Strategic Sourcing Lead

About this role

Position Overview

At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We work together each day to foster an inclusive workplace culture where all of our employees feel respected, valued and have an opportunity to contribute to the company’s success. As a Strategic Sourcing Lead within PNC's Supply Chain organization, you will be based in Pittsburgh, PA, Cleveland, OH, Strongsville, OH, or Birmingham, AL.

As a Strategic Sourcing Lead within PNC's Supply Chain Management organization, you will operate as a senior-level sourcing professional, driving complex initiatives and shaping category strategies that deliver enterprise-wide value.

Key Responsibilities Strategic Ownership • Lead development and execution of category strategies aligned with enterprise objectives. • Drive complex RFx events from ideation through contract execution, ensuring strategic alignment and risk mitigation. • Act as a subject matter expert, influencing sourcing decisions and advising senior stakeholders. • Identify and implement innovative sourcing solutions and operational improvements. Cross-Functional Engagement • Serve as a key liaison between business units and Supply Chain Management, ensuring alignment and transparency. • Lead steering committees and governance forums to communicate progress and strategic outcomes. • Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to optimize performance and value delivery. Tactical Excellence • Negotiate high-value, complex contracts with a focus on risk management and compliance. • Oversee contract lifecycle management, including renewals and pipeline prioritization. • Support broader Supply Chain Management processes and enterprise initiatives as needed.

What to Expect in This Role • Daily: Manage multiple strategic projects across diverse business areas, engaging with senior stakeholders and driving outcomes. • Weekly: Facilitate project progress, lead governance meetings, and identify opportunities for continuous improvement. • Monthly/Quarterly: Present insights and recommendations to executive leadership, ensuring visibility and alignment with corporate strategy. ________________________________________ Key Criteria for Success • Proven ability to influence and communicate effectively at all organizational levels, including executive leadership. • Proficiency in leveraging technology platforms—including ERP, Source-to-Pay (S2P) systems (Ariba preferred), and risk management tools—to enable sourcing strategies. • Deep understanding of financial services industry products and services. • Advanced experience sourcing technology solutions (software, SaaS, infrastructure, network services). • Strong analytical and negotiation skills with a track record of delivering measurable results.

PNC is an in-office company that fosters a supportive culture where employees can thrive and achieve balance. We encourage candidates to connect with their recruiter and hiring manager to understand workplace expectations and ensure the role aligns with their goals.  

PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position.

Job Description • Supports PNC's Supply Chain Management organization by assisting in the research, evaluation, negotiation, and selection of suppliers to acquire high-quality, cost-effective goods and services. • Requests and reviews highly complex vendor proposals for goods and services. • Consults with vendors to obtain optimal pricing and contractual terms. Researches and negotiates complex organizational purchases. • Interfaces with internal stakeholds to interpret needs and determine accurate specifications. • Prepares supplier strategies, deal strategies, financial analyses, category strategies and other required artifacts in support of the Strategic Sourcing process. • Develops and monitors effectiveness of purchasing strategies and effectiveness; initiates departmental improvements as necessary.

PNC Employees take pride in our reputation and to continue building upon that we expect our employees to be: • Customer Focused - Knowledgeable of the values and practices that align customer needs and satisfaction as primary considerations in all business decisions and able to leverage that information in creating customized customer solutions. • Managing Risk - Assessing and effectively managing all of the risks associated with their business objectives and activities to ensure they adhere to and support PNC's Enterprise Risk Management Framework.

Qualifications

Successful candidates must demonstrate appropriate knowledge, skills, and abilities for a role. Listed below are skills, competencies, work experience, education, and required certifications/licensures needed to be successful in this position.

Preferred Skills Procurement, Purchasing Management, Sourcing Strategies, Supplier Management, Supplier Selection, Vendor Relationships, Vendor Risk Management

Competencies Accuracy and Attention to Detail, Business Acumen, Contracts Review, Cost-Benefit Analysis, Decision Making and Critical Thinking, Effective Communications, Industry Knowledge, Influencing, Negotiating, Procurement

Work Experience Roles at this level typically require a university / college degree, with 5+ years of industry-relevant experience. Specific certifications are often required. In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education, job specific certification(s), and experience (including military service) may be considered.

Education Bachelors

Certifications No Required Certification(s)

Licenses No Required License(s)

Pay Transparency

Base Salary: $91,000.00 – $139,000.00

Salaries may vary based on geographic location, market data and on individual skills, experience, and education. This role is incentive eligible with the payment based upon company, business and/or individual p

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