Strategic Sourcing Manager

Overview

At Autocar Parts, we fight for the customers’ needs. We invest in and grow businesses that disrupt their industries by putting customers first. From big data to industrial manufacturing, we deliver tools that transform the work of the people who use them. We are privately owned and expect our team members to think and act with an owner mindset.

We are seeking a driven and strategic Strategic Sourcing Manager to lead sourcing initiatives that support our growing Autocar Parts business. This role is responsible for developing sourcing strategies, building supplier partnerships, driving cost reduction initiatives, and leading a high-performing sourcing team focused on delivering value across the organization.

• Competitive compensation that recognizes your skills, experience, and impact
• Performance-based annual bonuses that reward results and contributions
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage to support your well-being
• 401(k) with a 4% company match to help you invest in your future
• 8 paid company holidays to rest, recharge, and maintain work-life balance

Location:

Highland Park, IL

• Develop and implement sourcing strategies for parts installed on Autocar trucks, common parts, and private label products supporting our “Heavy-Duty Everything” vision
• Source new parts at competitive pricing while achieving program targets and business objectives
• Forecast and manage current part costs while identifying and executing cost reduction opportunities
• Lead supplier negotiations and support the development of long-term agreements that strengthen Autocar’s competitive position
• Build strong relationships across sales, operations, engineering, manufacturing, and supplier partners
• Conduct regular vendor reviews focused on cost, service, performance, and growth opportunities
• Partner with truck manufacturing teams to support both OEM and aftermarket supply strategies
• Identify new technologies, materials, and components aligned with Autocar’s technical roadmap
• Manage new item setup processes and associate master data
• Lead and develop a team that includes sourcing specialists, analysts, and master data support personnel

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 5–10 years of experience in supply chain, purchasing, sourcing, or buying within a complex manufacturing environment
• Proven success leading teams and delivering measurable business results
• Strong technical aptitude through hands‑on experience or technical education
• Experience using fact‑based data and analytics to drive sourcing decisions
• Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship‑building skills
• Self‑starter with strong problem‑solving capabilities and the ability to work independently in a fast‑paced environment

• Strategic thinking and problem‑solving
• Supplier relationship management
• Leadership and team development
• Cross‑functional collaboration
• Analytical and data‑driven decision‑making
• Adaptability in changing business environments
• Commitment to quality, ethics, and continuous improvement

The duties and responsibilities outlined here are representative but not exhaustive of the tasks that the employee may be required to perform. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other tasks as necessary to meet business needs.

Autocar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Autocar complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Employees who require assistance or accommodation should contact Human Resources.