Indirect Procurement Category Manager Jobs

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.

Oversee the preparation, review, and execution of procurement contracts for designated categories, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.

Experience negotiating and/or interacting directly with external suppliers / business partners.

Sourcing/procurement experience for indirects (Capex, MRO, Facility Services) in manufacturing.

Understand components of finance cost savings, PPV, supply chain finance, ROI calculations, etc.

3 to 5 years of experience within procurement

Contract Management Oversee the preparation, review, and execution of procurement contracts for designated categories, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field

Experience negotiating and/or interacting directly with external suppliers / business partners

Sourcing / procurement experience for indirects (Capex, MRO, Facility Services) in a manufacturing environment

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple procurement projects within designated categories simultaneously and meet deadlines

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen eye for detail

Hand on experience in Supply Chain management.

Implementing and managing supplier performance management processes with strategic suppliers.

Category experience is a must and will travel and go into the office 3 days a week.

Provide support to the Internal Combustion Engines global category from our client's North American base in New Iberia, Louisiana.

Advanced PC skills (specifically Excel, Power Point & Word) including knowledge and hands-on experience with ERP/MRP systems.

Performs routine spend analysis to understand indirect spend variance and find cost reduction opportunities via collaboration with Category Management.

7-10 years of purchasing experience, global operations, or finance.

Extensive knowledge of procurement strategies, tactics, negotiation and contracting skills.

Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in business, finance, engineering, sciences, purchasing, or other operations field is required

Excellent proactive problem-solving and analytical skills.

5+ years’ experience in Supplier Management and/or Supplier Risk Compliance Program Management

Partner with Supplier Management and Supplier Risk Compliance leads to develop and optimize programs and operations

Management and maintenance of supplier performance metrics and reporting

Management and maintenance of supplier performance and supplier risk compliance operations

Interpersonal and organizational skills, with the ability to drive cross-functional initiatives and implement ideas in a dynamic changing environment

Deep understanding of the Source-to-Pay process. Experience working in a Procurement organization preferred.

Contract Management: Oversee the preparation, review, and execution of procurement contracts for designated categories, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.

Experience negotiating and/or interacting directly with external suppliers / business partners.

Sourcing / procurement experience for indirects (Capex, MRO, Facility Services) in a manufacturing environment.

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple procurement projects within designated categories simultaneously and meet deadlines.

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen eye for detail.

Vendor supply management, procurement focused

BA/BS degree and 6-8 years’ relevant experience OR equivalent combination of education and experience.

Remote - Work from HomeYes

Coordinates / manages category team meetings with R&D, SCM, SQM, Service and other relevant stakeholders.

Manages and maintains spend and volume analytics through the lifecycle of category strategies, conversion and distribution.

Contract negotiation skills: pricing, terms and contracts

Strong Supplier Relationship Management skills

Strong time management skills and ability to meet deadlines and perform under pressure.

Demonstrated knowledge and experience in procurement processes and driving business results through influence and leadership

2 or more years of relevant experience in Procurement

Procurement experience in a distribution and/or manufacturing business is a plus.

Experience in strategic sourcing of indirect materials and services.

Supplier selection, management, rationalization, performance monitoring, and reporting.

Organizational design, recruiting and talent management for the procurement organization

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, engineering, business/economics, or a related field of study.

Fifteen (15) years of operational leadership experience with a strong focus and background in procurement and strategic sourcing.

Six (6) years of leadership experience.

Twenty (20) years of operational leadership experience with a strong focus and background in procurement and strategic sourcing.

Establish reporting requirements for usage and financial performance

Work with business and finance leaders to identify and drive savings and controllership improvements, focusing on total cost of ownership

Manage full end to end sourcing events (RFP, RFI)

Excellent communication including written, verbal, and listening skills

Advanced level skills in Excel, PowerPoint, Word, product movement software, report writing and familiarity with query software

Exceptional, proven project and team leadership and development skills

Collaborate with the sourcing leadership identify & implement best practices relating to sourcing category management

Develop, implement & sustain an effective category management operating rhythm driving process efficiency and business results in order to meet targets

Establish category focused working groups to develop 3yr sourcing roadmap for all major categories covering 80% of regional spend

Facilitate collaboration across the Chart with Functional Budget holders to support the delivery of their key supply chain performance indicators

Degree in Procurement sourcing, Finance and or Supply Chain Management;

Clear understanding of indirect procurement management and experienced in best practices, tools and techniques, with the capacity to support change management;

Support the change management process.  

