Strategic Sourcing Manager

Applied Materials

Austin, TX, United States
$108,000.00 - $148,500.00; not specified; not spec...
Lead complex sourcing engagements
Drive negotiation and commercial outcomes
Translate category strategy into sourcing plans
The Strategic Sourcing Manager is responsible for leading complex, high-judgment sourcing engagements aligned to approved Category Strategies, converting strategy into executable sourcing wave plans, and driving negotiation and commercial outcomes

Job Summary

  • The Strategic Sourcing Manager is responsible for leading complex, high-judgment sourcing engagements aligned to approved Category Strategies, converting strategy into executable sourcing wave plans, and driving negotiation and commercial outcomes.
  • This role operates in a center-led model that balances global strategy with regional nuance, delivering measurable value, an improved stakeholder experience, and proactive risk management.
  • The company offers a supportive work culture that encourages learning, development, and career growth, with a commitment to employee health and wellbeing.

Matching Summary

The Strategic Sourcing Manager is responsible for leading complex, high-judgment sourcing engagements aligned to approved Category Strategies, converting strategy into executable sourcing wave plans, and driving negotiation and commercial outcomes.

Salary

$108,000.00 - $148,500.00; Not specified; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Lead complex sourcing engagements
  • Drive negotiation and commercial outcomes
  • Translate category strategy into sourcing plans
  • Manage sourcing pipelines and delivery
  • Embed policy adherence and risk controls

Nice-to-have

  • Supportive work culture
  • Continuous learning and development
  • Proactive risk management
  • Digital and AI-enabled ways of working

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Finance, or related field (or equivalent practical experience)
  • 7+ years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, category execution, or commercial contract negotiations
  • Proven track record leading complex sourcing events
  • Strong commercial acumen including TCO/should-cost analysis
  • Ability to operate effectively in a global, matrixed environment

Work Rights

Not specified

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