Director of Strategic Sourcing Jobs in Minnesota
Director of Strategic Sourcing jobs in Minnesota are concentrated in healthcare systems, manufacturing, retail, and financial services, with the Twin Cities metro anchoring the largest share of senior-level demand. Minneapolis and Saint Paul account for most openings, with additional activity in Rochester and Bloomington, where employers like UnitedHealth Group, 3M, and Target maintain significant procurement and supply chain operations. Minnesota hiring is especially active for leaders with expertise in category management, supplier diversity, and complex contract negotiation. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position. These include labor markets and in some instances may include education, work experience and certifications. In addition to your pay, Target cares about and invests in you as a team member, so that you can take care of yourself and your family. Target offers eligible team members and their dependents comprehensive health benefits and programs, which may include medical, vision, dental, life insurance and more, to help you and your family take care of your whole selves. Other benefits for eligible team members include 401(k), employee discount, short term disability, long term disability, paid sick leave, paid national holidays, and paid vacation. Find competitive benefits from financial and education to well-being and beyond at https://corporate.target.com/careers/benefits.
About us:
Working at Target means helping all families discover the joy of everyday life. We bring that vision to life through our values and culture. Learn more about Target here.
Right on pace with Target’s distinctive and beloved retail brand, the Indirect Sourcing & Procurement Center of Excellence (COE) works across the business to maximize every resource, asset and relationship. We use good data, in-depth analysis and cross-functional insights to identify and communicate best practices, elevating our sourcing and procurement activities to achieve their very highest potential.
A role with Strategic Sourcing is a chance to positively impact several key areas of Target’s business. Your input will ensure that Target realizes the expected value from the terms of our agreements that comprise over $15 billion in annual spend toward innovative and
competitively priced goods and services. You’ll share and promote best practices across the company while developing deep category expertise and close client relationships. You’ll also collaborate with internal partners who use world-class sourcing tools and
processes, build total cost of ownership financial models, deliver operational leadership, and champion supplier engagement in order to optimize leverage for Target.
As a Strategic Sourcing Lead, you’ll act as a trusted advisor, independently leading sourcing strategies, negotiations, and category initiatives – consistently delivering on fundamentals and advanced sourcing techniques through the execution of complex and/or
ambiguous projects with tailored engagement models that deliver measurable and sustainable value for Target. You’ll own, grow, and proactively pipeline your book of business and will be accountable for driving strategy, execution, and results. You’ll lead cross-
functional project teams, shape sourcing approaches, and serve as the primary contact for complex supplier relationships within your portfolio.You’ll bring a consultant mindset to your work – identifying insights, building influence, and helping business partners make
decisions grounded in cost, risk, and operational impact. You’ll collaborate closely with legal, finance, business, and supplier partners to ensure sourcing outcomes are structured, intentional, and forward-looking. You’ll also help define and evolve Target’s sourcincapabilities and best practices by applying emerging skills in automation, market intelligence, and digital tooling, and drive change across your book of business with speed and agility. You identify and effectively manage a variety of conflict solutions.
Core responsibilities are described within this job description. Job duties may change at any time due to business needs.
Additional Duties & Responsibilities
Own and execute sourcing strategies for a growing book of business, including complex or highly visible categories
Lead cross-functional teams through project scoping, RFP development, supplier evaluation, and decision-making
Independently lead supplier negotiations and scenario modeling, incorporating TCO frameworks, risk mitigation, and contractual terms to optimize outcomes and generate results-based scenarios
Communicate sourcing strategy and recommendations using insights, visuals, and storytelling tailored to the business audience
Balance business and sourcing needs and working with speed and urgency
Partner with legal on contracting strategy, analysis, markups, & escalation issues – ensuring terms align with business goals
Mentor peers and team members (formally or informally), helping grow sourcing capability across the team
Track and report value delivery across projects and events, ensuring visibility to leadership and finance
Stay current on market trends, cost drivers, regulatory shifts, and macroeconomic indicators relevant to your space
Apply advanced use of data and analytics to forecast savings, identify sourcing opportunities, and assess supplier health
Champion integrity and ethical sourcing practices
About you
7+ years of relevant experience in sourcing, procurement, or business operations
Demonstrated ability to independently lead sourcing strategies, supplier negotiations, and/or project delivery
Proven success influencing business stakeholders and building trust in ambiguous, cross-functional environments
Experience working with suppliers, legal, and other enterprise partners to structure sourcing agreements
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including comfort with executive storytelling and presentation delivery
Familiarity with sourcing and contracting platforms (e.g., SAP, Ariba, Coupa)
Strong data literacy and analytical skills; able to translate supplier and financial data into business decisions
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
Strong curiosity, resilience, and comfort with complexity and change
Experience applying automation, AI, and market intelligence tools to improve sourcing outcomes and supplier insights
Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, hybrid, and global team environment, and ability to maintain flexible work schedule around sourcing events
Committed to ethical behavior, business integrity, and inclusive collaboration
This position will operate as a Hybrid/Flex for Your Day work arrangement based on Target’s needs. A Hybrid/Flex for Your Day work arrangement means the team member’s core role will need to be performed both onsite at the Target HQ MN location the role is assigned to and virtually, depending upon what your role, team and tasks require for that day. Work duties cannot be performed outside of the country of the primary work location, unless otherwise prescribed by Target. Click here if you are curious to learn more about Minnesota.
