Sourcing Manager

Ferguson

Sourcing Manager leading sourcing initiatives and negotiations at Ferguson. Collaborating with stakeholders and enhancing supplier performance in a remote/hybrid setting.

Posted 6/12/2026full-timeVirginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $7,425 - $12,100 per monthWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Deliver enterprise value by leading strategic sourcing initiatives and implementing effective negotiation strategies that reduce cost and risk while improving supplier performance and driving innovation
Serve as a trusted partner to business and corporate stakeholders, supporting a wide range of operational functions and enabling scalable, sustainable business outcomes
Lead and implement sourcing methodology and initiatives, including developing sourcing plans, obtaining business alignment, negotiating and implementing contracts, and generating savings
Proactively engage and collaborate with partners to understand sourcing opportunities, develop requirements, evaluate and conduct competitive RFx events, select suppliers, negotiate, and contract
Consistently conduct ongoing market research and collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand demand, supplier capabilities, industry trends, and emerging solutions within assigned categories
Negotiate sophisticated agreements primarily for professional services and consulting engagements
Analyze historical spend, contract, and market data to identify trends, risks, and optimization opportunities
Draft, negotiate, and complete contracts in close collaboration with the business, Legal, IT Security, Vendor Management, and other relevant business partners
Select vendors and service providers that meet business needs through comparative market analysis, strategic planning support, pricing development, and issue resolution
Monitor, measure, and audit contract and supplier performance throughout the lifecycle.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s or Associate degree in Business, Finance, Supply Management, Project Management, or related field preferred
Minimum of 3 years of experience leading supplier negotiations and handling contracts within indirect spend or business operations categories
Experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, process improvement, or related business functions
Professional certifications such as CPSM, PMP, or equivalent experience preferred
Strong understanding of sourcing concepts, commercial negotiations, and contract management
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills with the ability to make data-driven decisions
Strong communication skills with the ability to actively engage partners at all levels, including executive leadership
Proven ability to build strong internal partnerships and productive supplier relationships
Ability to lead cross-functional teams in the accomplishment of company goals
Self-starter with strong organizational, time management, and prioritization skills
Proven leadership skills with the ability to lead others
Creative and innovative attitude with a focus on continuous improvement.

Benefits

Comp & perks

health, dental, vision
paid time off
life insurance
401(k) with a company match
mental health coverage
gender affirming and family building benefits
paid parental leave
associate discounts
community involvement opportunities
additional meaningful and inclusive enhancements

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Hard Skills & Tools

strategic sourcingnegotiation strategiessourcing methodologycontract managementmarket researchcompetitive RFx eventsdata analysiscost reductionsupplier performanceprocess improvement

Soft Skills

communication skillsanalytical skillsproblem-solving skillscritical thinkingorganizational skillstime managementprioritization skillsleadership skillscollaborationcreativity

Certifications

CPSMPMP