Manager Strategic Sourcing Construction & Facilities EngineeringShare by EmailShare on LinkedInShare on XShare on FacebookCareersSearch JobsManager Strategic Sourcing Construction & Facilities EngineeringApply Req. Number 25004881 Posted Date 9162025 Address 5130 Hacienda Dr City State Dublin CA Postal Code 94568Our values start with our people join a team that values youBring your talents to Ross our leading off-price retail chain with over 2200 stores and a strong track record of success and growth. Our focus has always been bringing our customers a constant stream of high-quality brands and on-trend merchandise at extraordinary savings. All while providing a fun and exciting treasure hunt experience. As part of our team you will experienceSuccess. Our winning team pursues excellence while learning and evolvingCareer growth. We develop industry leading talent because Ross grows when our people growTeamwork. We work together to solve the hard problems and find the right solutionOur commitment to Diversity Equality & Inclusion and our community. We celebrate the backgrounds identities and ideas of those who work and shop with us because our differences make us stronger. We strive to be a positive force in our community.Our Corporate headquarters are in Dublin CA we have 3 buying offices in key markets in New York City Los Angeles and Boston and 8 distribution centers nationwide. With 2023 revenues of 20.4 billion we are a Fortune 500 company who is committed to providing an inclusive work environment with continuous learning opportunities and development for our teams.GENERAL PURPOSE The Strategic Sourcing Manager will lead strategic Industrial Construction and Facilities Engineering sourcing projects for new and existing sites across Ross supply chain network. Their primary goals will be to help Ross mitigate risks procure materials equipment and services at the best value and be a strategic advisor to internal stakeholders. This person will work with stakeholders to define sourcing strategies and drive execution while identifying and mitigating financial contractual and implementation risks. As one of the primary vendor-facing associates this person will be responsible to act professionally and ethically in adherence with Ross values.The ideal candidate will have a background in industrial facility construction procurement sourcing with a strong understanding of construction cost estimation project management and contract management. To be successful this person will need to closely partner with cross functional group of stakeholders across the company and drive accountability towards deadlines. Additionally the candidate will have deep industry knowledge strong negotiation skills and a proven track record in managing complex construction sourcing projects.This person will be responsible for leading end-to-end strategic sourcing projects that involve tasks such as vendor research categorymarket research supplier rationalization clean sheet analysis market index analysis data analysis RFP development bid management tactical and strategic negotiations multiple offer analysis modeling TCO cash flow should cost recommended strategy and contract development. This role will also involve vendor management activities like spend analysis proactive identification of supply constraints and mitigation strategies as well as escalating and resolving vendor issues. This person must be comfortable managing multiple planned and ad-hoc projects at a time.Strong project management communication and prioritization skills are key in this role. This person will be expected to operate at both the tactical and strategic levels of the organization and consistently present findings and recommendations to an executive-level audience.The base salary range for this role is 108800 - 165950. The base salary range is dependent on factors including but not limited to experience skills qualifications relevant education certifications seniority and location. The range listed is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. Other rewards vary by position and location. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSDrive Strategic Sourcing and Sourcing Process Execution• Develop and implement sourcing strategies for Industrial Construction categories e.g. steel structures concrete MEP systems site services etc. and Facilities Maintenance categories e.g. conveyor systems fork trucks racking etc.. Analyze historical data to determine the highest risk and cost categories.• Partner with Property Development Engineering Project Management Legal Risk Management and Finance teams to understand project needs. Manage expectations and set achievable milestones to arrive at the agreed upon goal.• Develop and manage sourcing project timelines and lead socialization meetings. Update stakeholders regularly on project progress risks and mitigation strategies.• Identify evaluate and onboard qualified suppliers and contractors. Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure performance and compliance. Develop and monitor supplier KPIs coordinate regular QBRs and Top to Top meetings.• Support the budgeting process and develop bottoms-up quantity based estimates. • Develop RFPs and vendor response comparison tools quantitative and qualitative. Work with Property Development Engineering Loss Prevention IT and Legal stakeholders to understand requirements to be included in the RFP packages. • Manage competitive events or sourcing process end to end with minimal supervision. This would include market research RFP development internal and external communication management stakeholder alignment etc.• Conduct detailed market and vendor research to communicate findings through research summaries. Evaluate vendor core competencies and competitive positioning using open-source data and industry benchmarks.• Proactively identify alternate sourcing opportunities across multiple Construction and Facilities Engineering material equipment parts and service categories. Analyze market trends and cost drivers to inform sourcing decisions.