Benefits Eligibility
Please paste this url into your preferred browser to learn about benefits eligibility for this role: https://tgt.biz/BenefitsForYou_EAmericans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
In compliance with state and federal laws, Target will make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please reach out to candidate.accommodations@HRHelp.Target.com. Non-accommodation-related requests, such as application follow-ups or technical issues, will not be addressed through this channel.
Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position. These include labor markets and in some instances may include education, work experience and certifications. In addition to your pay, Target cares about and invests in you as a team member, so that you can take care of yourself and your family. Target offers eligible team members and their dependents comprehensive health benefits and programs, which may include medical, vision, dental, life insurance and more, to help you and your family take care of your whole selves. Other benefits for eligible team members include 401(k), employee discount, short term disability, long term disability, paid sick leave, paid national holidays, and paid vacation. Find competitive benefits from financial and education to well-being and beyond at https://corporate.target.com/careers/benefits.
About us:
Working at Target means helping all families discover the joy of everyday life. We bring that vision to life through our values and culture. Learn more about Target here.
Right on pace with Target’s distinctive and beloved retail brand, the Indirect Sourcing & Procurement Center of Excellence (COE) works across the business to maximize every resource, asset and relationship. We use good data, in-depth analysis and cross-functional insights to identify and communicate best practices, elevating our sourcing and procurement activities to achieve their very highest potential.
A role with Strategic Sourcing is a chance to positively impact several key areas of Target’s business. Your input will ensure that Target realizes the expected value from the terms of our agreements that comprise over $15 billion in annual spend toward innovative and
competitively priced goods and services. You’ll share and promote best practices across the company while developing deep category expertise and close client relationships. You’ll also collaborate with internal partners who use world-class sourcing tools and
processes, build total cost of ownership financial models, deliver operational leadership, and champion supplier engagement in order to optimize leverage for Target.
As a Strategic Sourcing Lead, you’ll act as a trusted advisor, independently leading sourcing strategies, negotiations, and category initiatives – consistently delivering on fundamentals and advanced sourcing techniques through the execution of complex and/or
ambiguous projects with tailored engagement models that deliver measurable and sustainable value for Target. You’ll own, grow, and proactively pipeline your book of business and will be accountable for driving strategy, execution, and results. You’ll lead cross-
functional project teams, shape sourcing approaches, and serve as the primary contact for complex supplier relationships within your portfolio.You’ll bring a consultant mindset to your work – identifying insights, building influence, and helping business partners make
decisions grounded in cost, risk, and operational impact. You’ll collaborate closely with legal, finance, business, and supplier partners to ensure sourcing outcomes are structured, intentional, and forward-looking. You’ll also help define and evolve Target’s sourcincapabilities and best practices by applying emerging skills in automation, market intelligence, and digital tooling, and drive change across your book of business with speed and agility. You identify and effectively manage a variety of conflict solutions.
Core responsibilities are described within this job description. Job duties may change at any time due to business needs.
