Indirect Procurement Lead

Lacoste; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Lacoste is seeking a strategic leader for the Indirect Procurement function across the NORCAM region. This role involves building and embedding processes aligned with corporate objectives, while fostering partnerships with senior leaders.

The ideal candidate should possess over 5 years of experience in indirect procurement, strong stakeholder engagement skills, and excel in contract management. The company values teamwork and integrity, and offers a dynamic working environment that embraces continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 5–7+ years of progressive experience in indirect procurement.
• Proven ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders.
• Strong experience in contract management.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement the regional indirect procurement strategy.
• Lead end-to-end sourcing processes including complex RFPs.
• Build and manage strategic supplier panels.

Skills

Indirect procurement experience

Stakeholder management

Contract management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Summary

At the crossroads of fashion and sport, Lacoste creates and liberates movement. Both universal and timeless, the brand transcends cultures and generations, elevating the crocodile as a rally sign. An iconic French brand present in nearly 100 countries, Lacoste stands out for its unique know‑how in each of its areas of expertise, from garment factory to omnichannel distribution. At Lacoste, elegance goes beyond style. This elegance guides all its actions and its social and environmental commitments. Working at Lacoste is belonging to a community of 8,500 employees on the move to build the future. The company brings together talents from all walks of life, embracing their differences. Lacoste is one of the inspiring brands driven by passionate people within the MF Brands Group, alongside Aigle, Gant, Tecnifibre and the Kooples.

Job Description

This is a strategic, high‑impact leadership role within a global premium brand, responsible for building, structuring, and scaling the Indirect Procurement function across the NORCAM region (U.S. & Canada). Serving as a key business partner, this role sits at the intersection of strategy, transformation, and execution, with direct visibility to senior leadership. It is designed for a leader who thrives in environments where structures must be created, embedded, and continuously optimized, rather than inherited. The position reports to the Regional CFO and operates in close alignment with the Global Indirect Procurement organization across Europe, APAC, and LATAM.

Essential Job Responsibilities

Strategy & Transformation

• Define and implement the regional indirect procurement strategy, aligned with global standards and business objectives
• Position procurement as a trusted advisor and indispensable partner to the business
• Establish and embed procurement processes, tools, governance, and best practices across the region

Commercial & Sourcing Leadership

• Identify, prioritize, and deliver high‑impact cost optimization initiatives across key spend categories
• Lead end‑to‑end sourcing processes, including complex RFPs, supplier evaluations, and contract negotiations
• Provide expert commercial guidance to business leaders on major procurement initiatives

Supplier & Performance Management

• Build and manage strategic supplier panels, ensuring high performance, value delivery, and risk mitigation
• Implement supplier governance frameworks including KPIs, performance reviews, and continuous improvement plans

Stakeholder Engagement

• Develop strong partnerships with Finance and senior business leaders to drive alignment, accountability, and value creation
• Influence decision‑making through strong communication, data‑driven insights, and credibility

Governance & Compliance

• Establish and enforce procurement policies, controls, and contractual standards
• Ensure compliance with internal guidelines and external regulatory requirements

Project Leadership

• Support and lead special procurement initiatives and cross‑functional transformation projects as required

Qualifications & Experience

• 5–7+ years of progressive experience in indirect procurement, including sourcing, RFP management, and vendor negotiations
• Proven ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders across multiple functions
• Strong experience in contract management and detailed contract review
• Demonstrated success operating in fast‑paced, evolving environments with shifting priorities

Core Competencies

• Strategic mindset combined with strong execution capabilities
• Exceptional relationship‑building and collaboration skills
• High level of integrity, accountability, and professional ethics
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint
• Ability to drive change and build structure in ambiguous environments
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively across all levels of the organization

Company Values And Traits

Play as One Team

• Showing respect towards everyone
• Commitment for the team’s work and decisions

Play With Elegance

• Striving for excellence
• Treating others with fair play and humility

Play By Daring

• Having the courage to speak up, experiment and take initiative
• To explore new opportunities

Play With Tenacity

• Constantly seek continuous improvement
• Learning from our failures

This job description is not intended to be exhaustive. It can be changed orally or in writing at any time by the discretion of management. We as Lacoste associates must also always ensure that all functions of our position are represented with our core values.