Indirect Spend Category Manager

Culligan International•,

17h•$145,000 - $170,000

About The Position

Culligan is seeking an experienced Indirect Spend Category Manager to lead strategic sourcing initiatives, optimize supplier relationships and right-size scope requirements of services across various business units. This role is critical in ensuring the effective management of indirect spend categories such as Marketing, HR services, Real Estate and IT. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with strong procurement experience, strong negotiation skills, and a track record of delivering cost savings through category management.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance or related field
7+ years of experience in strategic sourcing / category management
3+ years experience in developing strategies in Marketing, HR/Benefits, Travel, Insurance and MRO
Experience supporting a global business, particularly with North American and European footprint
Proven results of delivering cost savings through category management
Proficient in procurement tools such as SAP, Oracle, etc.
Strong analytical, strategic thinking and problem-solving skills
Ability to lead through influence and work autonomously, managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Nice To Haves

MBA preferred
Professional certifications are a plus (CPSM, CIPS, PMP, etc.)

Responsibilities

Develop and execute category strategies for indirect spend to drive cost savings, improve service levels, and reduce risk.
Analyze spend data, supply markets, and business requirements to identify sourcing opportunities and develop improvement plans.
Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to align category strategies with business objectives.
Identify, evaluate, and onboard suppliers while managing ongoing relationships for performance, compliance, and innovation.
Lead supplier negotiations to secure favorable pricing, service levels, terms, and conditions.
Conduct regular supplier performance reviews and manage supplier risk, contracts, and service level agreements (SLAs).
Lead end-to-end procurement processes: RFP development, bid analysis, contracting, and implementation.
Ensure compliance with procurement policies, legal requirements, and corporate governance.
Implement process improvements to streamline purchasing activities and enhance efficiency.
Align with Finance stakeholders to validate/interlock financials.
Drive continuous cost reduction initiatives and value delivery through strategic sourcing and demand management.
Monitor and report key performance metrics such as cost savings, supplier performance, and contract utilization.
Provide strategic insights and reporting to senior leadership.