Strategic Sourcing Lead – Direct Categories - Processing

Position: Strategic Sourcing Lead – Direct Categories - Money Processing
Brinks Texas License #C00550
** About Brink's:
** The Brink’s Company (NYSE:

BCO) is a leading global provider of cash and valuables management, digital retail solutions, and ATM managed services. Our customers include financial institutions, retailers, government agencies, mints, jewelers, and other commercial operations. Our network of operations in 51 countries serves customers in more than 100 countries.

We believe in building partnerships that secure commerce and doing that requires fostering an engaged culture that values people with different backgrounds, ideas, and perspectives. We build a sense of belonging, so all employees feel respected, safe, and valued, and we provide equal opportunity to participate and grow.
** Job Description
**** The Opportunity
** We are seeking a
** Strategic Sourcing Lead
** to join our team in
** Coppell, TX**. In this pivotal role, you will be the bridge between business needs and the external supply base, ensuring that every sourcing decision drives strategic, financial, and operational value for the organization, helping to drive our business forward and shape the future of our global direct category strategy.

As part of the
** Sourcing & Procurement
** team you will have the opportunity to collaborate with category leaders and business stakeholders to ensure contracts, compliance, and market insights drive sustainable value for the organization.
** You will be starting with Money Processing category and will be supporting other Direct categories.
***
* Key Responsibilities:

**** Strategic Leadership & Business Impact
*** Develop sub-category strategies aligned with the overall category vision and drive actionable sourcing plans.
* Deliver measurable savings and value while driving cost optimization and sustainability initiatives.
* Monitor supply markets, conduct benchmarking, and identify emerging trends and opportunities.
** Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement
*** Partner with internal stakeholders to align business needs with sourcing strategies and ensure satisfaction.
* Collaborate with category leaders and teams to ensure alignment and consistency across sourcing activities.
* Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to drive performance, innovation, and risk mitigation.
** Performance Metrics & Accountability
*** Lead end-to-end sourcing processes, including RFPs, negotiations, and supplier selection.
* Draft, negotiate, and manage supplier contracts, ensuring compliance and commercial advantage.
* Analyze Actual Spend$ vs Projected Spend$ reduction and work to eliminate or reduce the gaps.
* Ensure adherence to governance, risk, and compliance frameworks across all sourcing activities.
** Continuous Improvement & Innovation
*** Own and maintain the Direct Category catalogs in Procurement tools like Coupa, aligning with the negotiated contracts.
* Identify opportunities for process enhancement and supplier collaboration to drive continuous improvement.
* Apply market insights and best practices to strengthen sourcing effectiveness and business impact.
** How We Lead at Brink’s
** At Brink’s, leadership isn’t defined by your title, it’s how you show up. Our Leadership Model guides how we work, collaborate, and grow, whether you’re an individual contributor or a people leader.
** We look for team members who:
*** Take Ownership:
Deliver results with excellence and hold yourself accountable.
* Collaborate Boldly:
Partner across teams and regions to solve complex challenges.
* Stay Curious:
Continuously seek opportunities to learn, improve, and innovate.
* Deliver with Integrity:
Build trust by prioritizing safety, security, and ethical decision-making.
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* Preferred Qualifications:

*** Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field; master’s degree preferred.
* 4–8 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain roles with a proven track record in category strategy execution and supplier management.
* Demonstrated success leading competitive sourcing events (RFx), contract negotiations, and supplier performance management across regions.
* Exceptional ability to analyze large data sets and derive business conclusions…