Ninjakitchen
Strategic Sourcing Director, Indirect Procurement New Needham, MA, United States
Ninjakitchen, Needham Heights, Massachusetts, us, 02494
Strategic Sourcing Director, Indirect Procurement
About Us SharkNinja is a global product design and technology company, with a diversified portfolio of 5-star rated lifestyle solutions that positively impact people’s lives in homes around the world.
Powered by two trusted, global brands, Shark and Ninja
, the company has a proven track record of bringing disruptive innovation to market, and developing one consumer product after another has allowed SharkNinja to enter multiple product categories, driving significant growth and market share gains. Headquartered in Needham, Massachusetts with more than 3,600+ associates, the company’s products are sold at key retailers, online and offline, and through distributors around the world . Position Summary The Strategic Sourcing Director, Indirect Procurement is a senior-level, individual contributor role responsible for leading complex sourcing initiatives across key indirect spend categories. This role focuses on partnering with business teams to identify savings opportunities, supplier negotiation, contract management, and cross-functional stakeholder engagement. The ideal candidate has deep expertise in indirect procurement, strong commercial acumen, and a proven ability to deliver business value through sourcing and negotiation excellence. Key Responsibilities Strategic Sourcing Execution Lead end-to-end strategic sourcing processes across high-value, complex indirect categories. Manage sourcing projects from opportunity assessment through to contract execution. Build a pipeline of sourcing opportunities and manage actions to achieve savings target timelines Contracting and Supplier Negotiations Negotiate terms, pricing, and service level agreements with suppliers. Collaborate with Legal teams to manage contractual and operational risks. Lead end-to-end sourcing initiatives, including RFx development, bid evaluations, negotiations, and contract execution. Deliver year-over-year cost savings, cost avoidance, and value improvements through commercial negotiations, process efficiencies, and demand management. Stakeholder Engagement Partner closely with business units (e.g., IT, HR, Marketing, Legal, Finance) to understand sourcing needs and priorities. Act as a trusted advisor, providing procurement guidance and market insights to support decision-making. Build and maintain strong internal relationships across the organization. Cost Optimization and Value Delivery Identify cost savings and cost avoidance opportunities without compromising quality or performance. Track and report on procurement performance metrics, including savings, compliance, and efficiency improvements. Qualifications Education Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or a related field required Experience Minimum 8 years of experience in strategic sourcing or procurement, with a focus on indirect categories Proven success in leading complex sourcing initiatives and high-stakes supplier negotiations Experience working in a large, matrixed, and cross-functional corporate environment Track record of delivering measurable cost savings, operational efficiencies, and supplier performance improvements Skills and Competencies Advanced negotiation and influencing skills Strong financial and commercial acumen Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills High attention to detail and strategic mindset Collaborative and business-oriented mindset; effective at influencing cross-functional stakeholders Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with an ability to distill complex topics for senior audiences Self-starter who thrives in fast-paced, mission-driven biotech environments Committed to continuous improvement, with a strong sense of accountability and adaptability Our Culture At SharkNinja, we don’t just raise the bar—we push past it every single day.
Our Outrageously Extraordinary mindset
drives us to tackle the impossible, push boundaries, and deliver results that others only dream of. If you thrive on breaking out of your swim lane, you’ll be right at home. What We Offer We offer competitive health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, employee stock purchase options, wellness programs, SharkNinja product discounts, and more.
We empower your personal and professional growth
with high impact Learning Programs featuring bold voices redefining what’s possible.
When you join, you’re not just part of a company—you’re part of an outrageously extraordinary community.
