Sourcing Manager

Position Details

• Posting date: 02/12/2026
• Closing date:
  Open Until Filled
• Position Number: 1129527
• Position Title:
  
  Sourcing Manager
• Hiring Range Minimum: $92,100
• Hiring Range Maximum: $115,100
• Union Type:
  Not a Union Position
• SEIU Level: Not an SEIU Position
• FLSA Status:
  Exempt
• Employment Category:
  Regular Full Time
• Scheduled Months per Year: 12
• Scheduled Hours per Week: 40
• Schedule:
  
  M-F 8:00AM-5:00PM
• Location:
  
  Hanover, NH
• Hybrid or remote eligible:
  Yes
• Remote Work Eligibility:
  Remote eligible
• Term Position:
  No
• Grant funded position:
  No

In accordance with College policies and procedures, the Sourcing Manager is responsible and provides support for the procurement goods and services. This role blends traditional contracting and sourcing responsibilities (contracting analysis and negotiation, leading RFPs, etc.) with a strong emphasis on stewarding and leading procurement system utilization and management and leading technology‑enabled process improvement.

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Business or related field preferred.
• Six or more years’ experience or a combination of education and experience.
• Seven plus years experience with contracting and sourcing.
• Experience in reviewing and redlining contract terms and conditions.
• Experience leading sourcing events, negotiating contracts and managing supplier relationships for a variety of categories.
• Experience supporting systems and process improvements.
• Experience using Excel and other reporting tools.
• Experience drafting and negotiating legal agreements.
• Strong analytical skills with close attention to detail.
• Demonstrated understanding and working knowledge of applicable commercial, legal terms.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Working knowledge of contract law.
• Mature judgment, planning and problem solving skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to take initiative, manage projects, balance competing demands, and make decisions under pressure.
• Fosters respectful communication and collaboration within a diverse community.

• Professional certifications such as CPM or CPSM a plus.
• Working in a decentralized, Higher Ed environment a plus.

• Reviews complex solicitations and prepares specialized and/or non-routine responses for proposals, bids, and contract modifications.
• Drafts, reviews and provides guidance on vendor contracts and changes to Dartmouth contract templates. Determines special contract clauses to clearly define buyer/seller responsibilities in accordance with Dartmouth policies and procedures while leveraging subject matter experts as needed. Provides guidance and advice to internal customers on contract review terms and proper contracting practices. Establishes and refines standard contract terms and templates for use across a wide range of goods and services procured by the College.
• Acts as the lead coordinator for communication with legal, finance, risk, IT and internal customer for resolution of contract terms and conditions.
• Partners with the Sourcing Team and the Office of the General Counsel to draft and negotiate complex legal terms for vendor agreements.
• Partners with RICS and IT Security to establish contractual controls related to insurance, cyber security, accessibility, etc.

• Serves as a functional lead for procurement and sourcing systems (e.g., contract management platform).
• Troubleshoots system issues, coordinates testing, and supports end‑users with training and documentation.
• Identifies opportunities to automate manual processes and improve workflow efficiency through technology and best practices.
• Collaborates with relevant internal and external partners to implement system enhancements, integrations, and upgrades.

• Develops and executes sourcing strategies across various categories to deliver cost savings, quality improvements, and supply continuity.
• Partners with internal stakeholders (risk, OGC, IT, etc.) to align sourcing/contracting initiatives with risk tolerance.
• Leads competitive bidding, supplier selection, negotiation, and contract award…