Strategy Jobs in Irvine, CA
Strategy jobs in Irvine are in strong demand, concentrated in the Irvine Spectrum, the Irvine Business Complex, and the Research Park corridor across technology, life sciences, financial services, and professional consulting. Employers hiring right now include AbbVie, Alcon, and Eaton. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Top employerAbbVie
Work type67% Hybrid
Top credentialBachelor's degree in business
Companies hiring12
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Manager Strategic Sourcing
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Advantage Solutions
Manager Strategic Sourcing
Irvine, California
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Manager Strategic Sourcing
Advantage Solutions·Irvine, California
Job functions:
$78k - $101k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree in business
10,000+ employees
Job Description
Summary
Manager Strategic Sourcing
Advantage Solutions is one of North America’s leading sales and marketing agencies specializing in outsourced sales, merchandising, category management and marketing services to manufacturers, suppliers and producers of food products and consumer packaged goods. The Company services a variety of trade channels including grocery, mass merchandise, specialty, convenience, drug, dollar, club, hardware, consumer electronics and home centers. We bridge the gap between manufacturers and retailers, providing consumers access to the best products available in the marketplace today.
We are seeking a highly dynamic Manager, Strategic Sourcing, to review and analyze global third-party expenses and identifies opportunities for cost savings and avoidance.They will be required to use spreadsheets to analyze data and build reports to be used in sourcing decisions. They will analyze changes or new requirements in third-party spend categories. The role manages relationships with manufacturers and other goods and service providers. They will be required to manage and implement sourcing projects and from time to time may be required to help manage and/or assist with projects from other departments.
Job Duties
Execution
- Manage various goods or service purchases for the Company to use.
- Responsible for obtaining quality products for competitive prices in a timely fashion
- Identify and execute savings opportunities for strategic sourcing categories
- Oversee and manage day to day operations of new and existing programs
- Analyze spend and manage the contracts, vendor relationships, internal operations, policies, communications and reporting for the assigned program
- Work with the Strategic Sourcing Managers and Analysts to solicit proposals and re-negotiate existing contracts upon contract expiration
- Assist and lead integrating future Company acquisitions to purchasing programs and processes
- Create and maintain specifications for the assigned program
- Perform category spend analysis and exception reporting for example, non-approved spend items, pricing discrepancies, minimum order charges, emergency order fees
- Facilitate feedback from divisional leaders regarding vendor performance and develop and implement actions to improve service and cost
- Actively manage the budget for all spend categories and work with company leadership to affect changes
- Identify, propose, implement and communicate opportunities for cost savings, operational efficiencies and policy changes across all sourcing expense categories
- Spearhead sourcing new spend categories as appropriate, including identifying new categories to source, identifying alternate suppliers, and negotiating new agreements
- Manage relationships with manufacturers and goods and services providers
- Partner with internal and external peers, staff, management and customers in order to maintain positive interpersonal relationships requiring negotiation of critical matters and promote improvement ideas that can influence decisions and encourage new ideas
Supervisory Responsibilities
Direct Reports
- Hires, retains, trains, coaches, guides, directs, and develops direct reports using company-wide processes, tools and resources
Indirect Reports
- May delegate work of others and provide guidance, direction and mentoring to indirect reports
Travel and/or Driving Requirements
- Travel is an essential duty and function of this job. Driving is not an essential duty or function of this job.
- Travel up to 5%
Minimum Qualifications
The following are the minimum job-related qualifications which an individual needs in order to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job
Education Level: (Required): Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience
Field of Study/Area of Experience: Business, Supply Finance or Economics
8+ Years of experience in Expense Management or Strategic Sourcing/Procurement
2+ Years Supervisor experience
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
- Analytical and Research skills
- Ability to direct, lead, coach and develop people
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Project Management skills
- Strong Prioritization skills
- Well-organized, detail-oriented, and able to handle a fast-paced work environment
- Strong computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook, and web-browsers
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Responsibilities
The Company is one of North America’s leading sales and marketing agencies specializing in outsourced sales, merchandising, category management and marketing services to manufacturers, suppliers and producers of food products and consumer packaged goods. The Company services a variety of trade channels including grocery, mass merchandise, specialty, convenience, drug, dollar, club, hardware, consumer electronics and home centers. We bridge the gap between manufacturers and retailers, providing consumers access to the best products available in the marketplace today.