To gether, we won’t just launch products—
we’ll disrupt entire markets. At SharkNinja, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are vital to our global success. Valuing each unique voice and blending all of our diverse skills strengthens SharkNinja’s innovation every day. We support ALL associates in bringing their authentic selves to work, making an impact, and having the opportunity for career acceleration. With help from our leadership, associates, and our community, we aim to have equity be a key component of the SharkNinja DNA. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other class protected by legislation, and local law. SharkNinja will consider reasonable accommodations consistent with legislation, and local law. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact SharkNinja People & Culture ataccommodations@sharkninja.com Create a Job Alert Interested in building your career at SharkNinja? Get future opportunities sent straight to your email. Apply for this job
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At SharkNinja, we take pride in our uniqueness. Our innovation extends beyond our products to the way we work, embracing diversity as a cornerstone of our success. We recognize that our differences make us stronger, more creative, and better at what we do. Our workforce should reflect the diversity of our customer base, which is why our recruitment commitment is to truly be an exemplary, equal opportunity employer, fostering a welcoming and inclusive workplace. We are looking for you as a valued candidate, to help us achieve our commitment by participating in this short questionnaire. You can choose if you want to complete the questions, if you do your answers will help us to ensure our hiring practices are inclusive, and in return we commit to treating the information you provide with respect by applying technical measures to your response to remove it from your candidate record. How will we use the data? None of the hiring team will have access to your responses, therefore the information you provide will NOT be used as part of your application process. The data will be used to report on our recruitment process and its success in supporting Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion. You can exercise your Data Subject Rights at any point during or after our recruitment process. For more information, please visit our Candidate Privacy Notice here How would you describe your gender identity? (mark all that apply) Select... How would you describe your racial/ethnic background? (mark all that apply) Select... How would you describe your sexual orientation? (mark all that apply) Select... Do you identify as transgender? Select... Do you have a disability or chronic condition (physical, visual, auditory, cognitive, mental, emotional, or other) that substantially limits one or more of your major life activities, including mobility, communication (seeing, hearing, speaking), and learning? Select... Are you a veteran or active member of the United States Armed Forces? Select...
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About Us SharkNinja is a global product design and technology company, with a diversified portfolio of 5-star rated lifestyle solutions that positively impact people’s lives in homes around the world.
Powered by two trusted, global brands, Shark and Ninja
, the company has a proven track record of bringing disruptive innovation to market, and developing one consumer product after another has allowed SharkNinja to enter multiple product categories, driving significant growth and market share gains. Headquartered in Needham, Massachusetts with more than 3,600+ associates, the company’s products are sold at key retailers, online and offline, and through distributors around the world . Position Summary The Strategic Sourcing Director, Indirect Procurement is a senior-level, individual contributor role responsible for leading complex sourcing initiatives across key indirect spend categories. This role focuses on partnering with business teams to identify savings opportunities, supplier negotiation, contract management, and cross-functional stakeholder engagement. The ideal candidate has deep expertise in indirect procurement, strong commercial acumen, and a proven ability to deliver business value through sourcing and negotiation excellence. Key Responsibilities Strategic Sourcing Execution Lead end-to-end strategic sourcing processes across high-value, complex indirect categories. Manage sourcing projects from opportunity assessment through to contract execution. Build a pipeline of sourcing opportunities and manage actions to achieve savings target timelines Contracting and Supplier Negotiations Negotiate terms, pricing, and service level agreements with suppliers. Collaborate with Legal teams to manage contractual and operational risks. Lead end-to-end sourcing initiatives, including RFx development, bid evaluations, negotiations, and contract execution. Deliver year-over-year cost savings, cost avoidance, and value improvements through commercial negotiations, process efficiencies, and demand management. Stakeholder Engagement Partner closely with business units (e.g., IT, HR, Marketing, Legal, Finance) to understand sourcing needs and priorities. Act as a trusted advisor, providing procurement guidance and market insights to support decision-making. Build and maintain strong internal relationships across the organization. Cost Optimization and Value Delivery Identify cost savings and cost avoidance opportunities without compromising quality or performance. Track and report on procurement performance metrics, including savings, compliance, and efficiency improvements. Qualifications Education Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or a related field required Experience Minimum 8 years of experience in strategic sourcing or procurement, with a focus on indirect categories Proven success in leading complex sourcing initiatives and high-stakes supplier negotiations Experience working in a large, matrixed, and cross-functional corporate environment Track record of delivering measurable cost savings, operational efficiencies, and supplier performance improvements Skills and Competencies Advanced negotiation and influencing skills Strong financial and commercial acumen Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills High attention to detail and strategic mindset Collaborative and business-oriented mindset; effective at influencing cross-functional stakeholders Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with an ability to distill complex topics for senior audiences Self-starter who thrives in fast-paced, mission-driven biotech environments Committed to continuous improvement, with a strong sense of accountability and adaptability Our Culture At SharkNinja, we don’t just raise the bar—we push past it every single day.
