Sourcing Lead III

The Sourcing Lead III is a strategic sourcing expert who leads complex procurement initiatives, advises client 

executives, and drives innovation and transformation. This senior role combines deep category expertise with 

leadership and stakeholder management to deliver high-impact sourcing outcomes and long-term value.

Essential Functions:

Strategic Leadership

• Design and lead high-impact sourcing strategies for complex, high-value categories.

• Align sourcing initiatives with broader client business objectives and procurement transformation 

goals.

Executive Stakeholder Management

• Build and maintain trusted relationships with senior client stakeholders and procurement leadership, 

such as VP, SVP, EVP, Head of, etc. 

• Present sourcing strategies, business cases, and performance outcomes to executive audiences.

• Influence stakeholders throughout key decisions and processes. 

Advanced Supplier Strategy

• Lead strategic supplier negotiations, including multi-year agreements, risk mitigation, and innovation 

- Develop supplier segmentation strategies and performance scorecards.

Thought Leadership & Innovation

• Identify emerging trends, technologies, and best practices to enhance sourcing effectiveness.

• Drive adoption of digital sourcing tools, automation, and analytics.

Team & Program Leadership

• Lead cross-functional sourcing teams and mentor sourcing leads at all levels.

• Contribute to the development of sourcing playbooks, governance frameworks, and client-specific 

practices

Department: NORTH AMERICA
Function: Human Resources
Experience Level: Mid-Senior Level