Indirect Procurement Expert

Regal Rexnord•Milwaukee, WI

9d•$130,000 - $170,000•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking an Indirect Procurement Expert to join Regal Rexnord’s Indirect Procurement team. This role is a critical leadership position responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies across all business segments. This is an exciting opportunity for a driven professional who thrives on building innovative solutions, influencing stakeholders, and creating measurable impact. You will lead end-to-end strategic sourcing for services and programs, partnering with cross-functional teams to deliver cost optimization, supplier performance, and operational excellence.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or related field
10+ years of experience in Indirect sourcing within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
Proven success in developing and leading strategic sourcing programs and delivering year-over-year cost savings.
Strong negotiation skills and ability to influence at all organizational levels, including C-suite.
Expertise in contract lifecycle management, supplier risk mitigation, and compliance.
Familiarity with sourcing tools and platforms (e.g., Ariba, SAP, GEP).

Nice To Haves

MBA preferred
APICS certification preferred

Responsibilities

Define and execute the global Indirect Sourcing Strategy, including categories such as Energy, Staffing, Equipment Rentals and Purchases, and Industrial Equipment Maintenance.
Lead supplier negotiations and manage complex, multi-year relationships to enable long-term business objectives.
Collaborate with global supply chain, plant operations, engineering, and corporate leaders to align sourcing strategies with business goals.
Drive cost savings initiatives, total cost of ownership (TCO) optimization, and supplier risk mitigation.
Establish and deploy standard processes, policies, and compliance frameworks across all segments.
Conduct market analysis and provide insights on pricing trends, availability, and risk factors.
Develop and maintain KPIs, reporting dashboards, and strategic sourcing plans for leadership review.
Serve as a strategic partner to finance and operations teams to ensure accurate expense reporting and trade working capital (TWC) performance.
Build strong supplier relationships and position Regal Rexnord as a preferred customer.