KPI Integrated Solutions

Manager, Sourcing

KPI Integrated Solutions

full-time

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Location Type: Remote

Location: Remote • Kansas, Montana • 🇺🇸 United States

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Job Level

SeniorLead

Tech Stack

ERP

About the role

  • Develop and implement sourcing strategies for MHE categories including conveyors, lifts, automated guided vehicles (AGVs), robotics, racking, and related components.
  • Identify, evaluate, and qualify suppliers based on cost, quality, delivery, innovation, and compliance requirements.
  • Negotiate commercial terms, contracts, and long-term supply agreements with global and regional suppliers.
  • Partner with engineering and product management to support new product introduction (NPI) and value engineering initiatives.
  • Monitor supplier performance using key metrics (cost, quality, delivery, service, innovation).
  • Drive cost reduction programs while maintaining high standards for safety, compliance, and sustainability.
  • Develop risk mitigation strategies across the supply base, including dual sourcing and inventory strategies.
  • Lead supplier business reviews and manage long-term supplier relationships.
  • Stay current on MHE market trends, emerging technologies, and commodity pricing.
  • Collaborate with global supply chain, logistics, and operations teams to ensure continuity of supply.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in supply chain business, Engineering, or related field; MBA or CPSM preferred.
  • 7+ years of progressive sourcing, procurement, or supply chain experience, preferably in MHE, industrial equipment, or automation industries.
  • Strong knowledge of global sourcing practices, supplier negotiations, and contract management.
  • Experience with cost modeling, total cost of ownership (TCO) analysis, and supplier performance management.
  • Proven ability to lead cross-functional projects.
  • Demonstrated track record of successful contract and commercial negotiations with suppliers and subcontractors.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, project-oriented environment with multiple competing priorities.
  • Strong understanding of Incoterms, milestone payment schedules, and supplier risk management practices.
  • Experience with ERP systems (NetSuite Preferred) and CRM platforms (Salesforce preferred).
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to travel domestically and internationally (up to 20–30%).
Benefits
  • - Medical Insurance
  • - Dental Insurance
  • - Vision Insurance
  • - Health Care Concierge Service
  • - 401(k) Retirement Plan (Pre-tax & Roth)
  • - Company paid Basic Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability & Long-Term Disability
  • - Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance
  • - Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness & Hospital Indemnity Insurance
  • - Pet Insurance
  • - Milk Stork Program
  • - Wellness Program with gift card redemption and wellness challenges
  • - Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & 10 Holidays)
  • - Training & Development

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard skills
sourcing strategiessupplier evaluationcontract managementcost modelingtotal cost of ownership (TCO) analysissupplier performance managementrisk mitigation strategiesnegotiationvalue engineeringsupply chain management
Soft skills
leadershipcross-functional collaborationcommunicationpresentationanalytical skillsproblem-solvingproject managementadaptabilitynegotiation skillsrelationship management
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in supply chain businessBachelor’s degree in EngineeringMBACPSM