Sr. Indirect Purchasing Manager

Aesc - Murfreesboro, TN

Full-time - Mid Level

Murfreesboro, TN

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The individual will oversee activities relating to AESC's indirect procurement process for products and services, focusing on cost reduction through innovative sourcing approaches and supplier development. This role requires cross-functional collaboration to ensure optimal cost-value products and services, while partnering with the global procurement team.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the indirect sourcing process and provide oversight for the supplier life cycle management process.
• Support purchasing leaders by gathering market intelligence, identifying major categories, analyzing current spend, and developing an optimal Indirect Strategy Plan.
• Deliver the strategy through supplier relationships and multiple projects (CAPEX, Service, Energy, Maintenance, T&L contracts).
• Participate in the strategic and tactical negotiation of major indirect supplier contracts.
• Partner with various departments to select the right suppliers for best cost/value products in the market.
• Investigate new supply markets to assess existing and new supplier capabilities for cost reductions and supply rationalization.
• Perform general management responsibilities such as hiring, performance management, and individual development activities.
• Monitor team performance against department standards and ensure consistent achievement of these standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, supply chain management, procurement, sourcing, or other relevant degrees.
• 10+ years' experience in purchasing, sourcing, and contract management leadership, including global sourcing and indirect sourcing.
• 5+ years in a leadership capacity.
• Experience in project management, collaboration with other departments, and driving supplier performance with new products and services.
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, and negotiation skills with experience in dynamic environments and tight deadlines.
• Ability to develop strong relationships with internal and external business stakeholders.

Nice-to-haves

• Previous Six Sigma training, Black or Green Belt desired.
• Experience in developing and implementing category strategies.
• Experience in implementing a source-to-pay framework with IT support on a global basis.
• Advanced degree in Business Administration or Purchasing Management.
• Nationally recognized professional certification (Certified Purchasing Manager or Certified Professional Contract Manager).

Benefits

• 401K with company match
• Health insurance
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• HSA and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance (Company paid and additional voluntary life available)
• Paid Vacation and 14 Paid Holidays
• Short term and long-term disability coverage (Company Paid)
• Tuition reimbursement