Procurement Category Manager, Indirect Materials

Overview Job Category : Administration Requisition Number : PROCU026972 Apply now Posted : September 18, 2025 Type : Full-Time Location : On-site Locations Showing 1 location Generous PTO plans, sick pay and health benefits Annual bonus based on employment standing* Work from home and hybrid model employment Corporate Social Responsibility Program Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Initiatives Confie Hub and Discount Programs (Gym Membership) Purpose Responsible for leading end-to-end sourcing and procurement activities related to the acquisition of goods and services of the Company within specified supplier categories assigned by the VP, Procurement. This includes developing and implementing procurement strategies, managing supplier relationships, creating and running bids and tenders (e.g., RFI/RFPs), negotiating contracts, partnering with the internal business owners to optimize cost, manage risk, drive innovation, and manage supplier performance across the supplier category assigned by the VP of Procurement. Provide thought leadership in analyzing spending, identifying preferred suppliers, and collaborating with internal departments to meet business needs Oversee all procurement activities within the indirect materials suppliers category, including but not limited to, real estate, facilities, construction, office supplies & equipment Collaborate with the Chief Sales Officer's leadership team to build a procurement strategy Lead all sourcing activities to select suppliers using data to assess the potential suppliers based on capabilities and costs (e.g., Total Cost of Ownership) Identify and source new suppliers and vendors. Establish and update an approved vendor database, manage the vendor selection process based on price, quality, support, capacity, and reliability Conduct regular assessments of vendors' performance and risk & compliance management Lead RFPs and conduct all vendor negotiations regarding contractual terms, payment terms, delivery, pricing, and/or baseline performance metrics Track key metrics and KPIs to monitor performance and reduce costs Develop and maintain constructive business relationships with key suppliers Coordinate with the Procurement Team on the receipt of goods and services to ensure timely and effective procurement Participate in the regular review and analysis of financial statements. Meet the Procurement Team's objectives by estimating requirements, preparing an annual budget, scheduling expenditures, analyzing variances, and initiating corrective actions Ensure procurement compliance with relevant regulations, standards, and laws Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies Utilize procurement management software Continuously monitor industry trends and developments Qualifications and Education Requirements Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related discipline 7+ years of experience in a procurement role, preferably in a management capacity Transactional procurement experience, bidding process, contract writing, supplier management, and administration Ability to analyze and manage contracts at all levels Excellent organizational skills Ability to identify issues through sound analysis and application of commercial acumen in all situations Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders simultaneously Strong negotiations and influential skills Expertise in a wide range of Procurement systems (e.g., Zycus, Coupa, SAP Ariba, etc.) and digital procurement tools to enhance operational efficiencies Intermediate to expert level understanding of software license metrics and software procurement trends Excellent written and verbal communication and stakeholder engagement skills Knowledge of emerging technologies, such as RFP automation Preferred Skills Professional certifications, such as CPSM, are preferred Other Duties This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice Qualifications Skills Behaviors : Motivations : Education Experience Licenses & Certifications Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr