Indirect Sourcing Lead

Hillman • Cincinnati, OH

5d

About The Position

The Indirect Sourcing Lead is responsible for end-to-end vendor management, including vendor initiation, negotiations, and contract management. The role manages sourcing projects and develops strategies to achieve cost savings while supporting category strategy execution across cross-functional teams.

Employees are expected and encouraged to participate in safety and health program activities, including promptly reporting hazards, unsafe work practices, and incidents to supervisors; wearing required personal protective equipment; and participating in and supporting safety committee activities. Duties and responsibilities may change, or new ones may be assigned, with or without notice.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of indirect procurement experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in contract management and vendor management.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Experience with SAP, Concur, and other ERP systems.
• Bachelor's degree required.
• Experience beyond a buying-only role.
• Proven track record of negotiating and driving cost savings.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrates initiative, follow-through, accountability, confidentiality, tact, and adaptability.
• Demonstrates customer service, clear and timely communication, teamwork, organization, time management, multitasking, and timely decision-making.

Nice To Haves

• Supply Chain certifications.

Responsibilities

• Manage the complete vendor management lifecycle from initiation through contract completion.
• Manage projects such as identifying low-cost alternatives, analyzing conversion opportunities, and facilitating implementation through completion.
• Identify process-improvement and cost-saving opportunities and recommend appropriate actions to realize savings.
• Develop and implement cost-reduction strategies designed to deliver annual savings targets.
• Collaborate with suppliers to negotiate and maintain favorable terms, pricing, and contracts.
• Conduct regular supplier performance reviews to ensure suppliers meet quality standards and customer expectations.
• Stay current on industry trends, product developments, and emerging technologies relevant to the category.
• Guide and support cross-functional teams, including sales representatives and marketing managers, in successfully executing category strategies.
• Participate in safety and health activities, including reporting hazards and incidents, wearing required personal protective equipment, and supporting safety committee activities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level