Job Duty
Execution
- Manage various goods or service purchases for the Company to use.
- Responsible for obtaining quality products for competitive prices in a timely fashion
- Identify and execute savings opportunities for strategic sourcing categories
- Oversee and manage day to day operations of new and existing programs
- Analyze spend and manage the contracts, vendor relationships, internal operations, policies, communications and reporting for the assigned program
- Work with the Strategic Sourcing Managers and Analysts to solicit proposals and re-negotiate existing contracts upon contract expiration
- Assist and lead integrating future Company acquisitions to purchasing programs and processes
- Create and maintain specifications for the assigned program
- Perform category spend analysis and exception reporting for example, non-approved spend items, pricing discrepancies, minimum order charges, emergency order fees
- Facilitate feedback from divisional leaders regarding vendor performance and develop and implement actions to improve service and cost
- Actively manage the budget for all spend categories and work with company leadership to affect changes
- Identify, propose, implement and communicate opportunities for cost savings, operational efficiencies and policy changes across all sourcing expense categories
- Spearhead sourcing new spend categories as appropriate, including identifying new categories to source, identifying alternate suppliers, and negotiating new agreements
Relationships
- Manage relationships with manufacturers and goods and services providers
- Partner with internal and external peers, staff, management and customers in order to maintain positive interpersonal relationships requiring negotiation of critical matters and promote improvement ideas that can influence decisions and encourage new ideas
Supervisory Responsibilities
Direct Reports
- Hires, retains, trains, coaches, guides, directs, and develops direct reports using company-wide processes, tools and resources
Indirect Reports
- May delegate work of others and provide guidance, direction and mentoring to indirect reports
Travel and/or Driving Requirements
- Travel is an essential duty and function of this job. Driving is not an essential duty or function of this job.
- Travel up to 5%
Minimum Qualifications
The following are the minimum job-related qualifications which an individual needs in order to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job
Education Level: (Required): Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience
Field of Study/Area of Experience: Business, Supply Finance or Economics
8+ Years of experience in Expense Management or Strategic Sourcing/Procurement
2+ Years Supervisor experience
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
- Analytical and Research skills
- Ability to direct, lead, coach and develop people
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Project Management skills
- Strong Prioritization skills
- Well-organized, detail-oriented, and able to handle a fast-paced work environment
- Strong computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook, and web-browsers
Environmental & Physical Requirements
Office / Sedentary Requirements
Incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job. Work is performed primarily in an office environment. Typically requires the ability to sit for extended periods of time (66%+ each day), ability to hear the telephone, ability to enter data on a computer and may also require the ability to lift up to 10 pounds.
Job duties include additional responsibilities as assigned by one’s supervisor or other manager related to the position/department. This job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. The Company reserves the right at any time with or without notice to alter or change job responsibilities, reassign or transfer job position or assign additional job responsibilities, subject to applicable law. The Company shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable a qualified applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by the law.
Any estimate, schedule, or guideline provided to associates in this job description or elsewhere in connection with their jobs is only intended to help describe job duties and for planning purposes. Regardless of any such estimate, schedule, or guideline, associates must always record all time worked for our company (which includes but is not limited to on-site work time in an assigned store, office, or other work location; required waiting time; administrative time; and work-related travel time).
Important Information
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of associates so classified.
The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment practices without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, physical or mental disability, or any other category protected by law. As part of this commitment, the Company shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable an applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by the law.
Advantage Solutions
Manager Strategic Sourcing
Irvine, California
Added 5d ago10,000+ employees
Job functions:
$78k - $101k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree in business
Job Description
Summary
Manager Strategic Sourcing
Advantage Solutions is one of North America’s leading sales and marketing agencies specializing in outsourced sales, merchandising, category management and marketing services to manufacturers, suppliers and producers of food products and consumer packaged goods. The Company services a variety of trade channels including grocery, mass merchandise, specialty, convenience, drug, dollar, club, hardware, consumer electronics and home centers. We bridge the gap between manufacturers and retailers, providing consumers access to the best products available in the marketplace today.
