Strategic Sourcing Manager (Individual Contributor)

PS Seasonings Iron Ridge, Wisconsin, United States Strategy/Planning

About this position

We’re hiring a Strategic Sourcing Manager to own sourcing strategy across ingredients, packaging, and indirect materials. This is a senior individual contributor role with real decision-making authority—ideal for someone who wants hands-on strategic impact without people management.

Why This Role

  • Own sourcing strategy that directly impacts cost, margin, and supply continuity

  • Lead supplier negotiations, contracts, and cost initiatives

  • Influence decisions across Procurement, R&D, Quality, Finance, and Operations

  • Senior-level scope with autonomy and visibility

What You’ll Do

  • Develop and execute sourcing strategies to reduce total cost of ownership

  • Lead supplier negotiations on pricing, terms, lead times, and service levels

  • Analyze commodity and market trends to identify cost-saving opportunities

  • Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers to strengthen supply resilience

  • Manage supplier performance, contracts, and risk mitigation plans

  • Support new product development through cross-functional collaboration

What We’re Looking For

  • 5+ years of sourcing or procurement experience (food, CPG, ingredients, or packaging preferred)

  • Strong negotiation skills with a track record of cost savings

  • Experience managing supplier relationships and contracts

  • Analytical mindset with Excel and ERP/MRP proficiency

  • Comfortable working cross-functionally and influencing outcomes

  • CPSM, CSCP, or similar certification is a plus

Why Join

  • Senior impact without people management

  • True ownership of suppliers, negotiations, and sourcing strategy

  • Opportunity to drive meaningful cost savings and supply stability

  • Work that directly supports business growth and margin improvement