Our Outrageously Extraordinary mindset
drives us to tackle the impossible, push boundaries, and deliver results that others only dream of. If you thrive on breaking out of your swim lane, you’ll be right at home. What We Offer We offer competitive health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, employee stock purchase options, wellness programs, SharkNinja product discounts, and more.
We empower your personal and professional growth
with high impact Learning Programs featuring bold voices redefining what’s possible.
When you join, you’re not just part of a company—you’re part of an outrageously extraordinary community.
To gether, we won’t just launch products—
we’ll disrupt entire markets. At SharkNinja, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are vital to our global success. Valuing each unique voice and blending all of our diverse skills strengthens SharkNinja’s innovation every day. We support ALL associates in bringing their authentic selves to work, making an impact, and having the opportunity for career acceleration. With help from our leadership, associates, and our community, we aim to have equity be a key component of the SharkNinja DNA. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other class protected by legislation, and local law. SharkNinja will consider reasonable accommodations consistent with legislation, and local law. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact SharkNinja People & Culture ataccommodations@sharkninja.com Create a Job Alert Interested in building your career at SharkNinja? Get future opportunities sent straight to your email. Apply for this job
* indicates a required field First Name * Last Name * Email * Phone Location (City) * Resume/CV Enter manually Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf Enter manually Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf LinkedIn Profile Website Are you legally authorized to work in the United States? * Select... Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B visa status)? * Select... Are you comfortable to be in the office specified on the job description, 3 days a week? * Select... What is your current company? * Are you subject to any noncompete nondisclosure/confidentiality agreement? * Select... I would like to receive updates from a recruiter about this job via SMS. * Select... How did you hear about us? * Select... You can choose to receive recruitment marketing communications from us, including updates on job opportunities, career advice, and recruitment events. Select yes if you wish to receive email communications from our recruitment team. You can update your preferences or withdraw consent at any time. To learn more about how we handle your personal data including your rights, and how to opt out of marketing please visit ouhttps://sharkninja.com/candidate-privacy-notice/ * Select... U.S. Standard Demographic Questions
At SharkNinja, we take pride in our uniqueness. Our innovation extends beyond our products to the way we work, embracing diversity as a cornerstone of our success. We recognize that our differences make us stronger, more creative, and better at what we do. Our workforce should reflect the diversity of our customer base, which is why our recruitment commitment is to truly be an exemplary, equal opportunity employer, fostering a welcoming and inclusive workplace. We are looking for you as a valued candidate, to help us achieve our commitment by participating in this short questionnaire. You can choose if you want to complete the questions, if you do your answers will help us to ensure our hiring practices are inclusive, and in return we commit to treating the information you provide with respect by applying technical measures to your response to remove it from your candidate record. How will we use the data? None of the hiring team will have access to your responses, therefore the information you provide will NOT be used as part of your application process. The data will be used to report on our recruitment process and its success in supporting Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion. You can exercise your Data Subject Rights at any point during or after our recruitment process. For more information, please visit our Candidate Privacy Notice here How would you describe your gender identity? (mark all that apply) Select... How would you describe your racial/ethnic background? (mark all that apply) Select... How would you describe your sexual orientation? (mark all that apply) Select... Do you identify as transgender? Select... Do you have a disability or chronic condition (physical, visual, auditory, cognitive, mental, emotional, or other) that substantially limits one or more of your major life activities, including mobility, communication (seeing, hearing, speaking), and learning? Select... Are you a veteran or active member of the United States Armed Forces? Select...
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