Supervisor Strategic Sourcing

Our world is transforming, and PTC is leading the way. Our software brings the physical and digital worlds together, enabling companies to improve operations, create better products, and empower people in all aspects of their business. 

Our people make all the difference in our success. Today, we are a global team of nearly 7,000 and our main objective is to create opportunities for our team members to explore, learn, and grow – all while seeing their ideas come to life and celebrating the differences that make us who we are and the work we do possible.  

The Strategic Sourcing Supervisor plays a key role in developing and executing sourcing strategies that support internal business needs. This role involves managing a team of sourcing specialists, building strong relationships with stakeholders and suppliers, and driving cost-effective, high-quality procurement outcomes. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker, effective communicator, and experienced leader with a strong background in sourcing and vendor management.

- Partner with senior leaders to align sourcing strategies with business goals.
- Guide stakeholders in making cost-effective purchasing decisions.
- Communicate sourcing goals, practices, and updates to internal teams.
- Participate in quarterly business reviews (QBRs) with stakeholders and vendors.

- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of sourcing specialists.
- Support talent development and succession planning.
- Delegate responsibilities effectively and foster accountability.
- Monitor team performance and provide regular feedback.

- Develop and implement category-specific sourcing strategies.
- Lead complex negotiations and manage high-value transactions.
- Conduct RFx events and manage contract development.
- Collaborate with legal, risk, and data privacy teams on sourcing processes.

- Identify and manage strategic suppliers across categories.
- Resolve supplier disputes and ensure contract compliance.
- Drive cost savings, service improvements, and process efficiencies.
- Provide regular updates on sourcing activities and financial impact.

- Negotiations: 30%
- Vendor Management: 20%
- Internal Customer Support: 20%
- Team Management: 20%
- Project Management: 10%

- Organizational Agility – Understands internal dynamics and how to navigate them.
- Cross-functional Collaboration – Works effectively across departments.
- Critical Thinking & Creativity – Solves problems with innovative solutions.
- Customer Focus – Builds trust and delivers value to internal clients.
- Drive for Results – Consistently meets or exceeds performance goals.
- Leadership & Delegation – Inspires and empowers team members.
- Conflict Resolution & Development – Handles performance issues and fosters growth.

- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field (Master’s preferred).
- 6–8 years of experience in strategic sourcing or procurement.
- 2+ years in a supervisory or leadership role.
- Strong negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.
- Experience with sourcing tools, contract management, and vendor evaluation.

Life at PTC is about more than working with today’s most cutting-edge technologies to transform the physical world. It’s about showing up as you are and working alongside some of today’s most talented industry leaders to transform the world around you. 

If you share our passion for problem-solving through innovation, you’ll likely become just as passionate about the PTC experience as we are. Are you ready to explore your next career move with us?

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