We are seeking a highly dynamic Manager, Strategic Sourcing, to review and analyze global third-party expenses and identifies opportunities for cost savings and avoidance.They will be required to use spreadsheets to analyze data and build reports to be used in sourcing decisions. They will analyze changes or new requirements in third-party spend categories. The role manages relationships with manufacturers and other goods and service providers. They will be required to manage and implement sourcing projects and from time to time may be required to help manage and/or assist with projects from other departments.
Job Duties
Execution
- Manage various goods or service purchases for the Company to use.
- Responsible for obtaining quality products for competitive prices in a timely fashion
- Identify and execute savings opportunities for strategic sourcing categories
- Oversee and manage day to day operations of new and existing programs
- Analyze spend and manage the contracts, vendor relationships, internal operations, policies, communications and reporting for the assigned program
- Work with the Strategic Sourcing Managers and Analysts to solicit proposals and re-negotiate existing contracts upon contract expiration
- Assist and lead integrating future Company acquisitions to purchasing programs and processes
- Create and maintain specifications for the assigned program
- Perform category spend analysis and exception reporting for example, non-approved spend items, pricing discrepancies, minimum order charges, emergency order fees
- Facilitate feedback from divisional leaders regarding vendor performance and develop and implement actions to improve service and cost
- Actively manage the budget for all spend categories and work with company leadership to affect changes
- Identify, propose, implement and communicate opportunities for cost savings, operational efficiencies and policy changes across all sourcing expense categories
- Spearhead sourcing new spend categories as appropriate, including identifying new categories to source, identifying alternate suppliers, and negotiating new agreements
- Manage relationships with manufacturers and goods and services providers
- Partner with internal and external peers, staff, management and customers in order to maintain positive interpersonal relationships requiring negotiation of critical matters and promote improvement ideas that can influence decisions and encourage new ideas
Supervisory Responsibilities
Direct Reports
- Hires, retains, trains, coaches, guides, directs, and develops direct reports using company-wide processes, tools and resources
Indirect Reports
- May delegate work of others and provide guidance, direction and mentoring to indirect reports
Travel and/or Driving Requirements
- Travel is an essential duty and function of this job. Driving is not an essential duty or function of this job.
- Travel up to 5%
Minimum Qualifications
The following are the minimum job-related qualifications which an individual needs in order to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job
Education Level: (Required): Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience
Field of Study/Area of Experience: Business, Supply Finance or Economics
8+ Years of experience in Expense Management or Strategic Sourcing/Procurement
2+ Years Supervisor experience
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
- Analytical and Research skills
- Ability to direct, lead, coach and develop people
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Project Management skills
- Strong Prioritization skills
- Well-organized, detail-oriented, and able to handle a fast-paced work environment
- Strong computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook, and web-browsers
#LI-TS1
#LI-Remote
Responsibilities
The Company is one of North America’s leading sales and marketing agencies specializing in outsourced sales, merchandising, category management and marketing services to manufacturers, suppliers and producers of food products and consumer packaged goods. The Company services a variety of trade channels including grocery, mass merchandise, specialty, convenience, drug, dollar, club, hardware, consumer electronics and home centers. We bridge the gap between manufacturers and retailers, providing consumers access to the best products available in the marketplace today.
Job Duty
Execution
- Manage various goods or service purchases for the Company to use.
