Strategic Category & Sourcing Manager (New Joint Venture)

Job Description: Strategic Category & Sourcing Manager-Indirect (New Joint Venture) 3M announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement with Bain Capital to form a new Joint Venture which will combine Scott Safety and Madison Fire and Rescue. 3M's deep expertise and track record in the safety industry combined with Bain Capital's capability to integrate businesses, accelerate growth and drive synergies make this an ideal partnership. The transaction is expected to close in the second half of 2026, subject to customary closing conditions. The successful candidate may be employed by 3M prior to closing and the position is expected to transition to the Joint Venture following completion of the transaction. Role scope and timing are subject to business needs and successful transaction close. For more information, please refer to the press release: 3M to create a leading fire and safety business; acquires Madison Fire & Rescue and combines with Scott Safety - Mar 19, 2026 This position provides an opportunity to transition from other private, public, government or military experience to a 3M career. The Impact You’ll Make in this Role As the Strategic Category & Sourcing Manager for the Indirect business needs, you may lead and/or support the development and execution of sourcing strategies across key indirect spend areas, including MRO, Fleet, IT, Capital Projects, R&D, Energy, Site Services, etc. In this role, you will be responsible for cost competitiveness, supplier performance, service levels, operational continuity, and risk management across a diverse indirect supply base. A key responsibility of this role is leading the implementation, negotiation, and extension of commercial agreements and contracts to ensure strong supplier coverage, business continuity, and value delivery across assigned categories. As part of the broader Category Strategy & Sourcing organization, this role will work in close partnership with direct material sourcing leaders and managers to support integrated sourcing practices, commercial discipline, and business value delivery. Key Responsibilities Develop and execute strategic sourcing plans across assigned indirect spend categories, including MRO, Fleet, IT, Capital Projects, R&D, and Energy. Lead the implementation, negotiation, renewal, and extension of commercial agreements and contracts across assigned indirect spend areas. Ensure appropriate agreement coverage is in place to support ongoing business requirements, supplier performance expectations, and commercial risk management. Partner with stakeholders to define sourcing requirements and contract strategies that align with operational, technical, and financial objectives. Lead sourcing initiatives including supplier identification, RFIs, RFQs, RFPs, negotiations, supplier selection, and implementation. Manage supplier relationships and serve as the primary sourcing lead for assigned indirect categories and suppliers. Negotiate pricing, commercial terms, statements of work, and service agreements to improve value, reduce risk, and support business continuity. Conduct spend analysis, market intelligence, supplier benchmarking, and cost analysis to identify sourcing opportunities and strengthen competitiveness. Drive supplier performance across cost, service, quality, responsiveness, delivery, and contract compliance. Support capital project sourcing needs, including supplier engagement, commercial support, contract implementation, and agreement coordination. Support sourcing for site services, maintenance operations, energy-related requirements, fleet services, IT products and services, and R&D-related purchases. Identify and manage supply and supplier risks, including service continuity, contract gaps, supplier concentration, inflation, and operational disruption. Lead supplier business reviews, issue resolution, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives. Ensure agreements and supplier relationships comply with applicable corporate, legal, quality, and business requirements. Your Skills and Expertise To set you up for success in this role from day one, 3M requires (at a minimum) the following qualifications: Bachelor’s degree or higher (completed and verified prior to start) Five (5) years of experience in sourcing, category management, procurement, supply chain, operations, engineering, manufacturing, finance, or a related field in a private, public, government, or military environment Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include: Experience managing indirect spend categories such as MRO, Fleet, IT, Capital Projects, R&D, Energy, Facilities, or site services Experience implementing, renewing, extending, and managing supplier agreements, service agreements, and commercial contracts Experience negotiating contracts, statements of work, and commercial terms Experience supporting manufacturing sites or plant operations through indirect sourcing Strong strategic sourcing, supplier management, and contract management skills Experience conducting spend analysis, supplier assessments, market analysis, and cost improvement initiatives Ability to manage a broad portfolio of suppliers and business stakeholders across multiple spend categories Experience working in a manufacturing or highly regulated environment Strong analytical, project management, and problem-solving skills Strong cross-functional collaboration skills with Operations, Engineering, Finance, IT, Facilities, and R&D teams Proficiency in Excel based data analysis Strong written and verbal communication skills Work location: Work location: This role follows an on-site working model in Monroe, NC Travel: May include up to 10% Relocation: May be authorized Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status). Supporting Your Well-being 3M offers many programs to help you live your best life – both physically and financially. To ensure competitive pay and benefits, 3M regularly benchmarks with other companies that are comparable in size and scope. Chat with Max For assistance with searching through our current job openings or for more information about all things 3M, visit Max, our virtual recruiting assistant on 3M.com/careers. Applicable to US Applicants Only:The expected compensation range for this position is $124,127 - $151,710, which includes base pay plus variable incentive pay, if eligible. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant knowledge, training, skills, work location, and/or experience. In addition, this position may be eligible for a range of benefits (e.g., Medical, Dental & Vision, Health Savings Accounts, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Disability Benefits, Life Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, Paid Absences and Retirement Benefits, etc.). Additional information is available at: Good Faith Posting Date Range 06/30/2026 To 07/30/2026 Or until filled All US-based 3M full time employees will need to sign an employee agreement as a condition of employment with 3M. This agreement lays out key terms on using 3M Confidential Information and Trade Secrets. It also has provisions discussing conflicts of interest and how inventions are assigned. Employees that are Job Grade 7 or equivalent and above may also have obligations to not compete against 3M or solicit its employees or customers, both during their employment, and for a period after they leave 3M. Learn more about 3M’s creative solutions to the world’s problems at or on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn @3M. Responsibilities of this position include that corporate policies, procedures and security standards are complied with while performing assigned duties. Safety is a core value at 3M. All employees are expected to contribute to a strong Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) culture by following safety policies, identifying hazards, and engaging in continuous improvement. Pay & Benefits Overview: 3M does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. 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