Indirect Sourcing Lead

W.W. Grainger, Inc. • Green Bay, WI

58d • Hybrid

About The Position

We're looking for a strategic and driven Indirect Sourcing Lead to develop and lead a comprehensive indirect procurement program that aligns with company goals and enhances value across the organization. In this role, you'll partner with internal stakeholders and subject matter experts to drive sourcing excellence, strengthen supplier relationships, and optimize cost efficiency. Who are we? Imperial Supplies, a Grainger company, is a national distributor of quality maintenance products. Serving the fleet maintenance industry since 1958, Imperial has formed lasting relationships with customers by tailoring our services to meet their changing needs.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of sourcing, purchasing, or project management experience.
• Proven success in supplier negotiations, cost savings initiatives, and process development.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally.

Nice To Haves

• Experience developing and managing procurement programs or indirect sourcing strategies is a plus.
• 5-10 years of experience preferred, with demonstrated results in supplier and cost management.
• Education: Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience (preferred: Business, Sourcing, or related field).

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of indirect procurement processes and standard operating procedures that align with business objectives and drive efficiency.
• Identify opportunities to reduce spend, mitigate risk, and improve supplier performance to achieve budgeted cost savings and avoidance goals.
• Partner with business leaders to analyze indirect spend, prioritize contract reviews and renewals, and support annual cost savings initiatives.
• Lead negotiations and manage contracts to obtain optimal value in cost, service, quality, and partnership.
• Define and track key success metrics for supplier spend, savings, and performance, ensuring targets are met or exceeded.
• Oversee supplier selection processes through RFQs, agreements, and third-party contracting.
• Build and advocate for indirect sourcing standard operating procedures, leveraging strategic partnerships-such as Grainger-to enhance sourcing capabilities.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Hybrid / Remote schedule
• Monday - Friday work schedule
• Immediate medical, dental, vision; 12 hours of PTO for every full month worked (up to 144 hours a year!), 6 paid holidays and 6% of annual earnings contributed to your retirement, immediately vested!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees