Category Manager – Indirect

ChemTreat•Glen Allen, VA

5d•$120,000 - $130,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Category Manager – Indirect is accountable for strategy, governance, execution, and financial performance of addressable indirect spend across ChemTreat’s North American operations, and supports LATAM initiatives as business needs require. The role partners with Finance, budget leaders, functional executives, and business stakeholders to develop category strategies, manage a savings pipeline, and deliver cost reduction, cost avoidance, working capital improvement, risk mitigation, service improvement, sustainability, and process improvement. Categories include Travel, Fleet, Marketing, Human Resources, Information Technology, Facilities, Laboratory Operations, Plant Operations, Temporary Labor, Capital Expenditures, Professional Services, and other indirect goods and services. The position directly manages and develops the Indirect Sourcing Specialist, setting priorities and project ownership and ensuring delivery against business KPIs. It is part of Procurement, located in Glen Allen, Virginia, and is on-site. The role reports to the Director, Global Procurement for assigned special projects and may also receive assignments from Operations Leadership. Occasional travel to ChemTreat locations, business meetings, and supplier sites is expected.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business Administration, Finance, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field; equivalent relevant professional experience may be considered.
At least 7 years of progressive experience in Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, Category Management, Supply Chain, Finance, Operations, or a related commercial function.
Experience developing and executing category strategies, leading complex sourcing initiatives, negotiating contracts, managing strategic supplier relationships, and delivering measurable year-over-year cost savings.
Ability to collaborate with Finance and budget owners to develop, validate, forecast, and track savings initiatives and their financial impact.
Previous people-management experience, direct supervisory responsibility, or demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and develop sourcing professionals.
Strong financial acumen, analytical and problem-solving skills, and project management capabilities.
Ability to communicate effectively with senior leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.
Proficiency in procurement systems, data analysis, reporting tools, and Microsoft Excel.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, influence stakeholders, and drive results in a dynamic, cross-functional environment.
Willingness to travel occasionally to ChemTreat locations, business meetings, and supplier sites.

Nice To Haves

Experience managing multiple indirect spend categories, such as Facilities, Fleet, Travel, Laboratory, Capital Equipment, Marketing, Human Resources, Information Technology, Temporary Labor, and Professional Services.
Experience working in corporate, manufacturing, specialty chemical, industrial, or multi-site operating environments.
Professional certifications such as CPSM, CPM, CSCP, or other relevant procurement and supply chain credentials.
MBA or advanced degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related discipline.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute indirect procurement strategies across assigned spend categories, driving cost optimization, supplier consolidation, operational efficiency, and risk mitigation.
Lead regular budget and savings reviews with Finance, budget owners, and cross-functional stakeholders; monitor performance, identify opportunities, and align work with business objectives.
Maintain visibility into addressable spend, contract coverage, preferred suppliers, savings opportunities, category risks, and procurement compliance.
Build, prioritize, and manage a pipeline of cost-saving initiatives, creating actionable plans and accountability across cross-functional teams.
Partner with Finance and Veralto to validate savings methodologies, budget impacts, forecasts, and realized financial results.
Develop sourcing strategies, business cases, cost models, competitive bidding processes, negotiation plans, and recommendations for senior leadership.
Lead supplier negotiations on pricing, service levels, payment terms, and commercial agreements to maximize value and minimize business risk.
Monitor supplier performance across safety, cost, quality, service, and sustainability metrics.
Oversee indirect supplier qualification, selection, and onboarding to ensure compliance with organizational standards.
Recruit, lead, and develop an Indirect Sourcing Specialist, including coaching, performance management, goal setting, and professional development.
Manage and optimize the iBuy internal requisition platform to promote procurement compliance, process efficiency, preferred supplier utilization, and spend visibility.
Track, document, and report sourcing initiatives and savings results through iSource and other required procurement systems.
Represent Procurement on cross-functional leadership teams, strategic initiatives, project committees, and business reviews related to indirect spend, cost productivity, supplier performance, and risk management.
Lead special projects and strategic initiatives assigned by the Director, Global Procurement or Operations Leadership.
Support supplier diversity, sustainability, responsible sourcing, and Environmental, Health & Safety initiatives through supplier engagement and performance monitoring.
Collaborate with other Veralto operating companies and external industry peers to identify shared agreements, purchasing leverage, and procurement best practices.
Support indirect procurement initiatives across LATAM and other regions as business needs evolve.
Drive continuous improvement through visual management, standardized processes, data-driven decision-making, and structured problem-solving methodologies.
Perform additional responsibilities as needed to support ChemTreat’s operational and procurement objectives.