Associated Bank

Associated Bank

Strategic Sourcing Principal

US WI Remote, USA · Principal

Sponsorship not specified$102k-$175kDetected 60 days ago
NegotiationSupply ChainProcurementLeadershipMentoringPublic Speaking

About the role

  • If you thrive in an environment where your growth and development are encouraged and supported, then Associated Bank may be the right place for you.
  • Associated Bank conducts a thorough background check on all new hires.
  • This is an opportunity to make a significant impact while helping shape procurement best practices and mentoring sourcing professionals across the organization.

Responsibilities

  • Lead complex, enterprise-wide strategic sourcing initiatives from category strategy development through supplier selection and contract execution.
  • Develop sourcing strategies that drive cost savings, operational value, and risk mitigation aligned with business priorities.
  • Partner with senior business leaders, Finance, Legal, Risk, and Compliance teams to influence sourcing decisions and achieve optimal outcomes.
  • Manage strategic supplier relationships to improve performance, governance, issue resolution, and long-term value delivery.

Requirements

  • 7+ years of experience leading complex strategic sourcing initiatives across multiple spend categories.
  • 7+ years of experience developing sourcing strategies that deliver measurable savings, value optimization, and risk mitigation.
  • 7+ years of experience leading commercial negotiations involving pricing, contracts, service levels, and risk provisions.
  • 7+ years of experience advising senior business stakeholders on sourcing strategy and procurement best practices.
  • 6+ years of experience ensuring sourcing activities comply with enterprise policies, regulatory requirements, and internal controls.
  • 5+ years of experience partnering with Finance to track savings and value realization from sourcing initiatives.
  • 5+ years of experience presenting sourcing strategies and recommendations to senior leadership.
  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
  • 5+ years of experience leading enterprise-critical sourcing initiatives with significant financial or operational impact.
  • 4+ years of experience working within a mature procurement organization with Strategic Sourcing and Procurement Operations functions.

Compensation

  • The pay range represents anticipated base pay for this role.

Benefits

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • 3+ years of experience working in a highly regulated industry such as banking, healthcare, insurance, or financial services.
  • Retirement savings including both 401(k) and Pension plans.
  • Paid time off to volunteer in your community.
  • Bonus benefits including well-being programs and incentives, parental leave, an employee stock purchase plan, military benefits and much more.
  • Personal banking, loan, investment and insurance benefits.

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