Global Indirect Procurement Manager - SP

The Gowan Co.•Yuma, AZ

21d

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Indirect Procurement Manager to lead and coordinate all critical indirect procurement projects globally. This strategic role requires a seasoned generalist who can independently identify opportunities and manage the complete procurement lifecycle from project identification through value delivery. The successful candidate will serve as the central point of excellence for global indirect category initiatives, working closely with regional teams and functional stakeholders to drive value creation and operational excellence across the organization. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring both strategic vision and tactical execution capabilities. The Manager must be comfortable operating across most indirect categories. Location: Reports to: Matrix Reports: Regional Indirect Procurement Managers

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field
Minimum 10 years of procurement experience with at least 5 years in indirect categories
Proven track record as an indirect procurement generalist with hands-on experience across multiple categories
Demonstrated ability to independently manage complex projects from opportunity identification through savings delivery
Expert knowledge of strategic sourcing methodologies and category management
Proven ability to work independently as a generalist across all indirect categories
Strong project identification skills including spend analysis, opportunity assessment, and business case development
Hands-on experience with full procurement lifecycle execution
Self-starter with proven ability to identify opportunities and drive initiatives without close supervision
Exceptional stakeholder management and influencing skills across all organizational levels
Strong project management capabilities with ability to manage multiple complex initiatives
Excellent negotiation and commercial acumen
Cultural sensitivity and ability to work effectively in a global, matrix organization
Outstanding communication and presentation skills
Comfort with ambiguity and ability to create structure in undefined situations

Nice To Haves

Experience in manufacturing, chemicals, or agricultural industries preferred
Experience in procurement systems (SAP Ariba, Coupa, or similar) and advanced Excel skills

Responsibilities

Proactively identify and prioritize high-impact indirect procurement opportunities through spend analysis, stakeholder engagement, and market intelligence
Own the complete project lifecycle from opportunity identification through value delivery:
Identify: Analyze spend data and business needs to uncover savings opportunities
Scope: Define project parameters, build business cases, and secure stakeholder buy-in
Source: Develop sourcing strategies, conduct RFx processes, and evaluate proposals
Negotiate: Lead commercial negotiations and contract development
Implement: Manage change management, transition planning, and go-live activities
Deliver: Track savings realization and ensure sustained value capture
Lead major global indirect procurement projects
Develop and execute category strategies for major indirect spend areas including Professional Services, Travel, MRO, Equipment and General Business Services.
Serve as the central coordinator between regional procurement teams, ensuring alignment on global contracts and leveraging combined purchasing power
Partner with functional leaders to understand requirements and deliver integrated procurement solutions
Facilitate knowledge sharing and best practice adoption across regional teams
Deliver annual cost savings targets of 5-10% on managed spend categories
Identify and execute cost avoidance opportunities through demand management and specification optimization
Implement Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) models for strategic categories
Drive working capital improvements through payment term optimization
Develop and maintain relationships with strategic indirect suppliers
Lead complex negotiations for enterprise agreements and global contracts
Implement supplier performance management scorecards
Standardize indirect procurement processes and templates globally
Implement category management tools and reporting dashboards for indirects
Ensure compliance with corporate procurement policies and regulatory requirements
Develop and implement supply risk mitigation strategies for critical indirect categories
Maintain internal controls and audit readiness