Strategic Sourcing Manager

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Job Summary: The Strategic Sourcing Manager (SSM) supports institutional procurement goals by applying sourcing expertise, data-driven analysis, and strong supplier engagement to deliver value across assigned commodity areas. The SSM identified opportunities for improved supplier performance, cost savings, and operational efficiency while ensuring campus end users receive high-quality, value-added goods and services. This role contributes to cross-functional procurement projects, supports campus stakeholders, and maintains high standards for compliance in purchasing practices. Who we are: Founded in 1824, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) is the first technological research university in the United States. We bring creativity, science, and technology together to address society's greatest challenges. We cultivate exceptional problem-solvers by immersing them in a culture of rigorous inquiry, disciplined practice, and hands-on application. Our strategic plan, RPI Forward, charts a pioneering course for the next era of RPI. Explore the RPI Forward plan. ↗︎ Nestled on a beautiful 275-acre campus in upstate NY, RPI is home to five schools, 32 research centers, three makerspaces, a...