Battelle delivers when others can’t. We conduct research and development, manage national laboratories, design and manufacture products and deliver critical services for our clients—whether they are a multi-national corporation, a small start-up or a government agency.We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.Job SummaryThe Manager, Strategic Sourcing is responsible for leading a team of sourcing professionals in procuring standard and non-standard goods, services, and materials of high value and complexity. This role ensures that procurement activities align with corporate policies, procedures, and compliance with applicable Government laws and regulations.The Manager is responsible for overseeing non-direct procurement activities, category management, under 10K procurements, and ensuring the efficient execution of contracts, purchase orders, and supplier agreements. Additionally, the role requires strong leadership in managing and developing the sourcing team, ensuring their ability to meet operational demands and solve problems effectively.Responsibilities
Business Engagement
Work closely with internal stakeholders to address procurement-related challenges, resolve escalations, and facilitate smooth communication across teams.
Engage with senior management to provide updates on team performance, procurement challenges, and solutions, ensuring alignment on operational priorities.
Coordinate with other departments to streamline procurement processes, reduce bottlenecks, and respond quickly to evolving business needs.
Team Leadership & Development
Directly manage and support a team of strategic sourcing professionals, providing day-to-day guidance, workload prioritization, and troubleshooting assistance.
Foster a positive and collaborative team environment, encouraging problem-solving, accountability, and operational efficiency.
Monitor team performance and provide continuous feedback, mentoring, and development opportunities to ensure high levels of employee engagement and effectiveness.
Implement training programs and development initiatives to enhance the team's skills in handling procurement challenges and navigating complex supplier relationships.
Category Management
Lead category management efforts, ensuring that procurement strategies are aligned with organizational goals for key categories of goods and services.
Develop and implement category plans to optimize supplier performance, cost management, and value creation across the organization.
Identify opportunities for category consolidation, supplier rationalization, and process improvements to drive operational efficiencies.
Foster relationships with key suppliers to ensure reliable supply chains and quick resolution of any problems or disputes that arise.
Risk Management & Compliance:
Ensure compliance with corporate procurement policies, Government regulations, and legal standards, including proper documentation and reporting.
Monitor procurement activities to ensure team’s adherence to risk management practices, resolving any compliance issues swiftly and efficiently.
Key Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in business or a related field; nine years of work experience in procurement, subcontracting or procurement compliance; or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience in a relevant area.
One year of management experience or three years of team lead experience.
Benefits: Live an Extraordinary LifeWe care about your well-being, not just on the job. Battelle offers comprehensive and competitive benefits to help you live your best life.
Balance life through a compressed work schedule : Most of our team follows a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off—giving you a dedicated day to accomplish things in your personal life without using vacation time.
Take time to recharge : You get paid time off to support work-life balance and keep motivated.
Prioritize wellness : Stay healthy with medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits plus a variety of optional supplemental benefits.
Better together : Coverage for partners, gender-affirming care and health support, and family formation support.
Build your financial future : Build financial stability with an industry-leading 401(k) retirement savings plan. For most employees, we put in 5 percent whether you contribute or not, and match your contributions on top of that.
Advance your education : Tuition assistance is available to pursue higher education.
Flexible work arrangements : You have options for where you work and when you work.
A Work Environment Where You SucceedFor brilliant minds in science, technology, engineering and business operations, Battelle is the place to do the greatest good by solving humanity’s most pressing challenges and creating a safer, healthier and more secure world.You will have the opportunity to thrive in a culture that inspires you to:
Apply your talent to challenging and meaningful projects
Receive select funding to pursue ideas in scientific and technological discovery
Collaborate with world-class experts in an inclusive environment
Nurture and develop the next generation of scientific leaders
Give back to and improve our communities
Vaccinations & Safety ProtocolsBattelle may require employees, based on job duties, work location, and/or its clients’ requirements to follow certain safety protocols and to be vaccinated against a variety of viruses, bacteria, and diseases as a condition of employment and continued employment and to provide documentation that they are fully vaccinated. If applicable, Battelle will provide reasonable accommodations based on a qualified disability or medical condition through the Americans with Disabilities Act or the Rehabilitation Act or for a sincerely held religious belief under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (and related state laws).Battelle is an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, genetic information, disability, veteran-status veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable Federal, state, or local law. Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives. We will support positive programs for equal treatment of all staff and full utilization of all qualified employees at all levels within Battelle.The above statements are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, activities and skills required of staff members. No statement herein is intended to imply any authorities to commit Battelle unless special written permission is granted by Battelle's Legal Department.For more information about our other openings, please visit www.battelle.org/careers