Indirect Procurement Manager

Indirect Procurement ManagerThis position will have direct accountability for indirect spend across Winland sites in the United States and Canada. Reporting to the Director of Indirect Procurement, the position is responsible for strategic sourcing activities for Winland's Indirect Materials and Services spend, with the goal of achieving significant cost reductions, while maintaining/improving product quality and vendor service levels.Employee Type: Full timeLocation: IL Oak BrookJob Type: Supply Chain ProcurementJob Description:Schedule: Remote Monday and Friday; In office Tuesday to ThursdayWork Location: Oak Brook, IL location preferred; remote locations will be consideredBenefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with match, STD/LTD/AD&D/Life, HSA, FSA, EAP, Hospital indemnity, Accident Insurance, Identity and Fraud Protection Plan, Legal, and Critical Illness.Salary, based on experience and other qualifications: $93k to $138k Annually with additional bonus potentialOversees and executes activities related to procurement of indirect materials and services, from intent to purchase through to delivery of projectManages vendor selection and negotiation process for indirect vendorsIdentifies, selects, and maintains suppliers that provide high quality products and services at a competitive price while meeting Winland's Supplier Code of ConductPrepare and review proposal requests, contracts, bids, and agreements for correctness of terms and prices, and acceptability of specificationsCommunicates actively with all stakeholders to ensure alignment and performance management of the categoryEnsures categories are contracted in line with the sourcing strategyDirectly solves operational issues with indirect vendorsReviews and resolves indirect vendor claims and contracts for conformancePrepares and issues purchase contracts and change noticesEnsures alignment with Procurement strategies and ways of working (where applicable)Understands the impact of long-term running cost and the engagement of business to minimize costs at an early stageDetermine and implement KPIs that can be used to measure Indirect spend performanceRequired Skills/Abilities:Experience analyzing and improving complex supply chain data, information and processesHigh-level understanding of all aspects of indirect supply chain processesExcellent interpersonal written and speaking skillsExcellent organizational skills and attention to detailExcellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlinesStrong analytical, problem-solving, and negotiating skillsStrong critical thinking skills, ability to exercise independent judgment and manage complexity and ambiguityHigh degree of professionalism and a strong sense of ownershipIndependently motivated and autonomous; ability to make things happenAbility to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environmentAdvanced skills in Microsoft Office (Excel and PowerPoint)Familiarity and general aptitude for ERP systems (SAP) is preferredEEO Statement:Winland Foods seeks to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool, and as a global company we believe our success is enhanced by fostering equity and inclusion in the workplace. Therefore, Winland Foods is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.