Strategic Sourcing Lead

Job Description We are seeking a Strategic Sourcing Lead- Transportation and Logistics to join our team in Coppell, TX. In this pivotal role, you will be the bridge between business needs and the external supply base, ensuring that every sourcing decision drives strategic, financial, and operational value for the organization, helping to drive our business forward and shape the future of our global direct category strategy. As part of the Global Strategic Sourcing team you will have the opportunity to collaborate with category leaders and business stakeholders to ensure contracts, compliance, and market insights drive sustainable value for the organization. You will be starting with Transportation and Logistics category and will be supporting other Direct categories. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership & Business Impact Develop sub-category strategies aligned with the overall category vision and drive actionable sourcing plans. Deliver measurable savings and value while driving cost optimization and sustainability initiatives. Monitor supply markets, conduct benchmarking, and identify emerging trends and opportunities. Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement Partner with internal stakeholders to align business needs with sourcing strategies and ensure satisfaction. Collaborate with category leaders and teams to ensure alignment and consistency across sourcing activities. Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to drive performance, innovation, and risk mitigation. Performance Metrics & Accountability Lead end-to-end sourcing processes, including RFPs, negotiations, and supplier selection. Draft, negotiate, and manage supplier contracts, ensuring compliance and commercial advantage. Analyze Actual Spend$ vs Projected Spend$ reduction and work to eliminate or reduce the gaps. Ensure adherence to governance, risk, and compliance frameworks across all sourcing activities. Own and maintain the Direct Category catalogs in Procurement tools like Coupa, aligning with the negotiated contracts. Keep identifying opportunities for Global Strategy, work with Operations for process enhancement and collaborate/negotiate Suppliers to drive spend reduction and continuous improvement. Apply market insights and best practices to strengthen sourcing effectiveness and business impact. How We Lead At Brink’s At Brink’s, leadership isn’t defined by your title, it’s how you show up. Our Leadership Model guides how we work, collaborate, and grow, whether you’re an individual contributor or a people leader. We Look For Team Members Who Take Ownership: Deliver results with excellence and hold yourself accountable. Communicate: Pro-actively communicates and keeps all up-to-date with Savings projects. Collaborate Boldly: Partner across teams and regions to solve complex challenges and negotiate. Stay Curious: Continuously seek opportunities to learn, improve, and innovate. Deliver with Integrity: Build trust by prioritizing safety, security, and ethical decision-making. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management Or Industrial Management, Business Administration, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred. 3–6 years of experience in Global Sourcing, or Vendor negotiation supply chain roles with a proven track record in category strategy execution and supplier management. Demonstrated success leading competitive sourcing events (RFx), contract negotiations, and supplier performance management across regions. Exceptional ability to compare/analyze large data sets and derive business conclusions and identify improvement areas. Exceptional strategic thinking and the ability to translate vision into actionable plans. Proven experience influencing executive stakeholders and delivering results in complex, global environments. Proficiency in procurement tools and systems (e.g., Coupa, Ariba, SAP, or similar). Strong commitment with demonstrated experience in fostering inclusive teams. Power User/Developer of Excel workbooks & Power BI Dashboards Additional Requirements Strong written and verbal communication skills to negotiate what already being negotiated Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed. Relocation assistance is not available for this role. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously. Flexibility to work across different time zones to support global efforts. #J-18808-Ljbffr Brink’s Inc