Category Manager | Indirect

Michael Page; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision benefits

Annual bonus

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

MPI seeks a Procurement Manager - Indirect to lead sourcing strategies for utility services, facilities, and related indirect spend in Indianapolis. You will manage supplier negotiations, drive cost savings, and align procurement with business objectives across cross-functional teams.

The role emphasizes contract administration, supplier performance monitoring, and reporting to leadership while supporting continuous improvement initiatives within the function.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• 5+ years of procurement or sourcing experience.
• 3+ years managing indirect procurement or facilities spend.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic sourcing plans for indirect procurement categories.
• Lead supplier negotiations to achieve cost savings.
• Build and maintain relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Analyze market trends to identify cost-saving opportunities and risks.
• Monitor supplier performance and ensure contract compliance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align procurement strategies with business objectives.
• Prepare procurement reports and recommendations to leadership.
• Drive continuous improvement within the procurement function.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Negotiation

Supplier management

Contract administration

Data analysis

Stakeholder collaboration

Reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Job description

Procurement Manager - Indirect

The Procurement Manager - Indirect is responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies for utility services, facility operations, maintenance, capital projects, and related indirect spend categories. This role manages supplier relationships, negotiates contracts, drives cost savings initiatives, and partners with stakeholders to ensure reliable, cost-effective services that support business operations.

Job Description

• Develop and execute strategic sourcing plans for indirect procurement categories.
• Lead supplier negotiations to achieve cost savings and favorable contract terms.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Analyze market trends to identify cost-saving opportunities and risks.
• Monitor supplier performance and ensure compliance with contract terms.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align procurement strategies with business objectives.
• Prepare and present procurement reports and recommendations to leadership.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the procurement function.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Facilities Management, Construction Management, or related field.
• 5+ years of procurement, strategic sourcing, category management, or supply chain experience.
• 3+ years managing facilities, utilities, construction, capital projects, or indirect procurement categories.
• Experience negotiating service contracts, maintenance agreements, and utility-related spend.
• Strong understanding of supplier management, contract administration, and strategic sourcing methodologies.
• Experience supporting manufacturing, distribution, industrial, healthcare, life sciences, or corporate facilities environments preferred.
• Professional certifications such as CPSM, CPM, CSCP, or similar are a plus.

What's on Offer

• Competitive base salary
• Annual bonus opportunity
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holiday benefits
• Professional development opportunities