• Develop and execute strategic sourcing initiatives across automation, robotics, conveyor, controls, software, installation, and engineered systems categories. • Establish and maintain strategic supplier partnerships with key OEMs, integrators, subcontractors, and technology providers. • Lead vendor management initiatives including supplier qualification, onboarding, segmentation, scorecards, and performance improvement programs. • Conduct recurring Business Reviews and executive supplier reviews to evaluate operational performance, strategic alignment, future opportunities, and risk mitigation. • Develop and maintain supplier scorecards measuring delivery, quality, responsiveness, engineering support, safety, warranty performance, and commissioning support. • Negotiate pricing, commercial agreements, milestone payment structures, service agreements, warranties, and other key commercial contractual terms. • Support pre-sales, estimating, and project execution teams by validating supplier capabilities, schedules, pricing, and operational risks. • Identify and mitigate supply chain risks related to lead times, tariffs, capacity constraints, labor availability, financial stability, and technology maturity. • Develop preferred supplier programs and sourcing strategies that improve operational consistency, scalability, and cost competitiveness. • Monitor market trends, supplier capabilities, and emerging automation technologies to support organizational growth and competitive positioning. • Ability to travel 15 – 20% as required for supplier visits, project support, factory inspections, business reviews, and industry events.

• Strategize and leverage multiple sourcing tools to identify and attract candidates for Department of Defense cleared engineering and non-engineering roles. • Screen and assess candidates to ensure they meet qualifications based on requisition requirements. • Must be able to thrive in a fast-paced environment, effectively multitasking and shifting focus as business needs evolve. • Utilize Workday and Yello platforms effectively. • Attend Intake meetings to define niche skill requirements, establish search parameters, and set sourcing priorities in alignment with hiring goals. • Accountable for ensuring sourced candidates are effectively transitioned through the recruitment process – from initial candidate engagement to offer acceptance – by partnering closely with recruiters and hiring managers.

Role Description KPI is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Director who is responsible for leading sourcing strategy, supplier relationship management, commercial negotiations, and vendor performance management across the organization. This role drives supplier partnerships that support project execution, operational scalability, margin improvement, risk mitigation, and long-term business growth. The position serves as a strategic leader partnering cross-functionally with Engineering, Controls, Estimating, Operations, Project Management, Finance, and Executive Leadership to ensure supplier capabilities align with customer commitments and organizational objectives. - Develop and execute strategic sourcing initiatives across automation, robotics, conveyor, controls, software, installation, and engineered systems categories. - Establish and maintain strategic supplier partnerships with key OEMs, integrators, subcontractors, and technology providers. - Lead vendor management initiatives including supplier qualification, onboarding, segmentation, scorecards, and performance improvement programs. - Conduct recurring Business Reviews and executive supplier reviews to evaluate operational performance, strategic alignment, future opportunities, and risk mitigation. - Develop and maintain supplier scorecards measuring delivery, quality, responsiveness, engineering support, safety, warranty performance, and commissioning support. - Negotiate pricing, commercial agreements, milestone payment structures, service agreements, warranties, and other key commercial contractual terms. - Support pre-sales, estimating, and project execution teams by validating supplier capabilities, schedules, pricing, and operational risks. - Identify and mitigate supply chain risks related to lead times, tariffs, capacity constraints, labor availability, financial stability, and technology maturity. - Develop preferred supplier programs and sourcing strategies that improve operational consistency, scalability, and cost competitiveness. - Monitor market trends, supplier capabilities, and emerging automation technologies to support organizational growth and competitive positioning. - Ability to travel 15 – 20% as required for supplier visits, project support, factory inspections, business reviews, and industry events. Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Business, Engineering, Operations, or related field. - 10+ years of procurement, strategic sourcing, supply chain, or vendor management experience. - 5+ years of leadership experience within warehouse automation, material handling, industrial automation, systems integration, manufacturing, or related industries. - Experience negotiating complex commercial agreements and managing strategic supplier relationships. - Strong understanding of automation project lifecycles including engineering, fabrication, installation, commissioning, and startup support. - Experience managing supplier performance programs and vendor scorecards. - Strong financial and commercial acumen including pricing analysis, margin impact, and risk management. - Experience working within ERP systems such as NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, or similar platforms. Preferred Qualifications - Experience within robotic warehouse automation or systems integration environments. - PMP, CPSM, CPM, or related certifications preferred. - Experience managing global suppliers and complex project-based sourcing environments. - Familiarity with contract requirements, liquidated damages, and project-based commercial structures. Key Competencies - Strategic supplier relationship management - Executive communication - Commercial negotiation - Cross-functional leadership - Vendor performance management - Risk mitigation and problem solving - Commercial and financial acumen - Project execution support - Process development and operational discipline - Change management and continuous improvement Benefits - Medical Insurance - Dental Insurance - Vision Insurance - Health Care Concierge Service - 401(k) Retirement Plan (Pre-tax & Roth) - Company paid Basic Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability & Long-Term Disability - Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance - Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness & Hospital Indemnity Insurance - Pet Insurance - Milk Stork Program - Wellness Program with gift card redemption and wellness challenges - Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & 10 Holidays) - Training & Development

