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Manager, Strategic Sourcing (Construction & Facilities Engineering)

Manager, Strategic Sourcing (Construction & Facilities Engineering)

Ross StoresDublin, CA, US
17 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Strategic Sourcing Manager

Our values start with our people, and we value you! Bring your talents to Ross, our leading off-price retail chain with over 2,200 stores, and a strong track record of success and growth. Our focus has always been bringing our customers a constant stream of high-quality brands and on-trend merchandise at extraordinary savings. All while providing a fun and exciting treasure hunt experience. As part of our team, you will experience :

  • Success. Our winning team pursues excellence while learning and evolving
  • Career growth. We develop industry leading talent because Ross grows when our people grow
  • Teamwork. We work together to solve the hard problems and find the right solution
  • Our commitment to Diversity, Equality & Inclusion, and our community. We celebrate the backgrounds, identities, and ideas of those who work and shop with us because our differences make us stronger. We strive to be a positive force in our community.

Our Corporate headquarters are in Dublin, CA, we have 3 buying offices in key markets in New York City, Los Angeles, and Boston, and 8 distribution centers nationwide. With 2023 revenues of $20.4 billion, we are a Fortune 500 company who is committed to providing an inclusive work environment with continuous learning opportunities and development for our teams.

The Strategic Sourcing Manager will lead strategic Industrial Construction and Facilities Engineering sourcing projects for new and existing sites across Ross' supply chain network. Their primary goals will be to help Ross mitigate risks, procure materials, equipment and services at the best value and be a strategic advisor to internal stakeholders. This person will work with stakeholders to define sourcing strategies and drive execution while identifying and mitigating financial, contractual and implementation risks. As one of the primary vendor-facing associates, this person will be responsible to act professionally and ethically in adherence with Ross' values. The ideal candidate will have a background in industrial facility construction procurement / sourcing, with a strong understanding of construction cost estimation, project management and contract management. To be successful, this person will need to closely partner with cross functional group of stakeholders across the company and drive accountability towards deadlines. Additionally, the candidate will have deep industry knowledge, strong negotiation skills, and a proven track record in managing complex construction sourcing projects. This person will be responsible for leading end-to-end strategic sourcing projects that involve tasks such as vendor research, category / market research, supplier rationalization, clean sheet analysis, market index analysis, data analysis, RFP development, bid management, tactical and strategic negotiations, multiple offer analysis, modeling (TCO / cash flow / "should cost"), recommended strategy and contract development. This role will also involve vendor management activities like spend analysis, proactive identification of supply constraints and mitigation strategies as well as escalating and resolving vendor issues. This person must be comfortable managing multiple planned and ad-hoc projects at a time. Strong project management, communication and prioritization skills are key in this role. This person will be expected to operate at both the tactical and strategic levels of the organization and consistently present findings and recommendations to an executive-level audience. The base salary range for this role is $108,800 - $165,950. The base salary range is dependent on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, qualifications, relevant education, certifications, seniority, and location. The range listed is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. Other rewards vary by position and location.

Drive Strategic Sourcing and Sourcing Process Execution

  • Develop and implement sourcing strategies for Industrial Construction categories (e.g., steel structures, concrete, MEP systems, site services, etc.) and Facilities Maintenance categories (e.g., conveyor systems, fork trucks, racking, etc.). Analyze historical data to determine the highest risk and cost categories.
  • Partner with Property Development, Engineering, Project Management, Legal, Risk Management and Finance teams to understand project needs. Manage expectations and set achievable milestones to arrive at the agreed upon goal.
  • Develop and manage sourcing project timelines and lead socialization meetings. Update stakeholders regularly on project progress, risks and mitigation strategies.
  • Identify, evaluate, and onboard qualified suppliers and contractors. Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure performance and compliance. Develop and monitor supplier KPIs, coordinate regular QBRs and Top to Top meetings.
  • Support the budgeting process and develop bottoms-up (quantity based) estimates.
  • Develop RFPs and vendor response comparison tools (quantitative and qualitative). Work with Property Development, Engineering, Loss Prevention, IT and Legal stakeholders to understand requirements to be included in the RFP packages.
  • Manage competitive events or sourcing process end to end with minimal supervision. This would include market research, RFP development, internal and external communication management, stakeholder alignment, etc.
  • Conduct detailed market and vendor research to communicate findings through research summaries. Evaluate vendor core competencies and competitive positioning using open-source data and industry benchmarks.
  • Proactively identify alternate sourcing opportunities across multiple Construction and Facilities Engineering material, equipment, parts and service categories. Analyze market trends and cost drivers to inform sourcing decisions.
  • Drive cost savings initiatives through value engineering, competitive bidding, and strategic negotiations.
  • Create presentations to communicate findings and vendor recommendations to stakeholders, to help with decision making.
  • Serve as an escalation channel for internal stakeholders, to improve vendor service levels. Maximize Ross' position of leverage in any negotiation scenario.
  • Support the Facilities Engineering team with sourcing requirements for Material Handling Equipment (MHE) repair, refurbishment and replacement.
  • Contract Development and Management; Risk & Compliance

  • Mitigate sourcing risks through robust contract terms and supplier vetting. Ensure compliance with safety, insurance, environmental, and regulatory standards.
  • Develop and review contracts with a critical eye to identify risks, gaps and cost reduction opportunities.
  • Coordinate with Legal and Business stakeholders to follow-up on concerns relating to RFPs, contract redlines, supply issues.
  • Facilitate vendors' understanding of Ross policies, facility design standards, service and quality expectations and Legal / Cyber Security requirements.
  • Provide guidance on contract negotiations through a collaborative approach with stakeholders.
  • Ad-Hoc Analysis and Project Support

  • Assist the supervisor in updating project roadmaps and savings tracking documents.
  • Develop PowerPoint presentations for internal stakeholder communications / updates, also review other team members' deliverables.
  • Prioritize and manage multiple projects based on criticality and value add.
  • Competencies : People

  • Building Effective Teams
  • Developing Talent
  • Collaboration
  • Self

  • Leading by Example
  • Communicates Effectively
  • Ensures Accountability and Execution
  • Manages Conflict
  • Business

  • Business Acumen
  • Plans, Aligns and Prioritizes
  • Organizational Agility
  • With particular emphasis on the following specific position-related competencies :

  • Analysis and Judgment
  • Drives Results
  • Influence
  • Technical Competence
  • Teamwork
  • Qualifications and Special Skills Required :

  • BA / BS in Supply Chain, Construction Management, Business, Economics, Finance or Engineering (MBA or advanced degree preferred).
  • Minimum of 5 years category management / strategic sourcing experience in Industrial Construction and Facilities Engineering. Multiple Construction and Engineering sourcing category experience preferred.
  • Minimum of 5 years of program or project management experience in a cross functional environment (technical and non-technical teams)
  • Strong knowledge of corporate finance - budgeting, cash flow, P / L statements, balance sheets.
  • Strong experience with construction cost estimating and budgeting as well as working with raw material / market indices and determining fair purchase prices.
  • Proficient in reading and interpreting construction drawings and specifications.
  • Experience with Construction Management Software such as Procore, as well as Sourcing / Contract Management Software such as Coupa.
  • Familiarity with LEED, OSHA, and other regulatory frameworks.
  • Certifications preferred - CCPS, CCM, CPSM.
  • Consulting experience strongly preferred; experience in retail is a plus.
  • Proficiency with contract writing and management strongly preferred.
  • Knowledge of DC Operations (e.g. Receiving, Sorting, VAS
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