Strategic Sourcing Manager, Corporate Services

Lincoln Electric is a high-performance industrial machinery and technology leader who helps customers manufacture and maintain vital equipment and infrastructure. Lincoln Electric's innovative solutions enable higher quality and productivity across a variety of processes including welding, cutting, brazing, machining, process automation, and field repair. The Company leverages proprietary technologies and expertise in materials science, power electronics, automation, and intelligent software to help customers build better and achieve resilience in their operations. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Lincoln Electric is the essential 'Linc' that keeps the economy running. The Company operates 71 manufacturing and automation facilities across 20 countries and serves customers in over 160 countries. For more information about Lincoln Electric and its products and services, visit the Company's website at https://www.lincolnelectric.com . Location: Euclid - 22801 Employment Status: Salary Full-Time Function: Supply Management/Purchasing Pay Range: $111,115.00 - $138,894.00 Target Bonus: 15.0% Req ID: 30177 Role Summary The Strategic Sourcing Manager is responsible for development of sourcing strategies, supplier management, and savings initiatives within the Corporate Services category for Marketing, Finance, Legal, and Environmental Health and Safety (including execution of IT strategic sourcing strategy for these categories). This includes supplier relationship management, alignment with business strategy/goals, and leading/participating in project initiatives that drive change. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership & Planning * Develop and lead the execution of the enterprise-wide sourcing strategy, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives, digital transformation goals, and operational priorities. * Identify and drive strategic sourcing initiatives that deliver cost savings, innovation, and improved vendor performance. Team & Stakeholder Management * Serve as a trusted advisor to senior functional area and business leaders, influencing decisions and fostering cross-functional collaboration. * Work with a team of sourcing specialists, who will support day-to-day sourcing/procurement activities and execution of the sourcing strategy. Vendor Decisioning & Contract Oversight * Facilitate strategic vendor decisions, including competitive bids, negotiations, and contract lifecycle management. * Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and risk management requirements across all assigned contracts. Process Optimization & Innovation * Champion the use of digital sourcing tools (eRFx, eAuction, spend analytics) and best practices to enhance sourcing efficiency and transparency. * Continuously assess and improve sourcing processes, policies, and governance frameworks. Vendor Risk & Performance Management * Assist with the implementation of robust vendor risk assessment and mitigation strategies. * Oversee strategic vendor relationships and performance monitoring. * Participate in the tracking of global KPIs for sourcing effectiveness, vendor performance, and cost/value delivery. Develop and track additional