Lead Category Sourcing Manager, Professional Services

Stanley Black & Decker, Inc

New Britain, CT, USA
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Develop and implement global sourcing strategies
Lead cross-functional sourcing projects
Supplier selection, contracting and negotiation
** Stanley Black & Decker is seeking a Lead Category Sourcing Manager for Professional Services in New Britain, CT, offering a hybrid work model. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in strategic sourcing and supplier management within the professional services sector, along with strong negotiating skills and the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders. **

Job Summary

  • The role will drive category engagement models that deliver best value suppliers, contracts, and innovation for key professional services leaders and stakeholders.
  • You’ll receive a competitive salary and a great benefits plan including: Medical, dental, life, vision, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement.
  • Being part of our global company with 20+ brands to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** Stanley Black & Decker is seeking a Lead Category Sourcing Manager for Professional Services in New Britain, CT, offering a hybrid work model. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in strategic sourcing and supplier management within the professional services sector, along with strong negotiating skills and the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Develop and implement global sourcing strategies
  • Lead cross-functional sourcing projects
  • Supplier selection, contracting and negotiation
  • Track performance within spend categories
  • Drive value through supplier relationship management
  • Global mindset and international experience

Nice-to-have

  • Relentless pursuit of excellence
  • Sense of purpose and integrity
  • Making things better for those who make the world
  • Diverse and high-performing professionals
  • Innovative, tech-driven and highly collaborative

Key Requirements

  • 5 to 10 years of strategic sourcing
  • Experience in Indirect Sourcing Categories
  • Background across Professional Services landscape
  • Bachelor’s degree in required
  • Must have a balance of both strategic and operational capacities
  • Experience in advanced sourcing techniques and tools
  • Strong negotiating skills
  • Demonstrated financial and general business acumen

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