Procurement Manager

Downers Grove, 3333 Finley Rd, Downers Grove, Illinois, United States of America Job Description Posted Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 5:00 AM The Procurement Manager – Indirect Spend is accountable for the strategic management of Maker’s Pride’s indirect spend portfolio, with direct ownership across three core category pillars: Maintenance, Repair & Operations (MRO); Facilities Management; and Corporate Services. This role leads the full category management lifecycle — from spend analysis and sourcing strategy through supplier relationship management, contract governance, and performance measurement — across manufacturing sites and corporate offices. The Procurement Manager will serve as a trusted business partner to cross-functional stakeholders, bringing market expertise, commercial rigor, and a continuous improvement mindset to reduce total cost of ownership, mitigate supply risk, and elevate service levels across indirect categories. This position reports to the Director of Procurement and plays a key leadership role in building procurement maturity and value delivery across the organization. This is a hybrid position. This person must be willing to come into the office 4 days a week (one week each month can be remote). This role has full procurement accountability for the following: Category Pillar Scope Includes MRO Maintenance parts & consumables, repair services, industrial supplies, tooling, safety equipment, OEM/aftermarket parts management, VMI/storeroom optimization Facilities Management Janitorial & sanitation services, HVAC, electrical & mechanical maintenance, waste management, pest control, landscaping, utilities management Corporate Services Office supplies & furniture, business travel & expense, fleet, professional services, print & marketing services, temporary staffing, employee amenities Key Responsibilities Category Strategy & Management Own and drive the end-to-end category management strategy for MRO, Facilities Management, and Corporate Services — from baseline spend analysis through strategic sourcing, contracting, and ongoing supplier governance Build and maintain category profiles, including spend mapping, supply market analysis, risk assessment, and total cost of ownership (TCO) modeling Develop multi-year category roadmaps aligned to operational priorities, cost targets, and business growth plans Benchmark category performance against industry best practices and drive continuous improvement initiatives Partner with Finance to establish spend baselines, validate savings, and align category plans to annual and long-range financial budgets Strategic Sourcing Lead and execute competitive sourcing events (RFx, reverse auctions, negotiations) for priority indirect categories, leveraging cross-functional teams and market intelligence Drive consolidation of fragmented supplier bases to maximize leverage, reduce complexity, and improve service consistency Identify and capture cost reduction, cost avoidance, and value engineering opportunities across managed spend Serve as the primary procurement contact for strategic indirect suppliers across MRO, Facilities, and Corporate Services categories Establish and manage a formal SRM program: define KPIs and SLAs, conduct regular business reviews, resolve performance gaps, and develop joint value creation plans Manage supply risk across the indirect portfolio, including supplier financial health monitoring, business continuity planning, and contingency sourcing Drive supplier development activities to improve quality, delivery, and innovation across the supply base Contract & Compliance Management Lead contract negotiations and manage the full contract lifecycle for indirect categories, including MSAs, SOWs, and pricing agreements Ensure compliance with Maker’s Pride procurement policies, processes, and preferred supplier programs across all sites Maintain accurate contract repositories and proactively manage renewals, escalations, and expiration timelines Bring governance and controls to critical third-party relationships; ensure supplier agreements include appropriate risk, liability, and performance provisions Stakeholder Partnership & Business Engagement Act as a strategic procurement business partner to Operations, Maintenance, Facilities, HR, Finance, and other functional leaders Translate business requirements into procurement strategies; engage stakeholders early in sourcing processes to ensure category strategies reflect operational needs and site-level priorities Lead and facilitate cross-functional category teams to drive alignment, decision-making, and execution of sourcing initiatives Communicate category performance, savings delivery, and risk updates to leadership through structured reporting and business reviews Procure-to-Pay (P2P) Management Own and optimize the end-to-end P2P process for indirect categories, from purchase requisition and PO issuance through goods/service receipt, invoice matching, and payment resolution Partner with Accounts Payable, Finance, and IT to ensure P2P workflows in SAP are properly configured, compliant, and aligned with procurement policy for indirect spend Drive adoption of preferred purchasing channels (catalogs, blanket POs, standing orders) to reduce maverick spend and improve process efficiency across sites Monitor and improve P2P compliance metrics including PO coverage rate, on-contract spend, and requisition-to-PO cycle times; report results to stakeholders and leadership Identify and resolve invoice discrepancies, three-way match failures, and supplier payment disputes in coordination with AP and site operations teams Lead continuous improvement initiatives to streamline P2P processes, reduce transaction costs, and improve the buying experience for internal stakeholders Support the evaluation and implementation of P2P technology enhancements, including eCatalog expansion, electronic invoicing, and system integrations Analytics & Reporting Conduct ongoing spend analytics to identify sourcing opportunities, monitor compliance, and track category performance trends Develop and maintain category dashboards, procurement scorecards, and supplier performance reports Leverage SAP and analytics tools to produce actionable insights supporting strategic decision-making and budget management Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, Engineering, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience. CPSM, CSCP, or CPM certification preferred Experience: Minimum 5–7 years of progressive procurement experience, with demonstrated ownership of indirect category management (MRO, Facilities Management, or Corporate Services) in a manufacturing or food & beverage environment. Track record of delivering measurable cost savings and supplier performance improvements at the category manager level Technical Skills: Proficiency in SAP (MM/SRM modules preferred); experience with procurement or ERP platforms required Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, data modeling, spend analytics) Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint and Word; experience with spend analytics or eSourcing platforms (e.g., Coupa, Jaggaer, Ariba) a plus Familiarity with contract lifecycle management (CLM) tools preferred Core Competencies: Deep knowledge of indirect procurement best practices, category strategy development, and total cost of ownership analysis across MRO, facilities, and services spend Strong negotiation skills with the ability to structure complex supplier agreements and drive favorable commercial outcomes Advanced capability to analyze large spend datasets, identify savings opportunities, and translate data into actionable procurement strategies Demonstrated ability to build alignment, navigate competing priorities, and lead without direct authority across cross-functional teams Proven track record managing strategic supplier relationships, including formal SRM programs, business reviews, and performance improvement initiatives Skilled at identifying, assessing, and mitigating supply chain and contract risk within indirect categories Excellent written and verbal communication skills; confident presenting to senior leadership and articulating procurement value in business terms Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent sourcing projects, stakeholder engagements, and category initiatives with competing deadlines Familiarity with food manufacturing or CPG environments, including regulatory considerations, production schedules, and site-level operational requirements The pay range for this full‑time, salaried position is $97,210‑$133,663/year. Individual base pay depends on work location and additional factors such as experience, job‑related skills, and relevant education or training. The position is eligible for a discretionary annual incentive based on company and individual performance. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, 401(k) and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment. Maker's Pride is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr