Strategic Sourcing Manager

Overview The Strategic Sourcing Manager is responsible for executing strategic sourcing and procurement initiatives to optimize Panasonic Connect of North America's (PCONA) approximately $120M procurement spend across direct and indirect categories. Manage supplier relationships, ensure compliance, and lead a team of procurement professionals. This role requires 5-7 years of procurement experience with 2-4 years of leadership, strong execution capabilities, analytical skills, and proficiency with SAP Ariba and Zycus systems. At Panasonic Connect, we connect the power of people and technology to change work, advance society and help connect to tomorrow. Empathy, results, relentlessness and teamwork are the foundations of the Panasonic Connect Culture. Our mission is to elevate the employee experience by empowering individuals to use their voice and have a positive impact on our business. Responsibilities Strategic Sourcing Execution Lead RFP and RFQ processes, supplier evaluation, and contract negotiations Develop business cases with ROI and NPV analysis Coordinate with PEXNA Legal for contracts, statements of work, and Privacy Impact Assessments Leverage PNA Procurement vendor relationships Track savings realization and ensure seamless supplier implementation Procurement Compliance and Governance Enforce procurement policies and approval authorities Ensure proper use of SAP Ariba for requisitions and RFAs Support SOX compliance and audit requirements Maintain complete contract documentation in Zycus Monitor contract renewals Identify and escalate procurement risks Supplier Relationship Management Conduct Quarterly Business Reviews with key suppliers Monitor performance using scorecards and KPIs Resolve supplier issues through root cause analysis Drive continuous improvement in cost, quality, and delivery Maintain supplier data in Zycus Support supplier diversity and sustainability objectives Team Leadership Manage three direct reports (one Senior Procurement Specialist and two hourly operational staff) and coordinate with shared contractor Provide coaching, conduct performance reviews, and develop team capabilities Assign work and ensure quality deliverables Navigate union requirements for hourly staff Analytics and Reporting Conduct spend analysis to identify opportunities Analyze total cost of ownership and develop cost models Track savings, budget performance, and KPIs Use Excel, PowerBI, or Tableau for data analysis and executive dashboards Qualifications Education and Experience Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field 5-7 years of progressive procurement or sourcing experience with 2-4 years of leadership (managing people, projects, or cross-functional initiatives) Professional certifications (CPSM, CIPS, CPM) or process improvement experience (Lean, Six Sigma) strongly preferred Core Competencies Strategic sourcing execution including RFP and RFQ development, supplier evaluation, contract negotiation, and business case development Supplier relationship management with proven ability to drive performance improvement Strong project management skills with ability to manage multiple concurrent initiatives with competing priorities and stakeholder timelines Analytical and financial acumen including cost modeling, TCO analysis, ROI and NPV calculations, and data-driven decision making Stakeholder influence and collaboration skills; thrives in matrixed, fast-paced environments Self-motivated, proactive problem-solver with entrepreneurial mindset Technical Skills SAP Ariba and Zycus proficiency required Advanced Excel required; PowerBI or Tableau preferred Familiarity with AI productivity tools (e.g., Microsoft Copilot) helpful Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills with ability to translate complex concepts for non-procurement stakeholders Other Occasional travel (5-10%, domestic with potential international) for supplier visits and conferences Benefits & Perks - What's In It For You Panasonic is committed to supporting your total wellbeing through a wide variety of benefits and wellness programs to support your physical, emotional, financial, social, and environmental health. Here's what you can expect: Health Benefits - Offering medical, dental, vision, prescription plans, plus Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options. Voluntary Benefits - Life, accident, critical illness, disability, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance. Panasonic Retirement Savings & Investment Plan (PRSIP) - 401(k) plan with company matching contributions and immediate vesting. Paid Time-Off Benefits - Vacation, holidays, personal days, sick leave, volunteer, and parental and caregiver leave. Educational Assistance - Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses after six months of service. Health Management and Wellbeing Programs - Lifestyle Spending Account, EAP, virtual health management, chronic condition, neurodiversity, tobacco cessation, substance abuse support, and life stage and fertility resources. Available to eligible employees starting the first day of the month following your start date. Eligibility for each benefit may vary based on employment status, location, and length of service. We Take Opportunity Seriously At Panasonic, we are committed to a workplace that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. Fairness and Honesty have been part of our core values for more than 100 years and we are proud of our diverse culture as an equal opportunity employer. The salary range listed below is just one component of Panasonic's total package. Actual compensation varies depending on the individual's knowledge, skills, experience, and location. This role may be eligible for discretionary bonuses and incentives. *The minimum hourly wage for this role will be the greater of the posted range, or minimum wage for the location where the employee will be working, subject to local minimum wage requirements. We understand that your career search may look different than others and embrace the professional, personal, educational, and volunteer opportunities through which people gain experience. If you are actively looking or starting to explore new opportunities, send us your application! Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristic protected by law. All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Due to the high volume of responses, we will only be able to respond to candidates of interest. All candidates must have valid authorization to work in the U.S. LI-AU1 LI-Hybrid Salary Range $110,000 - $125,000 + Bonus REQ-153823