Sr Strategic Sourcing Manager (Nashville)

Senior Strategic Sourcing Manager Location: Nashville, TN (on site) Compensation: $120,000-$140,000 base salary + bonus/benefits Reports To: Director of Supply Chain Role Summary The Senior Strategic Sourcing Manager will lead all procurement activities supporting manufacturing operations in a complex, high-mix, low-volume discrete manufacturing environment . This role owns sourcing strategy and execution with a strong focus on supplier localization, cost reduction, and gross margin enhancement. The ideal candidate brings deep direct materials expertise and a proven ability to transition suppliers while delivering measurable financial results.

Key Responsibilities Lead all procurement and strategic sourcing activities supporting manufacturing operations Own supplier localization and onshoring strategy , including transitioning components from international suppliers to qualified domestic partners Develop and execute sourcing strategies focused on cost reduction, margin improvement, and supply continuity Apply Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) models to sourcing and supplier selection decisions Manage large direct material spend and negotiate complex supplier agreements Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Engineering, and Finance to support gross margin and operational goals Drive supplier performance, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement initiatives Operate effectively in a high-mix, low-volume, mixed-model manufacturing environment Qualifications 10+ years of progressive procurement and strategic sourcing leadership experience Proven success managing significant direct material spend Demonstrated track record of quantified cost savings and successful supplier transitions (international to domestic preferred) Experience in complex manufacturing environments (discrete manufacturing strongly preferred) Strong financial and commercial acumen, including cost modeling and margin analysis Ability to work cross-functionally and influence senior stakeholders Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree or certifications (CPM, CPSM) a plus