The Procurement Manager for Indirect Categories is a newly created role designed to bring greater structure, discipline, and strategic rigor to our indirect procurement activities. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies that optimize cost, quality, service, and risk management across all indirect spend areas. This role will also be expected to shape and mature the function, partnering closely with manufacturing operations, maintenance, engineering, supply chain, finance, and corporate functions to establish robust processes and elevate organizational performance.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Sourcing & Category Management
- Develop and implement multi-year category strategies for indirect spend.
- Conduct spend analysis and total cost assessments.
- Run RFPs/RFQs and negotiate contracts.
Supplier Management & Performance
- Select and manage suppliers, KPIs, and SLAs.
- Lead supplier reviews and implement risk mitigation.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Partner with Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, Finance, and IT.
- Support CapEx and site expansion procurement.
Operational Procurement Excellence
- Standardize procurement processes and tools.
- Improve efficiency through digital tools and analytics.
Cost, Compliance & Risk Management
- Deliver cost savings while ensuring compliance.
- Monitor industry trends and supply risks.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or similar.
- 7–10+ years procurement/sourcing experience.
- Manufacturing/industrial background.
- Strong negotiation, analytics, and ERP skills.
- CapEx and MRO-focused experience.
- Master’s or procurement certifications (preferred).
