Procurement & Vendor Manager - WSS

Foot Locker

Gardena (CA)

Hybrid

USD 82,000 - 116,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

Self-Development Programs

Bonus Incentive Program

401k Retirement Plan

Employee Discount

Job summary

Foot Locker is seeking a Procurement Specialist based in Gardena, California. This hybrid role involves implementing comprehensive procurement strategies and leading cross-functional partnerships to support new store developments. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in procurement or vendor management.

Responsibilities include contract governance, financial analysis, and fostering relationships with key suppliers and internal stakeholders. A Bachelor’s degree and proficiency with Microsoft 365 are essential. Benefits include competitive salary, health coverage, and employee discounts.

Qualifications

Minimum of 5 years of experience in procurement, vendor management, or related field.
Strong understanding of contract negotiation and strategic sourcing preferred.
Ability to travel periodically to supplier sites, retail locations, and distribution centers.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement comprehensive procurement strategies.
Own and standardize the company-wide contract review process.
Partner with teams to support new store builds and ongoing maintenance.

Skills

Leadership and team development

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field

Master’s degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

Overview

Great brands reflect culture. The best ones help shape it. At Foot Locker, we’re rooted in sport, powered by style, and driven by the communities that move both. From Foot Locker and Kids Foot Locker to Champs Sports, WSS, and atmos, our brands sit at the intersection of sport, style, and self‑expression.

As part of the DICK’S Sporting Goods family, you’re backed by the resources, reach, and career opportunities of a world‑class sports company. That unleashes Foot Locker to keep pushing forward with the agility and edge that define the brand. We’re looking for great people who want to influence culture and the generation that is shaping what’s next.

Whether you’re building strategy, shaping innovations, or creating unforgettable customer moments, you’ll contribute to decisions and experiences that define our brands’ impact in the communities we serve.

Come change the game with us. Apply today!

This hybrid position will be located at our WSS office. Expectations for hybrid in‑office schedule is three days a week, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.

Responsibilities

Procurement Processes and Strategies

Strategic Leadership: Partner with Senior Management to develop and implement comprehensive procurement strategies that focus on value‑added processes and cost efficiencies.
Contract Governance: Own and standardize the company‑wide contract review and approval process, ensuring consistency in terms, risk mitigation, and alignment with legal, finance, and operational requirements.
Operational Excellence: Lead root‑cause analysis on spend inefficiencies, vendor performance issues, and operational bottlenecks; implement and oversee corrective action plans.
Strategic Sourcing: Challenge the status quo by identifying non‑obvious savings opportunities, including spec changes, vendor consolidation, and demand management rather than just price negotiation.
Performance Culture: Provide leadership to the Procurement Team, fostering a high‑performance environment centered on continuous improvement and strategic thinking.

Store Development & Facilities Support

Cross‑Functional Partnership: Partner directly with Store Development, Construction, and Facilities teams to support new store builds, remodels, and ongoing maintenance programs.
Service Agreement Management: Evaluate and negotiate multi‑year service agreements (e.g., HVAC, repairs, janitorial) with a heavy focus on equipment uptime and total lifecycle cost.
Value Engineering: Collaborate on value engineering initiatives to identify cost savings in materials, design specs, and build processes without compromising brand standards or durability.

Financial Impact & Compliance

Financial Analysis: Evaluate sourcing decisions through a P&L and ROI lens, managing the impact on both capital expenditure (CapEx) and operating expenses (OpEx).
Planning & Forecasting: Support financial planning by maintaining a pipeline of savings and providing accurate forecasting for spend and potential market headwinds.
Departmental Administration: Manage departmental financial processes, oversee corporate credit card compliance, and assist in streamlining travel and procurement policies.
Relationship Management: Influence and cultivate strong relationships across the organization and with key external suppliers to achieve enterprise goals.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education / Experience Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, Finance, Accounting, or a related field is essential. A master’s degree in a related field is highly preferred.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in procurement, vendor management, or a related field.
Experience in the use of Microsoft 365 software is a must.
Experience with contract negotiation, vendor management, and strategic sourcing preferred.

Other Skills And Abilities

Ability to lead and develop team members while driving results.
Strong communication and influencing skills.
Ability to independently lead initiatives and manage multiple priorities.
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to draw sound conclusions.
Self‑starter with strong attention to detail, initiative, and follow‑through.
Ability to sit or stand for extended periods and occasionally lift up to 20 pounds.
Ability to travel periodically to supplier sites, retail locations, and distribution centers (10% travel).

Benefits

The annual base salary range is $82,000 - $116,000 / year. This range represents the anticipated low and high end of the salary for this position. Salary will be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data. Salary is one component of the WSS total compensation package, which includes the below.