Director of Strategic Sourcing Jobs in Colorado
Director of Strategic Sourcing jobs in Colorado are concentrated in aerospace and defense manufacturing, technology, healthcare systems, and federal contracting, with demand running from senior manager to C-suite across the Front Range. Denver, Colorado Springs, and Boulder account for the largest share of openings, where employers like Lockheed Martin, Raytheon Technologies, and UCHealth maintain significant procurement and supply chain operations. Category management, supplier diversity, and contracts optimization for government and commercial sectors are the most in-demand specialties for the role in Colorado. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Company: Air Squared
Title of Position: Strategic Sourcing Specialist
Position Type: Full time; Exempt
Air Squared Manufacturing, Inc. is an OEM manufacturer of scroll type compressors, vacuum pumps and expanders for the medical, aerospace, fuel cell and power generation industries. Air Squared offers exciting career opportunities working on projects including NASA MOXIE, Leading Electric and Autonomous Vehicle OEM, DOE Clean Energy initiatives ranging from nuclear fusion and the Advanced Research Projects Agency - Energy (ARPA-e), and other cutting-edge projects.
Pay Range: $90,000 - $125,000 / year, based on qualifications and experience
Company Benefits include:
- Health Insurance through Cigna (optional HSA plan with $10 per pay period matching)
- Dental and Vision insurance
- Long Term Disability Insurance, paid by employer
- Group and voluntary life insurance
- 401K Retirement Plan
- Safety shoe allowance
- 3-weeks PTO accrual and paid holidays
- Parental Leave
- Educational reimbursement
Company Perks include:
- Flexible 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off
- Catered company lunches on a quarterly basis
- Company Summer picnic for employees and their families
- Department activities budget
- Company Happy Hours, Trivia night and more
- Casual dress code
- Employee Referral Program
- Employee Recognition Awards
Strategic Sourcing Specialist Job Responsibilities:
- Manage all suppliers onboarding for new product launches
- Manage early project buying activities until transition to serial production·
- Develop and implement cost reduction strategies and projects for the best possible TCO.
- Participate in qualifying new suppliers and identifying alternate sources of supply.
- Maintain spending and savings metrics.
- Lead RFP/RFI, reverse auctions and other sourcing events.
- Lead Contract development and Contract negotiations.
- Review critical/strategic Purchase Orders for contract compliance.
- Perform contract reviews and participate in business reviews.
- Perform cost and scenario analysis, benchmarking, and forecasting.
- Estimate risks and apply risk minimizing techniques.
- Develop strategic and preferred suppliers, collaborating with Procurement and other stakeholders to manage supplier relationships.
- Develop and implement sourcing procedures.
- Crosstrain and provide support to other Supply Chain personnel.
Strategic Sourcing Specialist Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain or related field (preferred)
- 4 years+ experience in a sourcing role (required) in an ISO Certified manufacturing environment (preferred)
- Experience with planning and buying (preferred)
- Experience with Automotive Sourcing and PPAP process (preferred)
- Must be highly proficient in utilizing ERP Systems (Global Shop – preferred)
- Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
- Strong interpersonal skills to work with team members and suppliers
- Negotiation skills to work with suppliers and make better deals for the company (required)
- Must demonstrate strong PC and MS Office suite skills with an intermediate to advanced working knowledge of Excel (required)
Location: Thornton, Colorado
How to Apply: https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/All/1078af34-40eb-4989-83a3-3a2138324f69/Air-Squared-Manufacturing-Inc%20
Pay Range: $90,000 - $125,000 / year, based on qualifications and experience
For information on Air Squared, visit our website at https://airsquared.com/
If you need an accommodation seeking employment with Air Squared, please email Careers@airsquared.com or call (303) 466-2669. Accommodations are made on a case-by-case basis.
Air Squared is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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What Colorado Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in director of strategic sourcing jobs across Colorado.
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, or a related field required by most employers
- Seven or more years of progressive sourcing or procurement experience strongly preferred
- Demonstrated leadership of cross-functional sourcing teams and category management programs
- Experience with government or defense contracting and Federal Acquisition Regulation compliance
- Proficiency in ERP platforms such as SAP, Oracle, or Coupa for strategic procurement
- CPSM, CIPS, or equivalent professional sourcing certification valued by Colorado employers
Director of Strategic Sourcing Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a director of strategic sourcing in Colorado?
Colorado does not require a state-issued license to work as a director of strategic sourcing, so the path runs through education and credentials. Most Colorado employers expect a bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business, or a related field, and many prefer candidates with an MBA. Earning a Certified Professional in Supply Management designation through the Institute for Supply Management strengthens candidacy, and several years in category management or strategic procurement roles builds the foundation needed to reach director level.
Which companies hire director of strategic sourcings in Colorado?
Colorado director of strategic sourcing roles are posted by Frontier Airlines, DaVita, and CRUSOE and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Colorado's concentration of aerospace, defense, and large healthcare systems means many openings require familiarity with government contracting or regulated-industry procurement.
Which Colorado cities have the most director of strategic sourcing jobs?
Denver, Colorado, and Thornton have the most director of strategic sourcing openings in Colorado. Denver drives the largest volume because of its headquarters density across technology, healthcare, and energy, while Colorado Springs and Boulder draw openings from the area's aerospace, defense, and research institutions, including major government contractors and university-affiliated organizations.
Are there remote director of strategic sourcing jobs in Colorado?
Yes, and more than many senior roles, since strategic sourcing work centers on analysis, vendor negotiations, and cross-functional collaboration that translate well to remote or hybrid arrangements. About 29% of director of strategic sourcing openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting broader flexibility at the director level. Supplier relationship management and category strategy development are the functions most commonly performed off-site.
How can I get hired as a director of strategic sourcing in Colorado with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving from a procurement analyst or sourcing specialist role within a large Colorado employer into progressively senior positions. Companies like Lockheed Martin, UCHealth, and Xcel Energy regularly post analyst and associate buyer roles that build the category management experience required at director level. Earning a Certified Professional in Supply Management credential while in an entry role accelerates promotion timelines. Lateral moves from operations, contracts administration, or finance into sourcing also provide a credible bridge for candidates early in their procurement career.
Where can I find and apply to director of strategic sourcing jobs in Colorado?
Migrate Mate lists current director of strategic sourcing openings in Colorado, updated regularly from employers hiring across the state. Find roles that match your experience and location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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