FORTNA
Indirect Procurement Manager
The Indirect Procurement Manager will lead a team responsible for managing company-wide indirect spend, including categories such as capital projects, travel, marketing, professional services, MRO, and facilities. This role will include developing and executing sourcing strategies, partnering with internal stakeholders to align business needs with procurement goals, and identifying opportunities for cost savings and process improvement. This position will report to the Senior Procurement Manager and manage a team of buyers. Responsibilities will include balancing strategic planning with day-to-day sourcing activities, improving supplier performance, ensuring policy compliance, and supporting cross-functional initiatives across the organization. Key Responsibilities: Lead the development and execution of sourcing strategies for all indirect spend categories. Manage and mentor a team of sourcing professionals; set goals, provide coaching, and drive performance. Partner cross-functionally with business units to understand needs, align on sourcing initiatives, and ensure procurement adds value beyond cost savings. Conduct supplier market analysis, RFPs, negotiations, and contract development. Drive supplier consolidation and continuous improvement initiatives to optimize vendor performance and compliance. Monitor category performance against KPIs (cost savings, service level, risk, etc.) and report results to leadership. Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and risk mitigation processes. Leverage procurement systems (e.g., ERP, e-sourcing tools) to streamline sourcing activities. Support annual planning, budgeting, and forecasting related to indirect spend. Develop category playbooks and sourcing frameworks for repeatable success. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, or related field (MBA or CPM/CPSM a plus) 5+ years of experience in strategic sourcing or procurement Proven track record of managing large, complex sourcing initiatives across multiple indirect categories Strong negotiation, contract management, and supplier relationship skills Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Infor LN, IQMS, Microsoft Dynamics) and procurement tools Analytical mindset with strong Excel and data visualization/reporting skills Ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence at all levels of the organization Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills Preferred Experience: 2+ years managing direct reports Experience implementing or optimizing P2P tools or sourcing automation Familiarity with sustainability and supplier diversity initiatives in sourcing Salary Range:
The base salary range for this role is $87,600 to $131,300. This base salary range represents the low and high end of the base salary range for this position. Actual base salary offered will vary based on various factors including but not limited to location, level, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and performance. It is the policy of FORTNA and its affiliated companies to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, citizenship status (if authorized to work in the U.S.), or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, FORTNA will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
The Indirect Procurement Manager will lead a team responsible for managing company-wide indirect spend, including categories such as capital projects, travel, marketing, professional services, MRO, and facilities. This role will include developing and executing sourcing strategies, partnering with internal stakeholders to align business needs with procurement goals, and identifying opportunities for cost savings and process improvement. This position will report to the Senior Procurement Manager and manage a team of buyers. Responsibilities will include balancing strategic planning with day-to-day sourcing activities, improving supplier performance, ensuring policy compliance, and supporting cross-functional initiatives across the organization. Key Responsibilities: Lead the development and execution of sourcing strategies for all indirect spend categories. Manage and mentor a team of sourcing professionals; set goals, provide coaching, and drive performance. Partner cross-functionally with business units to understand needs, align on sourcing initiatives, and ensure procurement adds value beyond cost savings. Conduct supplier market analysis, RFPs, negotiations, and contract development. Drive supplier consolidation and continuous improvement initiatives to optimize vendor performance and compliance. Monitor category performance against KPIs (cost savings, service level, risk, etc.) and report results to leadership. Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and risk mitigation processes. Leverage procurement systems (e.g., ERP, e-sourcing tools) to streamline sourcing activities. Support annual planning, budgeting, and forecasting related to indirect spend. Develop category playbooks and sourcing frameworks for repeatable success. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, or related field (MBA or CPM/CPSM a plus) 5+ years of experience in strategic sourcing or procurement Proven track record of managing large, complex sourcing initiatives across multiple indirect categories Strong negotiation, contract management, and supplier relationship skills Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Infor LN, IQMS, Microsoft Dynamics) and procurement tools Analytical mindset with strong Excel and data visualization/reporting skills Ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence at all levels of the organization Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills Preferred Experience: 2+ years managing direct reports Experience implementing or optimizing P2P tools or sourcing automation Familiarity with sustainability and supplier diversity initiatives in sourcing Salary Range:
The base salary range for this role is $87,600 to $131,300. This base salary range represents the low and high end of the base salary range for this position. Actual base salary offered will vary based on various factors including but not limited to location, level, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and performance. It is the policy of FORTNA and its affiliated companies to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, citizenship status (if authorized to work in the U.S.), or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, FORTNA will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.