• Drive cost savings initiatives through value engineering competitive bidding and strategic negotiations.• Create presentations to communicate findings and vendor recommendations to stakeholders to help with decision making.• Serve as an escalation channel for internal stakeholders to improve vendor service levels. Maximize Ross position of leverage in any negotiation scenario. • Support the Facilities Engineering team with sourcing requirements for Material Handling Equipment MHE repair refurbishment and replacement.Contract Development and Management Risk & Compliance• Mitigate sourcing risks through robust contract terms and supplier vetting. Ensure compliance with safety insurance environmental and regulatory standards.• Develop and review contracts with a critical eye to identify risks gaps and cost reduction opportunities.• Coordinate with Legal and Business stakeholders to follow-up on concerns relating to RFPs contract redlines supply issues.• Facilitate vendors understanding of Ross policies facility design standards service and quality expectations and Legal Cyber Security requirements.• Provide guidance on contract negotiations through a collaborative approach with stakeholders.Ad-Hoc Analysis and Project Support• Assist the supervisor in updating project roadmaps and savings tracking documents.• Develop PowerPoint presentations for internal stakeholder communications updates also review other team members deliverables.• Prioritize and manage multiple projects based on criticality and value add.COMPETENCIESPeople• Building Effective Teams • Developing Talent• Collaboration Self• Leading by Example• Communicates Effectively• Ensures Accountability and Execution• Manages Conflict Business• Business Acumen• Plans Aligns and Prioritizes• Organizational AgilityWith particular emphasis on the following specific position-related competencies • Analysis and Judgment • Drives Results• Influence • Technical Competence• Teamwork QUALIFICATIONS AND SPECIAL SKILLS REQUIRED• BABS in Supply Chain Construction Management Business Economics Finance or Engineering MBA or advanced degree preferred.• Minimum of 5 years category management strategic sourcing experience in Industrial Construction and Facilities Engineering. Multiple Construction and Engineering sourcing category experience preferred. • Minimum of 5 years of program or project management experience in a cross functional environment technical and non-technical teams• Strong knowledge of corporate finance - budgeting cash flow PL statements balance sheets.• Strong experience with construction cost estimating and budgeting as well as working with raw material market indices and determining fair purchase prices.• Proficient in reading and interpreting construction drawings and specifications.• Experience with Construction Management Software such as Procore as well as Sourcing Contract Management Software such as Coupa.• Familiarity with LEED OSHA and other regulatory frameworks.• Certifications preferred - CCPS CCM CPSM.• Consulting experience strongly preferred experience in retail is a plus.• Proficiency with contract writing and management strongly preferred. • Knowledge of DC Operations e.g. Receiving Sorting VAS PickPack Shipping• Strong Excel Pivots VLookups Data Tables and PowerPoint skills.• Experience in working with raw material market indices and determining fair purchase prices.• Must have a data driven approach to solving problems.• Must be inquisitive to learn the business and ways of working before recommending improvements.• Requires very strong quantitative skills and experience structuring ambiguous problems.• Must have very close attention to detail and the drive to achieve accurate results with minimal supervision. Must evaluate all vendor material and contracts with a critical eye to identify risks to Ross.• Must be able to multi-task prioritize work independently and keep a high level of focus.• Must be able to listen understand and communicate with employees at all levels of the company. Requires strong written and verbal business communication skills. • Needs to be able to build effective working relationships within Ross and drive continuous improvement.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSADAJob requires ability to work in an office environment primarily on a computer. Requires sitting standing walking hearing talking on the telephone attending in-person meetings typing and working with paperfiles etc. Consistent timeliness and regular attendance. Vision requirements Ability to see information in print andor electronically.This role requires regular in-office presence including occasional travel to other Ross facilities engage in in-person team interaction meetings and collaboration client support mentoring coaching andor feedback. However this role can perform duties effectively using a combination of in-office and remote work. LI-HybridSUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESNoneDISCLAIMERThis job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at managements discretion.Ross is an equal employment opportunity employer. We consider individuals for employment or promotion according to their skills abilities and experience. We believe that it is an essential part of the Companys overall commitment to attract hire and develop a strong talented and diverse workforce. Ross is committed to complying with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race color religious creed age national origin ancestry physical mental or developmental disability sex which includes pregnancy childbirth breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy childbirth or breastfeeding veteran status military status marital or registered domestic partnership status medical condition including cancer or genetic characteristics genetic information gender gender identity gender expression sexual orientation as well as any other category protected by federal state or local laws. ApplyManager Strategic Sourcing5130 Hacienda DrDublinCA Manager Strategic Sourcing IT5130 Hacienda DrDublinCA Director Strategic Sourcing Store Operations5130 Hacienda DrDublinCA