Sourcing Senior Manager - Professional Services

Req ID: 11617

Work Flexibility: Flexible

Acuity Inc. (NYSE: AYI) is a market-leading industrial technology company. We use technology to solve problems in spaces, light and more things to come. Through our two business segments, Acuity Brands Lighting (ABL) and Acuity Intelligent Spaces (AIS), we design, manufacture, and bring to market products and services that make a valuable difference in people’s lives.

We achieve growth through the development of innovative new products and services, including lighting, lighting controls, building management solutions, and an audio, video and control platform. We focus on customer outcomes and drive growth and productivity to increase market share and deliver superior returns. We look to aggressively deploy capital to grow the business and to enter attractive new verticals.

Acuity Inc. is based in Atlanta, Georgia, with operations across North America, Europe and Asia. The Company is powered by approximately 13,000 dedicated and talented associates. Visit us at www.acuityinc.com.

Job Summary

As a Professional Services Sourcing Manager, you will play a key role in shaping Acuity’s global professional services strategy. In this role, you’ll lead sourcing and supplier management across consulting, staff augmentation, temporary labor, and recruitment agencies, ensuring the business has access to the right partners at the right value. You’ll be trusted to drive supplier renewals, lead strategic sourcing initiatives for new needs, and bring category strategies to life in collaboration with cross-functional partners. This is an exciting opportunity to make a global impact, grow your expertise in strategic sourcing, and influence how Acuity engages with its most critical professional services partners. business segments and functions.

Key Responsablities

Negotiate and renew contracts for company‑wide software agreements (45%)

Align with process partners on contract terms, timelines, and vendor performance.
Collaborate with Finance and Legal to ensure compliance with Acuity’s corporate standards and reporting requirements.

Support sourcing of new requirements (30%)

Collaborate with stakeholders to define scope, conduct market analysis, and execute RF(x) processes.
Lead vendor selection, negotiation, and contracting, ensuring smooth implementation and proper vendor SLA management.

Forecast costs and develop budgets (10%)

Work with Finance and business leaders to establish a 12‑month projection.
Enhance analytical capabilities to optimize cost management and forecast accuracy.

Contribute to category strategy and support analysis (10%)

Analyze contract terms and category plans to identify opportunities.
Research emerging technologies and trends to inform the sourcing strategy.
Map applications across the organization to identify consolidation opportunities and synergies.

Invest in professional and team development (5%)

Improve individual skills while supporting the growth and capability development of colleagues and process partners.

Skills and Minimum Experience Required

Minimum 5 years in procurement, sourcing, or a related field.
Program Experience: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel required; Power BI and Power Apps preferred).
Language Experience: English.
CPSM Certification (a plus). In-depth knowledge of the strategic sourcing process, with proven experience leading cross-functional initiatives.
Strong track record of negotiating contracts in consulting, staff augmentation, temporary labor, and recruitment services.
Advanced data analysis capabilities with the ability to generate actionable insights.
Demonstrated expertise in negotiation, leadership, and strategic thinking. Strong written and verbal communication, presentation, and organizational skills.
Curiosity, problem-solving ability, and a creative, collaborative growth mindset.

Travel Requirements

National and/or international travel up to 10%

We value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, ethnicity or national origin, disability, pregnancy, religion, covered veteran status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

Accommodation for Applicants with Disabilities:  As an equal opportunity employer, Acuity Inc. is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in its application process for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you have difficulty using our online system due to a disability and need an accommodation, you may contact us at (770) 922-9000, select option 4.  Please clearly indicate what type of accommodation you are requesting and for what requisition. 

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