Indirect Spend Category Manager

Lutron Electronics Co., Inc; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Lutron Electronics, headquartered in Coopersburg, PA, seeks an Indirect Spend Category Manager to lead IT software contracts and technology spend. This role drives strategic sourcing, category management, and cost reduction across our indirect tech spend, partnering with Finance, Legal, IT, and Operations to deliver value.

Responsibilities include developing three-year spend strategies, negotiating with suppliers, tracking KPIs, and implementing process improvements to increase efficiency and

Qualifications

• Proven experience in indirect spend and software/service contracts.
• Strong analytical and negotiation skills.
• Ability to partner with cross-functional teams and vendors.
• Knowledge of IT procurement fundamentals and risk mitigation.

Responsibilities

• Develop a three-year strategy for software indirect spend and drive savings.
• Lead supplier negotiations and set winning contract strategies.
• Collaborate with Finance, Legal, IT, and Operations to align objectives.
• Track KPIs and implement process improvements to reduce risk and increase efficiency.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Category management

Contract negotiation

Stakeholder collaboration

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Operations, Business, or related field

Job description

Overview

Lutron is seeking a collaborative and results-driven Indirect Spend Category Manager to lead the strategic sourcing and category management of IT-related goods and services, at our Corporate Headquarters in Coopersburg, PA, with a primary focus on software contracts and technology spend.

In this role, you will be responsible for developing and executing category strategies that drive cost savings, operational efficiency, and long-term business value. You will partner closely with stakeholders across Finance, Legal, IT, Operations, Human Resources, Project Management, and other business functions to understand evolving business needs, strengthen supplier relationships, optimize procurement processes, and ensure procurement strategies align with organizational objectives. Through data-driven decision-making and strategic supplier management, you will help maximize value while mitigating risk across Lutron's indirect technology spend.

Responsibilities

Stakeholder Engagement & Strategy Development:

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to deeply understand their needs, provide strategic guidance, and ensure alignment with procurement objectives.


• Work closely with category business leaders to gain insights into current and future business requirements, ensuring alignment with long-term goals.

Cost Savings & Value Optimization:

• Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities, driving Year-over-Year (YoY) savings while reporting monthly to the leadership team on progress.


• Develop a comprehensive 3-year strategy for the Software Indirect Procurement Spend, focused on achieving optimal value, efficiency, and cost reductions.


• Translate category strategies into actionable plans, ensuring successful execution and realization of savings.

Category Management & Contract Negotiation:

• Lead negotiations with suppliers, establishing and executing negotiation strategies and tactics to drive favorable outcomes.


• Ensure that supplier performance consistently meets Lutron’s standards for quality, delivery, and cost.

Process Improvement & Procurement Efficiency:

• Identify and implement process improvements within procurement operations to enhance efficiency, reduce risk, and increase overall effectiveness.


• Stay informed about industry trends, emerging technologies, and potential risks to anticipate opportunities and challenges within the software contracts category.

Reporting & Performance Tracking:

• Track, report, and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess the effectiveness of category strategies and procurement activities.


• Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies, ethical standards, and relevant regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; a degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Operations, Business, or a related field preferred.


• 12+ years of experience post academics.


• 5+ years of relevant experience in procurement and indirect spend category management – preferable within software service contracts.


• Proven analytical skills with the ability to identify inefficiencies and recommend process enhancements


• Working In-depth knowledge of IT Procurement and fundamentals, IT specific category specific knowledge


• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build collaborative partnerships with cross-functional teams and third-party vendors


• You are authorized to work in the U.S. and will not require Lutron to sponsor you for any work visa, such as an H-1B, either immediately or at any time in the future. Lutron does not offer work visa sponsorship for this position.

Lutron Electronics’ position as theworldwide leader in innovative lighting control and shading solutions has enabled consistent, annual growth. Our company has cultivated a reputation of unsurpassed quality, a broad range of technologies and product offerings, and a strong commitment to servicing our worldwide customers. This has allowed the company to invest in developing new technologies and services, expand our technical capabilities and global presence, and to find and retain the best talent. Build your career with Lutron where you will enjoy competitive compensation and benefits while exploring many options for continued growth and education. Make a difference every day in our dynamic, people-centric, technology-driven organization. For more information, view our website at www.lutron.com.

Lutron Electronics is an Equal Opportunity – Affirmative Action – Employer. We welcome qualified, motivated applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age,disability or genetics

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