Role Description As a Sr. Commodity Manager – Marketing & Facilities Sourcing, you will play a critical role in shaping how we partner with agencies, service providers, and facilities vendors across a global network. This is an opportunity to influence strategic sourcing decisions, optimize supplier and vendor performance, and drive meaningful impact across Marketing, Brand, Corporate Real Estate, and Site Operations. You'll collaborate with cross-functional leaders across Marketing, Communications, Legal, Real Estate, EHS, and Facilities Operations—bringing innovation, efficiency, and value to every partnership you manage. If you thrive in a highly matrixed, global environment and are passionate about driving strategic supplier relationships across both creative/brand spend and the physical workplace, this role offers both challenge and growth. What You'll Do - Lead Supplier Strategy & Relationships: Serve as the primary point of contact and subject matter expert for assigned marketing agencies, production vendors, and onsite facilities/service providers, managing end-to-end relationships and driving value across the supply chain. - Develop Commodity Strategies: Create and execute global commodity strategies for marketing services (agency of record, media, creative production, martech) and facilities services (janitorial, security, maintenance, capital projects), aligned with business objectives and informed by cross-functional stakeholders including Marketing, Brand, Real Estate, and Site Operations. - Drive Continuous Improvement: Partner with agencies and facilities vendors to improve quality, cost, delivery, and service performance while strengthening long-term supplier capabilities. - Negotiate & Manage Contracts: Lead complex contract development and negotiations across agency retainers, production/media contracts, and facilities service agreements, ensuring compliance with SOWs, SLAs, and terms and conditions. - Source & Qualify Suppliers: Identify and evaluate new marketing agencies and facilities service providers, conduct assessments, and build a robust supply base to meet evolving brand and site needs. - Monitor Performance & Accountability: Establish and track supplier performance metrics, develop scorecards, and facilitate Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs) with agencies and facilities vendors to drive accountability and continuous improvement. - Partner Across the Business: Collaborate with Marketing, Legal, Real Estate, EHS, and Site Operations to ensure alignment on sourcing strategies, supplier performance, and operational execution across all company locations. - Support Site & Workplace Planning: Integrate facilities and workplace service requirements into supplier agreements, including onsite staffing coverage, maintenance response times, and space planning support. - Analyze Market Trends: Stay informed on global market dynamics, including agency rate cards and production cost benchmarks, commercial real estate and facilities labor trends, industry benchmarks, and vendor consolidation opportunities. - Provide Direct Production Support: Support ad hoc sourcing needs across creative production, sponsorships/events, and onsite workplace services as business priorities evolve. Qualifications - 7+ years supply chain experience in Indirect Sourcing covering Marketing Services (agencies, media, creative production) and/or Facilities/Real Estate Services at a senior level. - Proven knowledge of agency and vendor management, contract negotiations, and compliance (SOWs, SLAs, licensing/usage rights where applicable). - Experience working in highly matrixed organization and delivering results. Preferred Qualifications - Demonstrated strong capability to drive change via collaboration across organizational levels, regional and global geographies and business entities. - Solid understanding of current marketing/agency market dynamics and/or facilities and commercial real estate trends, markets, and price benchmarking, with in-depth knowledge of domestic and international suppliers. - Strong leadership and communication skills that enable a strong Supplier Relationship Management process. - Understanding of vendor risk and quality management practices as applied to service providers. - ERP/procurement systems knowledge, preferably SAP; familiarity with marketing procurement or facilities management (CMMS/IWMS) platforms a plus. - MBA. - CPM, CPSM, or IFMA/CFM (Certified Facility Manager) certification. - Experience managing agency-of-record relationships and/or multi-site facilities service contracts. - Strong presentation preparation and delivery skills. Work Conditions - Remote working capability, with periodic onsite presence to support facilities vendor walkthroughs and site assessments. - Medium travel (15%, includes international and multi-site domestic travel). - Extended or irregular work hours.