)
- Demonstrated success delivering significant cost savings and strategic value initiatives
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
- Basic life insurance and short-term disability coverage provided by employer.
- Supplemental life insurance and long-term disability coverage options available.
- 401K with employer contribution.
- Personal, Vacation, and Holiday paid time off for all full-time employees.
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