Reporting to the Director of Procurement, the Strategic Sourcing Manager is responsible for developing and implementing sourcing strategies to identify and lead cost efficiency and quality initiatives. Analyzes information and processes, presents their findings and strategy to Procurement leadership and cross functional enterprise partners. Actively manages multiple highly visible, time-sensitive activities, effectively interfacing with all levels of leadership, and ensuring the sourcing process is strategically planned and efficiently completed to drive progress across sourcing initiatives consistent with San Manuel’s policies and objectives.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1.    Evaluates sourcing procedures and presents improvement strategies to Procurement and cross functional leadership teams. Drives collaborative relationships in order to gather feedback, understand issues, recognize opportunities, and influence category strategies.2.    Analyzes procurement cost and develops cost reduction strategies. Drives procurement decisions based on cost and scenario analysis. Analyzes spend, determines opportunities, develops negotiation strategies, gains alignment from stakeholders, leads cross-functional, category-based negotiation teams, and implements appropriate supplier risk analysis.3.    Facilitates and authors specific RFI/RFP documents detailing every aspect of the project, product, or service for the purpose of soliciting bidders as well as variable being vital to awarding the bid.4.    Interacts with stakeholders to source, develop, engage and lead supplier relationships that drive the greatest value in supplier quality, total cost effectiveness, enhanced service levels, risk management, sustainability, supplier diversity, and innovation.5.    Identifies and pursues ad hoc opportunities to reduce product/service costs and leads the implementation of operational improvement initiatives including leveraging the existing supplier base to appropriately consolidate services, reducing costs and improving enterprise agility.6.    Builds and maintains vendor/contractor relationships to eliminate inefficiencies in the supply chain, reduce total costs, and increase productivity.7.    Utilizes procurement tools and systems to create operational efficiency and visibility across the enterprise.8.    Performs other duties as assigned to support the efficient operation of the department.

EDUCATIONAL, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Economics, Finance, or a related field is required. 

• Master’s degree in a related field is preferred. 

• Minimum of six (6) years of professional work experience with direct hands on experience managing and executing strategic sourcing and contracting activities required. 

• Minimum of five (5) years of demonstrated expertise and performance excellence in strategic sourcing required. 

• Related, relevant, and/or direct experience may be considered in lieu of minimum educational requirements indicated above.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSA)

• Ability to work in a matrix, customer-oriented environment including cross-functionally, and seeks guidance when required.   

• Demonstrated experience negotiating supplier contracts and supplier performance management.   

• Must have strong organizational, customer service, and negotiation skills.  

• Positive communications skill, high energy level, continuous improvement mindset, and a sense of urgency are all integral to the role. 

• Must have exceptional analytical and strategic thinking abilities including the ability to use independent judgement. 

• Excellent team interpersonal skills and ability to handle multiple sourcing assignments while providing superior service. 

• Ability to uphold enterprise core values and set the example for confidentiality, impartiality, fairness and commitment to the highest levels of integrity, honesty and ethics. 

• Must have intermediate proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite. 

• Ability to read and comprehend legal documents. 

• Basic knowledge of the casino/gaming industry, suppliers, and cost drivers is preferred. 

REQUIRED LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS AND REGISTRATIONS

• At the discretion of the San Manuel Tribal Gaming Commission, you may be required to obtain and maintain a gaming license.

• Select One of the Following:

  • ☐ Authorized Driver: Role requires operation or driving of Tribe-owned vehicles or driving patron vehicles. A valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record as determined by the insurance carrier is required.

  • ☒ Driving Responsibilities: Role requires regular commuting between locations. A valid driver's license and vehicle insurance with minimum liability limits is required. Role will not operate or drive Tribe-owned vehicles or patron vehicles.

  • ☐ No Driving Responsibilities: Role does not require a driver’s license or insurance.

San Manuel will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with applicable law.

As one of the largest private employers in the Inland Empire, San Manuel deeply cares about the future, growth and well-being of its employees. Join our team today!