JOB DESCRIPTION

BRIEF POSITION SUMMARY:

The Indirect Procurement Category manager plays a critical role in managing and optimizing the company's

purchasing processes, ensuring cost-effective procurement of goods and services, and maintaining high

standards of quality. Will be responsible for managing procurement and sourcing strategies for indirect spend

categories, such as office supplies, IT services, HR, travel, and professional services. Their role involves

optimizing costs, negotiating contracts, and ensuring supplier performance aligns with business needs.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and implement procurement strategies for assigned indirect spend categories by analyzing

historical purchasing data, market trends, and supplier performance.

• Identify cost-saving opportunities through supplier consolidation, negotiation, and efficient sourcing.

• Lead contract negotiations, ensuring favorable terms, compliance, and risk mitigation.

• Utilize advanced analytics tools (e.g., Excel, ERP software, or procurement platforms) to analyze

purchasing patterns, demand forecasts, inventory levels, and budget constraints. Present data insights

to senior management to influence purchasing strategies and budget allocation.

• Monitor spending trends, identify areas for cost reduction, and implement strategies to reduce

procurement costs. Work closely with finance and department heads to track and stay within budgetary

guidelines.

• Continuously evaluate and improve purchasing processes and workflows using data-driven insights.

Implement best practices to enhance efficiency, reduce lead times, and streamline vendor selection

and onboarding.

• Continuously evaluate and improve purchasing processes and workflows using data-driven insights.

Implement best practices to enhance efficiency, reduce lead times, and streamline vendor selection

and onboarding.

• Conduct market research to identify new suppliers and best practices.

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand business needs and align procurement strategies.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and vendors ensuring high performance and

continuous improvement..

• Conduct in-depth market analysis to assess potential suppliers, negotiate contracts, and secure

favorable terms while ensuring product quality and delivery timelines.

• Manage supplier relationships,

• Monitor procurement activities, providing reports on savings, vendor performance, and risks.

• Fosters the MSC Culture in the department and throughout the company to ensure fulfillment of MSC's

vision and unity of purpose.

• Participation in special projects and performs additional duties as required

JD Template Revision Date 5/2/2024

QUALIFICATIONS

What You Need:

• Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, or a related field required.

• Minimum of five years in procurement, sourcing, or category management.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills in both English and Spanish required

• Strong understanding of procurement best practices and cost optimization strategies.

• Ability to analyze data and generate actionable insights.

• Excellent stakeholder management and cross-functional teamwork with departments like HR, IT, and finance.

• Strong negotiation skills for cost efficiencies and expertise in supplier management and contract administration.