Manager of Strategic Sourcing & Supply Chain

As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.

Manager of Strategic Sourcing & Supply Chain

Reports to:               Director of Operations

Direct Reports:       5

Department:             Factory Overhead (474000)

FLSA Status:           Exempt (salary)

Position Summary: The Manager of Strategic Sourcing & Supply Chain is a strategic leader responsible for driving the company’s procurement, sourcing, and supplier management initiatives. This role oversees the acquisition of materials, manages supplier relationships, negotiates high-value contracts, and leads outsourcing efforts to optimize cost, quality, and production flexibility. The Manager of Strategic Sourcing & Supply Chain ensures that purchasing decisions support operational efficiency, production goals, and long-term business growth.

This position leads a team of procurement and planning professionals and collaborates closely with Operations, Sales, Engineering, and Logistics to implement cost-saving strategies, strengthen supplier partnerships, and expand the company’s outsourcing capabilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead strategic sourcing and high-value supplier negotiations to achieve cost reductions, improve service levels, and strengthen long-term partnerships.
• Identify and implement outsourcing opportunities to increase production flexibility, reduce costs, and mitigate risk.
• Develop supplier scorecards, monitor performance metrics, and proactively manage supplier relationships to ensure continuity and quality.
• Oversee procurement processes, including RFQs, purchase orders, contract management, and supplier agreements.
• Collaborate with Operations to align sourcing strategies with production schedules, capacity planning, and customer demand.
• Lead the supply chain team, including the Senior Buyer, Parts Supervisor, and Production Planner, providing coaching and strategic guidance.
• Maintain visibility of critical inventory and long-lead items to prevent production delays.
• Partner with Sales during quoting and planning processes to provide lead time estimates, supply insights, and cost information.
• Drive initiatives to leverage organizational spend across categories and optimize supplier consolidation.
• Continuously evaluate market trends, supplier capabilities, and emerging technologies to improve sourcing strategies.
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related field; equivalent experience considered.
• 5–7 years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or supply chain leadership in manufacturing.
• Proven experience in high-level negotiations, contract management, and supplier relationship management.
• Demonstrated experience in outsourcing, vendor consolidation, or make-vs-buy analysis.
• ERP system experience required; experience with Acumatica and Savant a plus.
• APICS/CPIM or equivalent procurement/supply chain certification preferred.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel and data-driven decision-making.
• Exceptional leadership and communication skills, with ability to influence cross-functional teams.
• Experience in the truck equipment or heavy manufacturing industry preferred but not required.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.

Definitions:                          C – Constantly (> 66% of the time)

                                                F – Frequently (34-65% of the time)

                                                O – Occasionally (< 33% of the time)

Essential Functions:                                                         Frequency:

Candidates must be able to perform the following duties with or without reasonable accommodation:

• Standing, walking, lifting, bending                                    F
• Performing basic mathematical calculations                  C
• Using a computer                                                                 C
• Maintaining an organized work area                                 C
• Sitting                                                                                     C

Work Environment:  This position operates in an office environment and on the production floor.  Individual in position routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, photocopiers, and phones.  Production floor environment is warm in summer and cool in the winter.

Physical Demands:  This is a full-time position, normal work hours are Monday through Friday from 8 am to 5 pm.  Must be willing to work overtime as scheduled and required.

• Lifting, pushing, or pulling 1-25 lbs.                                  F
• Lifting, pushing, or pulling 26-50 lbs.                                O
• Lifting, pushing, or pulling  50-75 lbs.                               O
• Sitting                                                                                     C

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):  Safety shoes, safety glasses, and hearing protection are required when entering production floor.

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to careers@marmon.com, and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.