Sourcing Manager, Facilities AMER

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Job Description: Facility Category Manager (AMER & LATAM)

Do you have a passion for developing sourcing strategies that drive business value across complex, global organizations? Can you identify opportunities to optimize cost, performance, and supplier relationships in the Facilities Management domain? Are you a strong communicator who thrives on collaborating across cultures and functions to make things better?

We’re all about accelerating careers, delighting our customers, and delivering results. If you are too, then we have the right role for you!

Autodesk is seeking a Facility Category Manager to manage sourcing and supplier relationship activities within the Facilities Management category across the AMER and Latin America regions. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading strategic sourcing initiatives, developing supplier partnerships, supporting global category strategies, and driving cost savings and process improvements.

This role requires strong stakeholder management skills, a data-driven mindset, and the ability to balance regional execution with global alignment. You will work closely with the Global Facility Category Lead and the Strategic Sourcing team to ensure Autodesk’s sourcing strategy supports both operational and strategic business goals.

This position will report to the Senior Manager, Global Strategic Sourcing

Key Responsibilities

• Lead regional sourcing initiatives and supplier negotiations within the Facilities Management category (including Real Estate, Office fit-out, Maintenance, Workplace Services, and related subcategories)
• Partner with the Global Facility Category Lead to execute global strategies and ensure alignment across all regions
• Develop and manage a broad supplier base, conduct supplier performance reviews, and drive continuous improvement through scorecards and KPIs
• Manage the RFx (RFI/RFP/RFQ) process from initiation through contract award, ensuring compliance with sourcing policies and regional requirements
• Analyze spend data, market trends, and vendor performance to identify opportunities for cost optimization, process improvement, and supplier consolidation
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders across Real Estate, Finance, and Procurement to ensure cross-functional alignment and support
• Provide subject matter expertise on Facilities contracts, including commercial and legal terms (SLA, KPI, liability, indemnity, and service governance)
• Ensure compliance with company sourcing and procurement policies, escalating non-compliance when necessary
• Act as a trusted advisor to business stakeholders, offering strategic recommendations to manage risk and improve service delivery
• Support category management maturity by contributing to global process enhancements, tools, templates, and training
• Live Autodesk’s values

One Autodesk: "Fast or far, we go together."

Optimistic: "Believe in better."

Relentless: "Be unstoppable in the pursuit of results."

Brave: "Take smart risks and make bold decisions."

Ingenious: "Reimagine what is possible."

Trusted: "Earn and build trust through every interaction."

Education and Experience

• 8+ years of experience in Strategic Sourcing, Procurement, or Category Management, preferably within Facilities Management or Corporate Real Estate
• Proven track record of developing and executing category strategies in a regional or global environment
• Strong negotiation, influencing, and stakeholder management skills
• Excellent communication and presentation skills in English (Spanish or Portuguese a plus)
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field
• Procurement certifications (e.g., CIPS, CPSM) are an advantage
• Experience working in a multinational environment and across cultural and time zone differences
• Some travel may be required

Learn More

About Autodesk

Welcome to Autodesk! Amazing things are created every day with our software – from the greenest buildings and cleanest cars to the smartest factories and biggest hit movies. We help innovators turn their ideas into reality, transforming not only how things are made, but what can be made.

We take great pride in our culture here at Autodesk – it’s at the core of everything we do. Our culture guides the way we work and treat each other, informs how we connect with customers and partners, and defines how we show up in the world.

When you’re an Autodesker, you can do meaningful work that helps build a better world designed and made for all. Ready to shape the world and your future? Join us!

Salary transparency

Salary is one part of Autodesk’s competitive compensation package. Offers are based on the candidate’s experience and geographic location. In addition to base salaries, our compensation package may include annual cash bonuses, commissions for sales roles, stock grants, and a comprehensive benefits package.

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