- Responsible for obtaining quality products for competitive prices in a timely fashion
- Identify and execute savings opportunities for strategic sourcing categories
- Oversee and manage day to day operations of new and existing programs
- Analyze spend and manage the contracts, vendor relationships, internal operations, policies, communications and reporting for the assigned program
- Work with the Strategic Sourcing Managers and Analysts to solicit proposals and re-negotiate existing contracts upon contract expiration
- Assist and lead integrating future Company acquisitions to purchasing programs and processes
- Create and maintain specifications for the assigned program
- Perform category spend analysis and exception reporting for example, non-approved spend items, pricing discrepancies, minimum order charges, emergency order fees
- Facilitate feedback from divisional leaders regarding vendor performance and develop and implement actions to improve service and cost
- Actively manage the budget for all spend categories and work with company leadership to affect changes
- Identify, propose, implement and communicate opportunities for cost savings, operational efficiencies and policy changes across all sourcing expense categories
- Spearhead sourcing new spend categories as appropriate, including identifying new categories to source, identifying alternate suppliers, and negotiating new agreements
Relationships
- Manage relationships with manufacturers and goods and services providers
- Partner with internal and external peers, staff, management and customers in order to maintain positive interpersonal relationships requiring negotiation of critical matters and promote improvement ideas that can influence decisions and encourage new ideas
Supervisory Responsibilities
Direct Reports
- Hires, retains, trains, coaches, guides, directs, and develops direct reports using company-wide processes, tools and resources
Indirect Reports
- May delegate work of others and provide guidance, direction and mentoring to indirect reports
Travel and/or Driving Requirements
- Travel is an essential duty and function of this job. Driving is not an essential duty or function of this job.
- Travel up to 5%
Minimum Qualifications
The following are the minimum job-related qualifications which an individual needs in order to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job
Education Level: (Required): Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience
Field of Study/Area of Experience: Business, Supply Finance or Economics
8+ Years of experience in Expense Management or Strategic Sourcing/Procurement
2+ Years Supervisor experience
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
- Analytical and Research skills
- Ability to direct, lead, coach and develop people
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Project Management skills
- Strong Prioritization skills
- Well-organized, detail-oriented, and able to handle a fast-paced work environment
- Strong computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook, and web-browsers
Environmental & Physical Requirements
Office / Sedentary Requirements
Incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job. Work is performed primarily in an office environment. Typically requires the ability to sit for extended periods of time (66%+ each day), ability to hear the telephone, ability to enter data on a computer and may also require the ability to lift up to 10 pounds.
Job duties include additional responsibilities as assigned by one’s supervisor or other manager related to the position/department. This job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. The Company reserves the right at any time with or without notice to alter or change job responsibilities, reassign or transfer job position or assign additional job responsibilities, subject to applicable law. The Company shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable a qualified applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by the law.
Any estimate, schedule, or guideline provided to associates in this job description or elsewhere in connection with their jobs is only intended to help describe job duties and for planning purposes. Regardless of any such estimate, schedule, or guideline, associates must always record all time worked for our company (which includes but is not limited to on-site work time in an assigned store, office, or other work location; required waiting time; administrative time; and work-related travel time).
Important Information
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of associates so classified.
The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment practices without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, physical or mental disability, or any other category protected by law. As part of this commitment, the Company shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable an applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by the law.
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Strategy Jobs in Irvine: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a strategy job in Irvine?
The strongest entry points are Irvine's technology, life sciences, and financial services sectors, where corporate strategy, business development, and competitive intelligence roles concentrate. The Irvine Spectrum and Research Park corridors are the densest hiring zones. Candidates who stand out typically bring cross-functional project experience, familiarity with market analysis frameworks, and exposure to fast-growth or regulated industries, since both scaled tech companies and mid-size life sciences firms are active local employers.
Which companies hire strategys in Irvine?
Irvine strategy roles are posted by AbbVie, Alcon, and Eaton and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Irvine's employer base tends toward established technology firms, specialty insurance and financial services companies, and mid-size life sciences organizations, all of which maintain dedicated strategy or corporate development functions.
Are there remote strategy jobs in Irvine?
Yes, though availability depends on the type of role. About 100% of strategy openings tied to Irvine are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how analytical and planning-focused work translates well to distributed arrangements. Roles centered on market research, financial modeling, and long-range planning tend to offer the most flexibility, while positions requiring frequent executive stakeholder interaction are more often on-site.
How can I get a strategy job in Irvine with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through a business analyst, corporate planning coordinator, or strategy associate role at one of Irvine's mid-size technology or professional services firms, which often hire candidates with strong analytical coursework or internship experience. University of California Irvine produces a steady pipeline of business and economics graduates, so employers are accustomed to considering local early-career candidates. Building familiarity with financial modeling tools and presenting a clear analytical project in your application materials gives a meaningful edge.
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