Indirect Purchasing Manager

Morgan Hunter Companies; Lenexa (KS); Sur place; USD 90 000 - 130 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Morgan Hunter is assisting a client in finding an Indirect Purchasing Manager in Lenexa, KS. The role blends strategic sourcing across Marketing, IT, HR & Benefits, and Fleet with hands-on project ownership to drive cost savings and supplier value.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years in procurement, strong negotiation and analytics, and be comfortable leading cross-functional initiatives with stakeholders from multiple departments.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in procurement, strategic sourcing, or category management.
• Experience managing multiple indirect purchasing categories.
• Strong negotiation, contract management, and sourcing skills.
• Experience with spend analysis, cost reduction, and supplier performance management.
• Experience with Coupa or similar platforms preferred.

Responsabilités

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies across indirect spend categories (Marketing, Fleet, HR & Benefits, IT).
• Identify cost savings through spend analysis and supplier evaluations.
• Lead supplier selection, contract negotiations, and vendor relationship management.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand purchasing needs and develop effective solutions.
• Evaluate supplier performance, contract risks, and opportunities to improve value.
• Manage multiple sourcing initiatives while balancing strategy and hands-on execution.
• Work with Finance to track spending, savings, and purchasing performance.
• Support broader procurement initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.

Connaissances

Strategic sourcing

Supplier negotiation

Project ownership

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder management

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Outils

Coupa

Description du poste

Our client is seeking an Indirect Purchasing Manager to join their team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys combining strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, and cost optimization with hands‑on project ownership. The ideal candidate is proactive, analytical, and comfortable working with stakeholders across multiple departments. They can develop purchasing strategies, build strong supplier relationships, identify opportunities for improvement, and take ownership of initiatives from start to finish.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies across indirect spend categories, including Marketing, Fleet, HR & Benefits, and IT.
• Identify cost savings and process improvements through spend analysis and supplier evaluations.
• Lead supplier selection, contract negotiations, and vendor relationship management.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to understand purchasing needs and develop effective solutions.
• Evaluate supplier performance, contract risks, and opportunities to improve overall value.
• Manage multiple sourcing initiatives while balancing strategic planning with hands‑on execution.
• Collaborate with Finance and other departments to track spending, savings, and purchasing performance.
• Support broader procurement initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or category management.
• Experience managing multiple indirect purchasing categories.
• Strong supplier negotiation, contract management, and strategic sourcing experience.
• Experience with spend analysis, cost reduction, and supplier performance management.
• Experience with Coupa or similar procurement and spend management platforms preferred.
• Ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders across multiple departments.
• Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and comfortable working independently.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field.