Mid Level Director of Strategic Sourcing Jobs
Mid level director of strategic sourcing jobs go to professionals ready to own sourcing initiatives end to end, lead supplier negotiations, and drive procurement decisions with limited oversight. Openings run across Manufacturing, Retail, and Technology & Software, with employers like Kroger, Amazon, and TE Connectivity hiring at this level now.
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Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Manager to support the continued expansion of our global data center infrastructure. As OCI scales its next generation of cloud data centers, our Global Strategic Sourcing team plays a critical role in securing the equipment, supplier partnerships, and supply chain capabilities needed to support that growth.
In this role, you will develop and execute sourcing strategies for critical data center infrastructure equipment, balancing cost, technical requirements, supplier capacity, and continuity of supply. You will partner closely with engineering, operations, and business stakeholders to evaluate suppliers, negotiate competitive agreements, and drive long-term supply chain improvements.
The ideal candidate brings strong strategic sourcing and commercial negotiation experience, technical curiosity, and the ability to navigate complex supplier relationships in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
- Develop and execute strategic sourcing initiatives that optimize cost, supplier performance, and supply chain efficiency.
- Manage supplier relationships, including supplier selection, performance evaluation, negotiations, and ongoing business reviews.
- Lead competitive sourcing activities, including RFx processes, supplier proposal evaluations, cost modeling, and market analysis.
- Negotiate pricing, commercial terms, and supplier agreements to support business objectives and long-term supply continuity.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to evaluate sourcing alternatives and influence supplier and equipment selection based on cost, technology, availability, and risk.
- Identify and mitigate supply chain risks related to supplier capacity, equipment availability, lead times, and delivery performance.
- Analyze supplier capabilities, market conditions, and cost structures to identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
- Drive process improvements and supply chain initiatives that increase operational efficiency, scalability, and supplier accountability.
- Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to support strategic business priorities.
- Communicate sourcing strategies, supplier performance, and business recommendations to stakeholders and leadership.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) or equivalent relevant experience.
- 5+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, category management, supplier management, or a related supply chain function.
- Experience negotiating supplier contracts, pricing agreements, and commercial terms.
- Strong analytical skills, including supplier evaluation, cost analysis, market research, and problem-solving.
- Experience managing supplier relationships and driving measurable improvements in cost, performance, or supply chain efficiency.
- Ability to collaborate with engineering, operations, finance, and other cross-functional stakeholders.
- Strong communication, negotiation, presentation, and stakeholder management skills. Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and make informed decisions in a fast-paced environment.
Additional Preferred Experience
- Strategic sourcing or supplier management experience involving data center infrastructure, electrical equipment, mechanical equipment, or other technically complex hardware.
- Familiarity with infrastructure equipment such as transformers, transfer switches (ATS), switchgear, UPS systems, power distribution units (PDU), busway, generators, or cooling equipment.
- Experience managing supplier capacity, long-lead equipment, supply assurance, or continuity-of-supply risks. Experience supporting large-scale infrastructure, cloud computing, or data center expansion programs.
Location : Nashville, TN | Austin, TX
Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Manager to support the continued expansion of our global data center infrastructure. As OCI scales its next generation of cloud data centers, our Global Strategic Sourcing team plays a critical role in securing the equipment, supplier partnerships, and supply chain capabilities needed to support that growth.
In this role, you will develop and execute sourcing strategies for critical data center infrastructure equipment, balancing cost, technical requirements, supplier capacity, and continuity of supply. You will partner closely with engineering, operations, and business stakeholders to evaluate suppliers, negotiate competitive agreements, and drive long-term supply chain improvements.
The ideal candidate brings strong strategic sourcing and commercial negotiation experience, technical curiosity, and the ability to navigate complex supplier relationships in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
- Develop and execute strategic sourcing initiatives that optimize cost, supplier performance, and supply chain efficiency.
- Manage supplier relationships, including supplier selection, performance evaluation, negotiations, and ongoing business reviews.
- Lead competitive sourcing activities, including RFx processes, supplier proposal evaluations, cost modeling, and market analysis.
- Negotiate pricing, commercial terms, and supplier agreements to support business objectives and long-term supply continuity.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to evaluate sourcing alternatives and influence supplier and equipment selection based on cost, technology, availability, and risk.
- Identify and mitigate supply chain risks related to supplier capacity, equipment availability, lead times, and delivery performance.
- Analyze supplier capabilities, market conditions, and cost structures to identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
- Drive process improvements and supply chain initiatives that increase operational efficiency, scalability, and supplier accountability.
- Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to support strategic business priorities.
- Communicate sourcing strategies, supplier performance, and business recommendations to stakeholders and leadership.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) or equivalent relevant experience.
- 5+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, category management, supplier management, or a related supply chain function.
- Experience negotiating supplier contracts, pricing agreements, and commercial terms.
- Strong analytical skills, including supplier evaluation, cost analysis, market research, and problem-solving.
- Experience managing supplier relationships and driving measurable improvements in cost, performance, or supply chain efficiency.
- Ability to collaborate with engineering, operations, finance, and other cross-functional stakeholders.
- Strong communication, negotiation, presentation, and stakeholder management skills. Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and make informed decisions in a fast-paced environment.
Additional Preferred Experience
- Strategic sourcing or supplier management experience involving data center infrastructure, electrical equipment, mechanical equipment, or other technically complex hardware.
- Familiarity with infrastructure equipment such as transformers, transfer switches (ATS), switchgear, UPS systems, power distribution units (PDU), busway, generators, or cooling equipment.
- Experience managing supplier capacity, long-lead equipment, supply assurance, or continuity-of-supply risks. Experience supporting large-scale infrastructure, cloud computing, or data center expansion programs.
Location : Nashville, TN | Austin, TX
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Mid Level Director of Strategic Sourcing Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level director of strategic sourcing job?
Position your experience around concrete outcomes: cost savings delivered, supplier relationships built, and sourcing strategies you owned rather than supported. Highlight your ability to manage cross-functional stakeholders and lead negotiations independently. Applications that show measurable procurement impact, such as reduced spend or improved vendor performance, stand out most at this level. Tailor your resume to reflect decision-making authority, not just task execution.
Which companies hire mid level director of strategic sourcings?
Companies hiring mid level director of strategic sourcings right now include Kroger, Amazon, and TE Connectivity, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Mid-sized manufacturers, large retailers, healthcare systems, and technology companies tend to hire most actively at this level, where dedicated sourcing leadership adds direct value to supply chain performance.
Are there remote mid level director of strategic sourcing jobs?
Yes, though remote availability varies by employer and industry. About 23% of mid level director of strategic sourcing openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, which reflects the role's ongoing mix of supplier site visits and internal stakeholder meetings that some organizations still prefer to conduct in person.
How do I move up to a mid level director of strategic sourcing role?
Progression into mid level typically comes from building a foundation in category management, supplier evaluation, and contract support, then taking on projects you can point to as fully owned. Demonstrating measurable cost impact, expanding your commodity knowledge, and leading smaller sourcing initiatives without close supervision are the signals that distinguish mid level candidates from early-career ones.
Which industries hire the most mid level director of strategic sourcings?
Mid Level director of strategic sourcing roles concentrate in Manufacturing, Retail, and Technology & Software, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because complex supply chains, high procurement spend, and pressure to reduce costs create consistent demand for sourcing professionals who can operate with real ownership and accountability.