Associate Strategic Sourcing Manager

Posted:
8/15/2024, 5:00:00 PM

Location(s):
Charlotte, North Carolina, United States ⋅ North Carolina, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level

Field(s):
People & HR

Great company. Great people. Great opportunities.

If you’d like the chance to make your mark with the world’s largest equipment rental provider, come build your future with United Rentals!

As a Manager, Associate Strategic Sourcing, you will work to directly execute the strategic sourcing process for aftermarket parts and other parts commodity categories. You’ll be responsible for developing, managing, and negotiating with Aftermarket Parts Strategic Suppliers.

What you'll do:

  • Manage and negotiate Strategic Sourcing agreements and relationships in line with the organizations goals and objectives

  • Responsible for program improvement and acquisition cost reduction, focusing on refining current strategic relationships and developing new Strategic Suppliers in categories previously untouched by the company

  • Responsible for the identification and realization of cost savings opportunities through spend analysis

  • Lead cross-functional teams in developing company standards and policies on various purchased items

  • Negotiate and finalize contracts including master agreements and scopes of work Establish and maintain constructive supplier partnerships

  • Develop and execute implementation, communication and compliance plans

  • Measure, manage, and report on realized cost savings, cost saving opportunities, supplier program compliance, service levels and category activity of key suppliers

  • Participate in the development of policies related to category usage to drive savings

  • Manage and work with 3rd parties supporting the sourcing and operations of these purchases

  • Other duties assigned as needed

Requirements: 

  • BA/BS degree; Finance, Management, Operations/Purchasing, Accounting or related experience preferred

  • 2-4 years of Strategic Sourcing or Purchasing experience and C.P.M. certification

  • Experience in negotiating outsourcing agreements and reverse auction a plus

  • Financial skills and knowledge of Six-Sigma and process re-engineering preferred

  • Knowledge of construction equipment and contractor supplies

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

  • Manage multiple high priority projects simultaneously

  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills

  • Strong computer (Excel) skills

  • Ability to work independently

  • Some travel required

Why join us?

We don’t just “talk the talk!” We’re an award-winning company (recently named a Glassdoor Best Place to Work in 2023) that truly cares about our people - That’s why we offer best-in-class benefits and perks that will support you and your family. In addition to our health and financial plans, we also offer:

  • Paid Parental Leave

  • United Compassion Fund

  • Employee Discount Program

  • Career Development & Promotional Opportunities

  • Additional Vacation Buy Up Program (US Only)

  • Early Wage Access through Payactiv (US Hourly Only)

  • Paid Sick Leave

  • An inclusive and welcoming culture

Learn more about our full US benefit offerings here.

Mutual respect for the dignity and fundamental rights of all persons defines our culture. United Rentals, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and makes employment decisions regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or any other status protected by law. If you need a reasonable accommodation at any point of the application process, please email [email protected] for assistance.

United Rentals consists of a wide variety of roles with different duties and responsibilities. The actual pay rate offered to candidates varies depending upon a wide range of factors including specific position, education, training, experience, skills, and ability.

United Rentals Inc

Website: https://unitedrentals.com/

Headquarter Location: Stamford, Connecticut, United States

Employee Count: 10001+

Year Founded: 1997

IPO Status: Public

Industries: Commercial ⋅ Construction ⋅ Fleet Management ⋅ Industrial ⋅ Rental