Strategic Sourcing Manager - Supplies

Lowe’s

Strategic Sourcing Manager - Supplies

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Mooresville NC USA

Hybrid

Senior level

Consumer Web • eCommerce • Information Technology • Retail • Software • Analytics • App development

Curiosity wanted. Innovation required.

The Role

The Strategic Sourcing Manager executes complex sourcing projects manages supplier relationships leads negotiations and develops sourcing strategies to meet business needs.

Summary Generated by Built In

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This position is based at our headquarters in Mooresville North Carolina. Our corporate office is a space where you can collaborate and do your best work. Take a walk grab a bite (or a cup of coffee) work out or get a check-up - we invest in you so you can find your inspiration.
Your Impact
The primary purpose of this role is to execute highly complex sourcing projects that accomplish the goals of both the organization and the business units they support. These projects should be delivered utilizing a variety of sourcing techniques including scenario analysis to guide in decision making and leveraging analytics and market intelligence to help the business identify opportunities with demand and usage for projects. Other key components of the role include leading continuous improvement activities building relationships with the business and support teams and supporting key initiatives to deliver on business goals.
What You Will Do

Executes complex sourcing projects leveraging project management and sourcing tools by developing RFPs RFQs RFIs etc. as needed.
Develops of comprehensive bid packages for RFx events utilizing analytics to develop insights in vendor bids.
Leads cross functional group to drive information gathering from the business scope development and contract negotiation critical to completion of the project.
Develops and executes comprehensive negotiations plan and conducts direct negotiations with suppliers to maximize the value of deals for Lowe's.
Manages initiates and facilitates communication of project updates to business customers and support stakeholders.
Executes supplier non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) and Master Service Agreements (MSAs) as needed.
Builds and maintains customer relationships typically at the Director level within their subcategory and serves as an escalation for contract and performance issues.
Develops and negotiates Statements of Work (SOWs).
Evaluates previous SOWs KPIs and operational issues to develop improved SOWs with Category Manager input.
Develops supplier scorecards for RFx results to drive decision making.
Supports baseline development for RFx events.
Presents information and materials to stakeholders evaluating pros/cons of suppliers across multiple award scenarios to influce and drive decision making.
Manages finance and legal partnership at the project level.
Leads vendor workshops.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree Business Engineering Science or related field or equivalent years of experience in lieu of education requirement if applicable
7 Years Procurement Supply Chain Sales Finance or similar work with an emphasis on sourcing negotiations and contracting
1 Year Cross functional team leadership
Knowledge and experience with E-Sourcing tools and processes
Project management skills
Contracting and vendor management experience
Negotiation experience
Excellent PowerPoint and presentation skills

Preferred Skills/Education

Master's degree Business Engineering Science or related field MBA JD MS ME

About Lowe's
Lowe's Companies Inc. (NYSE: LOW) is a FORTUNE® 100 home improvement company with total fiscal 2025 sales of more than $86 billion. Lowe's employs approximately 300000 associates and operates over 1750 home improvement stores 540 branches and 120 distribution centers. Based in Mooresville N.C. Lowe's supports the communities it serves through programs focused on creating safe affordable housing improving community spaces helping to develop the next generation of skilled trade experts and providing disaster relief to communities in need. For more information visit Lowes.com .
Lowe's is an equal opportunity employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race color religious creed sex gender age ancestry national origin mental or physical disability or medical condition sexual orientation gender identity or expression marital status military or veteran status genetic information or any other category protected under federal state or local law.

Skills Required

Bachelor's degree in Business Engineering Science or related field
7 Years Procurement Supply Chain Sales Finance or similar work
1 Year Cross functional team leadership
Knowledge and experience with E-Sourcing tools and processes
Project management skills
Contracting and vendor management experience
Negotiation experience
Excellent PowerPoint and presentation skills

What the Team is Saying

Lowe’s Compensation & Benefits Highlights

Inclusive Benefits Coverage—Medical dental and vision plans are available to regular full‑time and part‑time associates with mental‑health resources also offered. Regular part‑time associates can also participate in the 401(k) with company match shortly after hire.
Retirement Support—A 401(k) with company match up to 4.25% when associates contribute 6% is available with eligibility beginning shortly after employment. This supports long‑term savings across a broad set of roles and statuses.
Parental & Family Support—Up to 10 weeks paid maternity leave and 4 weeks paid parental leave are provided for eligible full‑time associates alongside adoption assistance and fertility coverage. These offerings encompass both leave and family‑building support.

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The Company

HQ: Mooresville NC

300000 Employees

Year Founded: 1921

What We Do

It’s curious to think of innovation and stability co-existing. But we pair a 100-year track record of success with a hunger to do things differently. Everyone is in the work — tackling complex problems where your impact can build back or build up the communities we serve. We fill our halls with curious minds from all walks of life. Our differences make us stronger which is why our leaders build cultures of recognition and inclusion. You are heard and your curiosities are celebrated and championed here.

Why Work With Us

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