Procurement & Vendor Manager - WSS

Overview Great brands reflect culture. The best ones help shape it. At Foot Locker, we’re rooted in sport, powered by style, and driven by the communities that move both. From Foot Locker and Kids Foot Locker to Champs Sports, WSS, and atmos, our brands sit at the intersection of sport, style, and self‑expression. As part of the DICK’S Sporting Goods family, you’re backed by the resources, reach, and career opportunities of a world‑class sports company. That unleashes Foot Locker to keep pushing forward with the agility and edge that define the brand. We’re looking for great people who want to influence culture and the generation that is shaping what’s next. Whether you’re building strategy, shaping innovations, or creating unforgettable customer moments, you’ll contribute to decisions and experiences that define our brands’ impact in the communities we serve. This hybrid position will be located at our WSS office. Expectations for hybrid in‑office schedule is three days a week: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. The Procurement & Vendor Manager will be responsible for managing the procurement processes, strategies, and vendor relationships within the retail corporate division across Facilities, Construction, DC, and Stores. This position leads and executes strategic sourcing initiatives, oversees vendor performance, identifies procurement opportunities, and collaborates with business partners to bring these initiatives to fruition. This role drives positive engagement throughout the department, focusing on value‑added processes and cost efficiencies. This role requires a proactive leader who can target impactful spend, and cash savings annually while fostering innovation, collaboration, and enterprise thinking. Responsibilities Procurement Processes and Strategies Partner with Senior Management to develop and implement comprehensive procurement strategies that focus on value‑added processes and cost efficiencies. Own and standardize the company‑wide contract review and approval process, ensuring consistency in terms, risk mitigation, and alignment with legal, finance, and operational requirements. Lead root‑cause analysis on spend inefficiencies, vendor performance issues, and operational bottlenecks; implement and oversee corrective action plans. Challenge the status quo by identifying non‑obvious savings opportunities, including spec changes, vendor consolidation, and demand management rather than just price negotiation. Provide leadership to the Procurement Team, fostering a high‑performance environment centered on continuous improvement and strategic thinking. Store Development & Facilities Support Partner directly with Store Development, Construction, and Facilities teams to support new store builds, remodels, and ongoing maintenance programs. Evaluate and negotiate multi‑year service agreements (e.g., HVAC, repairs, janitorial) with a heavy focus on equipment uptime and total lifecycle cost. Collaborate on value engineering initiatives to identify cost savings in materials, design specs, and build processes without compromising brand standards or durability. Financial Impact & Compliance Evaluate sourcing decisions through a P&L and ROI lens, managing the impact on both capital expenditure (CapEx) and operating expenses (OpEx). Support financial planning by maintaining a pipeline of savings and providing accurate forecasting for spend and potential market headwinds. Manage departmental financial processes, oversee corporate credit card compliance, and assist in streamlining travel and procurement policies. Influence and cultivate strong relationships across the organization and with key external suppliers to achieve enterprise goals. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education / Experience Requirements A bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, Finance, Accounting, or a related field is essential. A master’s degree in a related field is highly preferred. Minimum of 5 years of experience in procurement, vendor management, or a related field. Experience in the use of Microsoft 365 software a must. Experience with contract negotiation, vendor management, and strategic sourcing preferred. Other Skills and Abilities Ability to lead and develop team members while driving results. Strong communication and influencing skills. Ability to independently lead initiatives and manage multiple priorities. Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to draw sound conclusions. Self‑starter with strong attention to detail, initiative, and follow‑through. Ability to sit or stand for extended periods and occasionally lift up to 20 pounds. Ability to travel periodically to supplier sites, retail locations, and distribution centers (10% travel). Benefits The annual base salary range is $82,000 - $116,000 / year. This range represents the anticipated low and high end of the salary for this position. Salary will be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data. Salary is one component of the WSS total compensation package, which includes the below. Paid Time Off, Paid Parental Leave Life, Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage – Individual and Family Plans Self-Development & Recognition Programs Bonus Incentive Program Advancement Opportunities 401k Retirement Plan and HSA Contributions 30% - 50% Employee Discount – Friend & Family Events Community Engagement Opportunities WSS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr Foot Locker, Inc.