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.

At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are united in delivering the best experience for our customers and fostering an inclusive workplace culture where all employees feel respected, valued, and empowered to contribute to the company’s success.
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. This role is primarily based in Pittsburgh, PA, with responsibilities requiring regular presence in the office or field. Certain tasks may be performed remotely at the manager’s discretion.

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.
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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

• Researches and negotiates our most significant, strategic and complex sourcing initiatives related to major organizational contracts and procurements. These initiatives typically involve more time due to complexity and require high levels of strategic agility often interacting with multiple levels of executives across multiple lines of business.
• Prepares the most complex purchasing assignments having the most extensive business requirements and selection criteria.
• Consults with vendors to obtain optimum pricing and availability information. Researches and negotiates highly complex organizational purchases.
• Negotiates with vendors to obtain optimum quality, cost, terms, etc., in conjunction with contract construction to effectuate the potentially complex development of enterprise agreements
• Develops and monitors effectiveness of purchasing strategies an