Strategic Sourcing and Procurement Manager

A day in this role — Arab, AL

You start your morning reviewing open requisitions and supplier dashboards, confirming that inventory forecasts match production plans. By mid-morning, you’re negotiating contract terms with a key vendor, balancing quality, delivery, and cost. After lunch, you partner with operations and finance to align on budgets and supplier performance, then complete a process audit to ensure compliance. You close the day by mentoring a team member on market analysis and finalizing a report for senior leadership.

What you will own

• Design and execute procurement strategies that support business objectives and savings targets.
• Negotiate supplier contracts and agreements to secure the best value and service levels.
• Track market shifts and evaluate supplier performance to uncover cost-reduction and efficiency opportunities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to translate requirements into sourcing plans.
• Build and manage supplier relationships to drive quality, reliability, and on-time delivery.
• Conduct periodic audits of purchasing processes to uphold compliance and streamline workflows.
• Prepare and deliver clear, data-driven procurement reports for senior management.
• Process requisitions and provide timely order-status updates to leadership and requestors.
• Develop and manage purchasing budgets and reporting cadence.
• Maintain complete, accurate records of transactions, contracts, and vendor data.
• Monitor inventory levels and forecast demand to balance availability with carrying costs.
• Stay current on market trends, industry changes, and regulatory requirements to inform purchasing decisions.
• Coach and mentor procurement team members to elevate capability and performance.
  
  

What you bring

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• Professional certifications such as CIPP or CIPM are a plus.
• Demonstrated experience in procurement or supply chain, ideally with leadership responsibility.
• Exceptional negotiation and communication skills.
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to make informed, data-backed decisions.
• Hands-on familiarity with procurement software and tools.
• Outstanding organizational skills with the ability to juggle multiple priorities.
• Proven leadership with the ability to inspire, motivate, and develop a team.
• Knowledge of industry regulations and purchasing best practices.
• Ability to communicate effectively with operators, supervisors, and all levels of management.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office.
  
  

Core proficiencies

• Bachelor's Degree
• Supplier Management
• Sourcing and Procurement Experience
• Supplier Negotiation Experience
  
  

HYCO Alabama is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.