Strategic Sourcing Leader

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Full Remote
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Experience: 
Senior (5-10 years)
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Offer summary

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Operations, Management, or Business-related field., 5–7 years of procurement experience in manufacturing, production, or military environments., 2–4 years of leadership experience managing teams and cross-functional projects., Deep understanding of Lean manufacturing principles and operational efficiency..

Key responsibilities:

  • Develop and execute global sourcing strategies to optimize supplier value.
  • Manage the end-to-end RFP process, ensuring vendor compliance with expectations.
  • Oversee contract negotiations and vendor relationship management.
  • Lead and coach procurement professionals to foster a culture of continuous improvement.

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BW Packaging https://www.bwpackagingsystems.com/
1001 - 5000 Employees
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Job description

About Us:

BW Papersystems, part of the BarryWehmiller Group, builds capital equipment that transforms paper into products for consumers every day, around the world. We offer innovative technologies, service and parts, and years of global experience in corrugating, finishing; slitting and packaging; stationery; bookbinding and security documents. Customers rely on our machines to produce and convert items such as corrugated boxes, folding cartons, passports, notebooks, copy paper, board, and coated and other specialty papers. For more information, visit bwpapersystems.com.


BarryWehmiller is a diversified global supplier of engineering consulting and manufacturing technology for the packaging, corrugating, sheeting and paperconverting industries. By blending peoplecentric leadership with disciplined operational strategies and purposedriven growth, BarryWehmiller has become a $3 billion organization with nearly 12,000 team members united by a common belief: to use the power of business to build a better world.


Job Description:

As the Strategic Sourcing Manager, you’ll play a key role in shaping and executing both nearterm initiatives and longterm strategies that drive procurement excellence across a global framework. You’ll lead crossfunctional sourcing efforts, guide policy implementation, and serve as the performance driver for your team—ensuring alignment with organizational priorities and continuous improvement goals.

This position requires a deep understanding of Lean manufacturing principles and a passion for fostering a culture of operational efficiency. Reporting to the Director, Supply Chain, you will collaborate across teams to champion sourcing best practices and deliver results that elevate costeffectiveness, supplier performance, and procurement value.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and execute global sourcing strategies that optimize supplier value and support business objectives

  • Manage the RFP process from end to end, ensuring vendors meet expectations on cost, quality, inventory, and service

  • Oversee contract negotiation and vendor relationship management, aligning performance with strategic goals

  • Monitor supplier compliance, performance metrics, and contractual obligations to mitigate risk and maximize value

  • Identify overlapping purchases across departments and leverage volume discounts to drive cost savings

  • Ensure full compliance with internal policies, external regulations, and ethical sourcing standards

  • Collaborate with technical buyers and engineers to identify new product needs and qualifying suppliers

  • Lead and coach procurement professionals, fostering a team culture grounded in strategic thinking and continuous improvement

  • Implement sourcing policies and KPIs to track progress toward savings goals and operational targets

  • Apply Lean tools and methodologies to streamline procurement processes and support sustained performance improvements

  • Ensure vendor product quality aligns with company standards and customer expectations

  • Support categoryspecific sourcing initiatives (e.g., commodities, raw materials) as needed

  • Perform other sourcing and procurement duties in alignment with department goals

    • Required Experience:

      • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Operations, Management, or Businessrelated discipline

      • 5–7 years of procurement experience in a manufacturing, production, or military environment

      • 2–4 years of leadership experience in a similar setting, with proven ability to manage teams and crossfunctional projects

        • The approximate pay range for this position is $130,000 145,000 base salary plus additional discretionary incentive. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Our complete benefits package includes: medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off; 401k plan with company match. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to background, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as geographic location of the position.

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          At BarryWehmiller we recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. We know that our differences often can bring about innovation, excellence and meaningful work—therefore, people from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require reasonable accommodations during the interview process.

          BarryWehmiller is an equal opportunity employer. MFDV This organization uses EVerify.


          Applicants may be subject to preemployment screening which may include drug screening, reference checks, employment verifications, background screening andor skills assessments.


          Company:

          BW Papersystems

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Experience

Level of experience: Senior (5-10 years)
Spoken language(s):
English
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Other Skills

  • Team Leadership
  • Strategic Thinking
  • Collaboration

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