Indirect Procurement is responsible for the development and implementation of strategic initiatives within an assigned portfolio of indirect sourcing categories, which may include MRO supplies, Consulting services, marketing services, IT and telecommunication equipment, systems, and services, financial systems and services, human resource systems and services, office supplies, equipment, and services, and other indirect categories of goods and services.
Responsibilities:
Lead and manage the RFQ, RFP, RFI process
Research vendors to determine best options and make recommendations by evaluating total cost and quality of indirect materials and services;
Source suppliers, develop suppliers, and build mutual beneficial relationships with suppliers;
Develop strategic sourcing / purchasing plans that support the future profitability of the business;
Analyze current spend and find areas to improve service, reduce costs, and streamline purchasing procedures;
Highly involved with sourcing and procuring capital equipment and requirements related to MRO supplies.
Develop and execute sourcing strategies for highest spend, greatest complexity, and most critical/strategic categories;
Ensure tactical execution of purchasing activities to meet routine business needs;
Identify and leverage company-wide spend opportunities;
Manage complex projects from conception through implementation, including change management
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand their procurement needs and provide guidance on sourcing strategies
Conduct regular supplier performance evaluations and address any issues or concerns to maintain a high level of service quality.
Maintain accurate procurement records, reports, and documentation for audit purposes.
Create purchase orders in SAP or other purchasing systems
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
Professional certifications in procurement (e.g., CIPS) will be an advantage.
Minimum 5 years of sourcing experience in a range of indirect spend categories
Significant expertise in contract negotiation and supplier relationship management
Excellent problem solving, communication, and influencing skills within a matrix environment
Advanced and proven knowledge of procurement industry cost structures and drivers
General knowledge of applicable sourcing, planning, and logistics laws and regulations
Familiarity with SAP or other procurement software systems is highly desirable.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and Power