Sourcing Manager- Procurement

The Sourcing Manager is responsible for driving value through the strategic sourcing of design and construction services for airport retail and dining projects. This role will lead the review, analysis, and optimization of construction drawings, ensuring cost-effective, efficient, and scalable designs that align with project budgets and operational requirements. The Sourcing Manager will collaborate with design consultants, architects, general contractors, and internal stakeholders to streamline scopes and identify value engineering opportunities early in the project lifecycle.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Review construction drawing sets and specifications for new and renovated airport restaurant and retail locations to identify opportunities for cost reduction, standardization, and constructability improvements.
• Track savings and design efficiencies generated through drawing optimization, supplier alignment and strategic specification selection
• Manage sourcing initiatives including RFIs, RFPs, bid evaluations, and contract negotiations related to design services across a variety of categories.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by implementing lessons learned from completed projects into future drawing standards.
• Collaborate closely with architects, engineers, and internal stakeholders to align project scopes with sourcing strategies and budget targets.
• Lead early-stage design charrettes and drawing reviews to ensure equipment, finishes, and materials align with pre-negotiated supplier contracts and value-engineered standards.
• Build and maintain relationships with external consultants and vendors to stay ahead of design and construction trends in the airport retail environment.
• Partner with Construction, Design, and Operations teams to translate functional requirements into optimized, scalable design solutions.
• Ensure that all designs comply with airport authority requirements, health and safety regulations, and brand standards.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong understanding of architectural and construction drawing sets, design development phases, and construction methodologies.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional design review processes and influence drawing decisions from a cost and constructability perspective.
• Exceptional organizational, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to evaluate design alternatives and interpret technical details in drawings and specifications.
• Experience working in highly regulated environments (e.g., airports) is a plus

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Supply Chain, or a related field required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in sourcing, construction project management, or design coordination-preferably in the airport, hospitality, or retail sectors.
• Experience working with CAD/Revit drawings and construction documents is strongly preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to work in office minimum 3-days per week
• Ability to travel occasionally as required by role

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