Project Sourcing Manager - Capital Equipment (Hybrid)

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Title: Project Sourcing Manager - Capital Equipment (Hybrid)
Duration: 3 Months
Location: Northbrook, IL

This role is hybrid on-site at Northbrook, IL corporate office (3) days a week.

Job Description
We are seeking a highly skilled and proactive Project Sourcing Manager to lead the sourcing of capital equipment for laboratory construction projects. This role will be responsible for managing end-to-end sourcing activities, ensuring alignment with project timelines, technical specifications, and compliance standards. A key focus of this role is to drive engagement with business partners and ensure adherence to established sourcing practices to optimize value, mitigate risk, and support strategic project execution.

Key Responsibilities:
Lead sourcing strategy and execution for capital equipment including lab equipment like Chambers, RTO, HVAC systems, and other infrastructure critical to lab construction.
Partner closely with cross functional teams including Business Facilities, EHS, Construction and Project Management teams to understand project requirements and align sourcing timelines.
Drive proactive engagement with business stakeholders to ensure early involvement of sourcing in project planning and budgeting.
Promote adherence to sourcing policies, including standard payment terms, contract lead times, and supplier qualification processes.
Develop and manage RFQs/RFPs, supplier evaluations, and contract negotiations to secure optimal pricing, terms, and service levels.
Ensure timely execution of MSAs, SOWs, and POs in alignment with project milestones.
Monitor supplier performance, delivery schedules, and quality metrics throughout the project lifecycle.
Educate internal teams on sourcing processes through playbooks, training sessions, and collaborative planning.
Create visibility into sourcing status and risks through dashboards, reports, and regular stakeholder updates.
Supports quality Audits at the supplier with a Quality lead

Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in supply chain, Engineering, Business, or related field; master's preferred.
3+ years of experience in strategic sourcing or procurement, with a focus on capital equipment or lab infrastructure.
Strong understanding of lab construction requirements and equipment specifications.
Proven ability to influence cross-functional teams and drive sourcing compliance.
Experience negotiating complex supplier contracts and managing vendor relationships.
Familiarity with sourcing tools and project management systems.
Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and analytical skills.
Experience in regulated environments

About us:

DivIHN , the 'IT Asset Performance Services' organization, provides Professional Consulting, Custom Projects, and Professional Resource Augmentation services to clients in the Mid-West and beyond. The strategic characteristics of the organization are Standardization, Specialization, and Collaboration.

DivIHN is an equal opportunity employer. DivIHN does not and shall not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status.