Manager, Supply Chain Sourcing Strategy

Apply before 11:59 PM Arizona time the day before the posted End Date.

Bachelor's degree and five (5) years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field including two (2) years managerial experience; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

The Manager, Supply Chain Sourcing Strategy leads a team of sourcing strategists responsible for developing and executing strategic sourcing initiatives that support Arizona State University's capital projects, construction, facilities, and related services. This role drives value through supplier strategy, contract negotiations, cost optimization, and stakeholder partnership while ensuring sourcing activities align with project objectives, operational needs, and university priorities.

$80,000 - $85,000 annually

• Lead and develop a team of Sourcing Strategists supporting construction, capital projects, facilities, and other categories as business needs evolve.
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies that deliver value, reduce risk, and align with university objectives.
• Direct strategic sourcing, supplier management, negotiations, and contracting activities across assigned categories.
• Lead stakeholder engagement and drive sourcing decisions that support project, operational, and financial objectives.
• Analyze spend, market conditions, supplier performance, and industry trends to identify opportunities and inform sourcing strategies.
• Negotiate complex agreements and commercial terms to optimize cost, service, quality, and supplier performance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Proven track record of delivering measurable results through strategic sourcing, procurement, supplier management, contract negotiations, and category management. Demonstrated ability to develop sourcing strategies that drive cost savings, value creation, risk mitigation, and supplier performance improvements. Strong ability to lead teams, influence stakeholders, negotiate complex agreements, analyze data, and drive cross‑functional decision‑making. Knowledge of construction, capital projects, facilities, and related service categories preferred.

Experience in public procurement, strategic sourcing, and leading complex supply chain initiatives. Proficiency in supply chain automation, ERP systems, and AI tools. Strong background in forecasting, demand planning, and supplier performance management. Demonstrated ability to develop scalable processes and influence cross‑functional teams.

This role is located in Tempe, AZ. The environment is in an office setting in various campus buildings and athletic facilities. The role cannot typically be done remotely.

University Business Services (UBS) supports the New American University's vision of excellence, access, and impact by providing business services and solutions to the university. UBS is comprised of departments including Auxiliary Business Services, Environmental Health and Safety, Parking and Transit Services, Physical Security Initiatives and Emergency Management, Risk Management Services, Supply Chain Management, and Sustainability Practices. At ASU, we care about our employees.

We offer a total rewards package that includes:

• AZ state school tuition reduction for employees and their dependents and spouse; available on day one of employment.
• Competitive wages.
• Employee assistance for confidential and free behavioral health services.
• Generous accrual of paid sick and vacation time.
• Low cost dental, health, life and vision insurance benefits.
• Paid adoption and fertility subsidies.
• Paid time for professional development and volunteering.
• Retirement programs with employer match.
• Wide variety of employee discounts through ASU partnerships.

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This position may require driving. Employee must possess a valid US Driver’s license of the appropriate class and required endorsements throughout employment.

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