Planning and Sourcing Manager

Planning & Sourcing Manager

Alternate Titles: Supply Chain Manager | Procurement & Vendor Strategy Manager | Strategic Sourcing Manager | Fleet & Equipment Planning Manager

Location: Wichita, KS (On-Site)

Help Build the Supply Engine Behind One of the Fastest-Growing Testing & Compliance Companies in the U.S.

At PROtect, we’re growing fast, and that growth depends on having the right equipment, the right fleet, and the right partners in place at the right time.

We’re looking for a strategic, hands-on Planning & Sourcing Manager who can build smarter sourcing strategies, strengthen supplier partnerships, and optimize how our business deploys equipment, vehicles, and subcontractors across the country.

This is a high-impact role for someone who enjoys thinking strategically, negotiating smart deals, improving processes, and building systems that scale with a growing business.

If you enjoy solving complex operational puzzles and building supply strategies that directly drive company growth, we’d love to talk.

What You'll Do

Strategic Procurement & Vendor Partnerships

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies that drive cost savings, reliability, and scalability
• Negotiate contracts and pricing agreements with suppliers to maximize value
• Build strong, long-term partnerships with vendors and subcontractors
• Monitor vendor performance, compliance, and risk management
• Identify new suppliers and innovative sourcing opportunities

Supply Chain & Operational Planning

• Manage sourcing and logistics for testing equipment, inspection tools, fleet vehicles, and subcontractor resources
• Improve forecasting processes for people, equipment, and fleet demand
• Partner with operational leaders to ensure the business has the resources it needs to grow
• Support strategic decisions around fleet utilization and equipment deployment

Process Improvement & Business Strategy

• Develop KPIs to measure procurement performance and fleet utilization
• Use data and analytics to improve sourcing decisions and drive efficiencies
• Lead initiatives to streamline procurement and internal collaboration
• Partner closely with finance, operations, and sales teams to align supply strategies with business goals
• Build scalable systems that support rapid growth

What We're Looking For

Experience

• 5+ years of experience in procurement, supply chain, logistics, or sourcing
• Strong negotiation and vendor relationship management experience
• Experience working with ERP systems, procurement software, or demand planning tools
• Ability to analyze data and translate it into business decisions
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams

Skills That Set You Apart

• Strategic thinking with a hands-on execution mindset
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management
• Strong organizational and multi-tasking abilities
• High attention to detail and sound decision-making

Why This Role Matters

This role sits at the intersection of operations, finance, and growth.

The strategies you build will directly influence how efficiently our company scales—ensuring our teams across the country have the equipment, fleet, and resources they need to deliver for customers.

Work Environment

This position primarily operates in an office environment at our Wichita location with occasional travel and interaction with vendors, operational teams, and leadership.