Additional Duties & Responsibilities
Own and execute sourcing strategies for a growing book of business, including complex or highly visible categories
Lead cross-functional teams through project scoping, RFP development, supplier evaluation, and decision-making
Independently lead supplier negotiations and scenario modeling, incorporating TCO frameworks, risk mitigation, and contractual terms to optimize outcomes and generate results-based scenarios
Communicate sourcing strategy and recommendations using insights, visuals, and storytelling tailored to the business audience
Balance business and sourcing needs and working with speed and urgency
Partner with legal on contracting strategy, analysis, markups, & escalation issues – ensuring terms align with business goals
Mentor peers and team members (formally or informally), helping grow sourcing capability across the team
Track and report value delivery across projects and events, ensuring visibility to leadership and finance
Stay current on market trends, cost drivers, regulatory shifts, and macroeconomic indicators relevant to your space
Apply advanced use of data and analytics to forecast savings, identify sourcing opportunities, and assess supplier health
Champion integrity and ethical sourcing practices
About you
7+ years of relevant experience in sourcing, procurement, or business operations
Demonstrated ability to independently lead sourcing strategies, supplier negotiations, and/or project delivery
Proven success influencing business stakeholders and building trust in ambiguous, cross-functional environments
Experience working with suppliers, legal, and other enterprise partners to structure sourcing agreements
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including comfort with executive storytelling and presentation delivery
Familiarity with sourcing and contracting platforms (e.g., SAP, Ariba, Coupa)
Strong data literacy and analytical skills; able to translate supplier and financial data into business decisions
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
Strong curiosity, resilience, and comfort with complexity and change
Experience applying automation, AI, and market intelligence tools to improve sourcing outcomes and supplier insights
Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, hybrid, and global team environment, and ability to maintain flexible work schedule around sourcing events
Committed to ethical behavior, business integrity, and inclusive collaboration
This position will operate as a Hybrid/Flex for Your Day work arrangement based on Target’s needs. A Hybrid/Flex for Your Day work arrangement means the team member’s core role will need to be performed both onsite at the Target HQ MN location the role is assigned to and virtually, depending upon what your role, team and tasks require for that day. Work duties cannot be performed outside of the country of the primary work location, unless otherwise prescribed by Target. Click here if you are curious to learn more about Minnesota.
Benefits Eligibility
Please paste this url into your preferred browser to learn about benefits eligibility for this role: https://tgt.biz/BenefitsForYou_EAmericans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
In compliance with state and federal laws, Target will make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please reach out to candidate.accommodations@HRHelp.Target.com. Non-accommodation-related requests, such as application follow-ups or technical issues, will not be addressed through this channel.
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What Minnesota Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in director of strategic sourcing jobs across Minnesota.
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, or a related field required
- Seven or more years of progressive strategic sourcing or procurement experience
- Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional sourcing teams and supplier negotiations
- Proficiency with procurement systems such as SAP Ariba, Coupa, or Oracle
- Strong category management experience across indirect or direct spend portfolios
- Familiarity with supplier diversity programs and ESG sourcing principles preferred
Director of Strategic Sourcing Jobs in Minnesota: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a director of strategic sourcing in Minnesota?
Most directors of strategic sourcing in Minnesota reach the role through a combination of a bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business administration, or a related field, plus several years of progressively senior procurement experience. No state-issued license is required. Many Minnesota employers favor candidates who hold the Certified Professional in Supply Management credential from the Institute for Supply Management or the APICS Certified Supply Chain Professional certification, both of which are recognized by major Minnesota employers.
Which companies hire director of strategic sourcings in Minnesota?
Employers hiring director of strategic sourcings in Minnesota right now include Daikin Applied, Roers Companies, and Andersen Corporation, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Minnesota's concentration of Fortune 500 headquarters in healthcare, retail, and manufacturing makes it one of the more active markets in the Midwest for senior sourcing leadership.
Which Minnesota cities have the most director of strategic sourcing jobs?
Plymouth, Bayport, and Blaine have the most director of strategic sourcing openings in Minnesota. The Minneapolis and Saint Paul metro drives the bulk of demand because most of Minnesota's large corporate headquarters, including those in healthcare, retail, and financial services, are based there, while Rochester benefits from the presence of major medical and manufacturing operations that require dedicated sourcing leadership.
Are there remote director of strategic sourcing jobs in Minnesota?
Yes, and more than many comparable roles, because strategic sourcing work is largely analytical, negotiation-based, and systems-driven rather than tied to a physical site. About 50% of director of strategic sourcing openings tied to Minnesota are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting the desk-based nature of much of the work. Supplier relationship management and category strategy responsibilities tend to be the most amenable to remote arrangements.
How can I get hired as a director of strategic sourcing in Minnesota with little or no experience?
The most realistic path starts in a sourcing analyst or procurement specialist role at a Minnesota company with a large supply chain function, such as a major health system, a retail headquarters, or an industrial manufacturer. From there, lateral moves into category management or supplier relations build the portfolio needed for director-level consideration. Earning an APICS or Institute for Supply Management credential early signals readiness for strategic roles and is recognized by Minnesota hiring managers.
Where can I find and apply to director of strategic sourcing jobs in Minnesota?
You can find and apply to director of strategic sourcing jobs in Minnesota on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from Minnesota employers. Find a role that fits and apply directly to the employer through the listing.
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