Senior Manager, Procurement

ALO•Beverly Hills, CA

6d•$125,000 - $155,000

About The Position

We are seeking a Senior Manager, Procurement to lead and elevate Alo’s sourcing and procurement strategy across indirect spend categories to include warehouse operations (temp labor, corrugate, supplies, automation, equipment), packaging (exterior packaging for products – bags, cartons, boxes), and facilities (maintenance, operational support). The primary focus is warehouse operations with ability to operate effectively in the others. This role reports directly to the VP, Procurement and will be a critical player in building a nimble, modern procurement capability that drives cost efficiency, unlocks value, and fuels Alo’s growth trajectory. This is an ideal opportunity for a builder - someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, asks great questions, seeks to understand the business deeply, executes with excellence, and forms trusted partnerships across the organization. The right candidate will be as comfortable on the front lines with vendors as they are influencing senior executives. They will bring rigor to spend, discipline to sourcing, excellence to negotiation and supplier relationships, and a passion for solving complex problems.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or related field; MBA preferred
7+ years of progressive experience in indirect sourcing and procurement categories represented by this role, ideally in the retail industry
Demonstrated success leading strategic sourcing, vendor management, and complex negotiations
Strong relationship builder with high EQ, executive presence, and influencing skills
Excellent communicator in all forms. Strong analytical skills and storytelling of data and situations into a business actionable context
Proven ability to operate both strategically and tactically — rolls-up sleeves and gets into the details. Able to personally deliver
High capacity to get things done in a quick moving organization
Experience making procurement functions stronger and more systemic
Proficiency in procurement systems and tools; experience with eProcurement platforms a plus

Responsibilities

Develop and lead sourcing strategies and activities across the indirect spend categories (warehousing, packaging, and facilities)
Effectively operate in a procurement model that balances cost, service, speed, and innovation. All based on the business needs
Partner with key stakeholders to align sourcing priorities with business goals
Deliver cost savings, value creation, and risk mitigation through structured sourcing processes
Establish strategic vendor relationships that drive innovation and performance
Lead high-stakes negotiations, focusing on total cost of ownership, flexibility, and value
Implement vendor scorecards and performance reviews to drive continuous improvement
Identify opportunities for value and new sourcing models
Inspire confidence, build trust, and earn credibility through words and actions. Internally and with our supplier community
Lead by taking initiative, meeting people where they are, and bringing structure, speed, and results
Foster a culture of partnership, learning, and continuous improvement
Drive adoption of best-in-class procurement practices and operating rhythms to improve efficiency and transparency
Partner with Finance, Legal, and Compliance to ensure strong controls and governance
Serve as a trusted partner to functional leaders
Influence senior leaders and stakeholders through structured, insight-rich communication
Build strong business cases that support change, investment, and long-term sourcing decisions
Plan, manage, coordinate and execute multiple sourcing projects concurrently
Compile, analyze, and present data on sourcing interventions. Doing so in a manner which accurately reflects the situation, points-of-view, options, and conclusions to enable decision making
Manage the process of contract implementation, liaising between the legal department, suppliers, and internal customers
Conduct sourcing. Develop and execute RFPs and negotiation plans
Secures buy-in at all levels of the organization