Indirect Purchasing Manager

Morgan Hunter · Kansas city, United States

Our client is seeking an Indirect Purchasing Manager to join their team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys combining strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, and cost optimization with hands‑on project ownership.

The ideal candidate is proactive, analytical, and comfortable working with stakeholders across multiple departments. They can develop purchasing strategies, build strong supplier relationships, identify opportunities for improvement, and take ownership of initiatives from start to finish.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies across indirect spend categories, including Marketing, Fleet, HR & Benefits, and IT.
• Identify cost savings and process improvements through spend analysis and supplier evaluations.
• Lead supplier selection, contract negotiations, and vendor relationship management.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to understand purchasing needs and develop effective solutions.
• Evaluate supplier performance, contract risks, and opportunities to improve overall value.
• Manage multiple sourcing initiatives while balancing strategic planning with hands‑on execution.
• Collaborate with Finance and other departments to track spending, savings, and purchasing performance.
• Support broader procurement initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or category management.
• Experience managing multiple indirect purchasing categories.
• Strong supplier negotiation, contract management, and strategic sourcing experience.
• Experience with spend analysis, cost reduction, and supplier performance management.
• Experience with Coupa or similar procurement and spend management platforms preferred.
• Ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders across multiple departments.
• Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and comfortable working independently.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field.