Strategic Sourcing Lead

itial bid analysis for sourcing events.

• Initiates vendor outreach and develops vendor list for sourcing events.

• Sets up sourcing events using appropriate E-Sourcing tools and processes.

• Owns and updates ESS and business partners on sourcing project updates and status of initiatives.

• Negotiates, processes and executes vendor NDA's and Master Agreements, while adhering to financial policies and compliance requirements.

• Drafts and develops Statement of Work (SOWs) with the outline of technical requirements for sourcing projects and RFX events.

• Coordinates necessary documentation and process for vendor on-boarding.

• Expected to interface frequently with customers regarding project updates and status.

• Builds and maintains effective customer relationships.

• Individual Contributor

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree Business, Engineering, Science, or related field and 3-5 Years Bachelor's degree in business, finance, engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience in lieu of a bachelor's degree.

• 2+ Years sourcing, market intelligence or vendor management experience. Experience in procurement, Supply Chain, Sales, Finance or similar work with an emphasis on sourcing, negotiations, and contracting

• 3+ years business experience

• Knowledge and experience using E-sourcing tools

• Financial and business acumen

• Experience with financial data analysis, strong PowerPoint and Excel skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's Degree Business, Engineering, Science, or related field MBA, JD, MS, ME

• Project management skills

• Negotiation experience

About Lowe's

Lowe's is a FORTUNE® 100 home improvement company serving approximately 16 million customer transactions a week in the United States. With total fiscal year 2024 sales of more than $83 billion, Lowe's operates over 1,700 home improvement stores and employs approximately 300,000 associates. Based in Mooresville, N.C., Lowe's supports the communities it serves through programs focused on creating safe, affordable housing, improving community spaces, helping to develop the next generation of skilled trade experts and providing disaster relief to communities in need. For more information, visit Lowes.com.

Lowe's is an equal opportunity employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.
Starting rate of pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, position offered, location, education, training, and/or experience. For information regarding our benefit programs and eligibility, please visit https://talent.lowes.com/us/en/benefits.