Providing Gucci functions with procurement expertise, identifying new projects to be managed and developing regional procurement professionalism.

Minimum 5-7 years of experience in procurement with proven ability to develop and deliver a strategic vision;

Experience in international environment is a must (specifically in Fashion / Luxury industry is a plus);

Experience with analysis, budgeting, forecasting, inventory management, and controls.

Knowledge of Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, Supplier Risk Management (SRM), RFP and ERP Tools.

Provides daily management of suppliers including Supply Chain support for forecasting, pricing, invoicing, and inventory levels. Manages weekly supplier meeting.

Supports maintenance of Laser Fiche contract management tool for assigned categories.

Knowledge of ERP fundamentals and advanced computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Project.

Assesses, manages, mitigates, and avoids risk throughout the supply chain for assigned categories.

Ability to explain Indirect Procurement practices, benefits to the organization, the value of Supplier Relationship Management participation in post contract management.

Develop and maintain an annual supplier management plan, including forecasted spend, savings expectations and performance objectives.

Help the Business conduct post contract management and facilitate Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) with key (top 20%) Suppliers.

Personally develops, leads, and manages larger sub-categories.

Be knowledgeable in best procurement practice for the category (sub-categories).

Work in collaboration with Finance, Legal, IT, Compliance, Internal Audit/Risk and other functions to ensure compliance to policies and audit remediation.

Experience in implementing change management.

Ensure proactive risk management strategy as well as partnering with supply planning team to ensure timely problem solving of supply issues.

Develops and manage continuous improvement pipeline to deliver significant year over year productivity.

Ensures timely and accurate maintenance of Oracle Costs Accounting Systems. Establish standard costs and manage monthly PPV review process.

5+ years of progressively increasing responsibility, experience in both procurement and subject matter area supported preferred.

Bachelor’s Degree required, preferably in Business, Engineering or Food Science.

Development of a supplier strategy, designing and administering RFXs, negotiations, contracting, and other sourcing management functions

Experience, knowledge, and proven success with a food manufacturer

Understands contract management and ability to execute complicated contracts with the support of the legal team

Manage stakeholder engagement and alignment throughout the end-to-end sourcing process

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, Finance, or related field. Master’s Degree or MBA strongly preferred

Develop productive working relationships with Quality, Engineering, Manufacturing, Legal, Marketing/Creative, Supply Chain Planning, Logistics, and Procurement

Minimum of 7 + years’ experience in a product management, strategic sourcing or category management role is preferred.

Ownership of assigned product category performance and management of the overall strategy within their respective channel of responsibility.

Participate in customer meetings alongside sales and serve as the product and category management expert in key categories of focus.

Manage assigned vendor relationships and negotiate commercial agreements in coordination with divisional category management and market leadership.

Manage robust process to establish market and vendor costs to ensure maximum profitability.

Bachelor’s degree in logistics, supply chain, finance strategy, or closely related field required.

Minimum of 7 + years’ experience in a product management, strategic sourcing or category management role is preferred.

Ownership of assigned product category performance and management of the overall strategy within their respective channel of responsibility.

Participate in customer meetings alongside sales and serve as the product and category management expert in key categories of focus.

Manage assigned vendor relationships and negotiate commercial agreements in coordination with divisional category management and market leadership.

Manage robust process to establish market and vendor costs to ensure maximum profitability.

Bachelor’s degree in logistics, supply chain, finance strategy, or closely related field required.

EDUCATION, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Deep understanding of category management, strategic sourcing, and supplier relationship management principles and application

Advanced financial analytical skills and experience in enhancing value through negotiations.

Bachelor’s degree with master’s degree or advanced certification (e.g., MBA, CPM, CPSM, CPSC, PMP) preferred.

At least 5 of experience with specific category(ies) is required.

Advanced Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word skills is highly desired.

What is in it for you?

Great Base Pay and Perks!

Well trained staff with brand consistency and service standards

5-10 years in restaurant Procurement