Senior Manager - Indirect Sourcing Operations

Wesco; Glenview (IL); On-site; USD 135,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

Wesco seeks a Senior Manager - Indirect Sourcing Operations in Glenview, IL to design and scale an indirect procurement organization handling over $2B in annual spend. You will lead the operating model, drive Procure-to-Pay improvements, and partner with IT, Finance, and Business Operations.

You will implement governance, dashboards, and continuous improvement, shaping capabilities with Oracle Self Service and other platforms to ensure compliance and scalable processes enterprise-wide.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Operations, Information Systems, or related discipline required; Masters preferred.
• PMP, Lean Six Sigma, or equivalent certification preferred.
• 8 years of experience in Procurement Operations, Procurement Excellence, or related function.
• Experience supporting indirect procurement in large multisite or complex enterprise.
• Strong working knowledge of procurement technologies such as Oracle, Ariba, Coupa, or related platforms.
• Proven experience leading process transformation, operational improvement, or procurement technology initiatives.
• Demonstrated ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders across Finance, Operations, IT, Procurement, suppliers, and leadership.
• Ability to convert business needs into clear, efficient process flows and operating procedures.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, governance, reporting, and change management skills.
• Experience leading procurement transformation programs and enterprise Source-to-Pay operating models.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, implementation, and ongoing optimization of the indirect procurement operating model.
• Develop and optimize Procure-to-Pay processes and controls to align with policy and audit.
• Partner with IT to design future-state procurement capabilities; lead procurement tech initiatives including Oracle Self Service.
• Drive scalable process standardization, automation, and continuous improvement across indirect procurement operations.
• Develop and maintain procurement performance metrics, dashboards, and reporting; ensure policy compliance.
• Support supplier and internal stakeholder issue resolution; build scalable frameworks for growth.
• Collaborate with Sourcing Lead to ensure sourcing strategies transition to ongoing execution.

Job description

Job Description

As the Senior Manager - Indirect Sourcing Operations, you will be responsible for designing, optimizing, and managing the processes, controls, and support capabilities required to scale a best‑in‑class indirect procurement function. You will serve as the operational foundation for a new Indirect Procurement organization responsible for transforming the management of more than $2B in annual indirect spend. You will partner closely with Procurement Leadership, IT, Finance, and Business Operations to shape the technical capabilities, operational workflows, governance framework, and continuous improvement capabilities needed to support long‑term procurement excellence.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, implementation, and ongoing optimization of the indirect procurement operating model
• Develop and optimize Procure-to-Pay processes and controls to align with policy and audit requirement
• Partner with IT to design and implement future‑state procurement capabilities and system enhancements; serve as the primary business lead for procurement technology initiative involving Oracle Self Service procurement platform
• Drive scalable procurement process standardization, automation, and continuous improvement initiatives across indirect procurement operations
• Develop and maintain procurement performance metrics, dashboards, and reporting capabilities; ensure adherence to procurement policies, controls, and compliance requirements
• Support supplier and internal stakeholder issue resolution; build operational frameworks that enable future organizational growth
• Collaborate closely with the Sourcing Lead to ensure sourcing strategies transition effectively into ongoing operational execution

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree - Business, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Operations, Information Systems, or related discipline required; Masters Degree preferred
• Licenses/Certificates/Designations - PMP, Lean Six Sigma, or equivalent certification preferred
• 8 years of experience in Procurement Operations, Procurement Excellence, Supply Chain Operations, Indirect Procurement, or related operational function
• Experience supporting indirect procurement functions within large multisite or complex enterprise organization
• Strong working knowledge of procurement technologies such as Oracle, Ariba, Coupa, or related platforms
• Proven experience leading process transformation, operational improvement, or procurement technology initiatives
• Demonstrated ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders across Finance, Operations, IT, Procurement, suppliers, and business leadership
• Ability to convert business needs into clear, efficient process flows and operating procedures
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, governance, reporting, and change management skills
• Experience leading procurement transformation programs, procurement governance frameworks, or enterprise Source-to-Pay operating models preferred
• Experience shaping scalable procurement systems, compliance structures, dashboards, and operational frameworks that support enterprise growth preferred
• Ability to travel 0% - 25%

Compensation Details

Compensation Details: $134,561 - $185,021 Annually

This amount is what we reasonably believe we will pay for the position; however, offer amounts may vary based on factors such as geographic location, relevant education, experience, qualifications, skills, shift, or any collective bargaining agreements.

For eligible positions, compensation may include participation in a bonus or sales incentive plan, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plan documents. For certain sales roles, Wesco also offers a commission structure that provides additional compensation based on sales results, as defined by the applicable commission plan.

In addition, Wesco offers a benefits program for eligible employees, which may include paid time off, medical, dental, and vision coverage, and retirement savings plans. Additional details about benefits are available here .

About The Team

At Wesco, we build, connect, power and protect the world. As a leading provider of business-to-business distribution, logistics services and supply chain solutions, we create a world that you can depend on.

Our Company’s greatest asset is our people. Wesco is committed to fostering a workplace where every individual is respected, valued, and empowered to succeed. We promote a culture that is grounded in teamwork and respect. With a workforce of over 20,000 people worldwide, we embrace the unique perspectives each person brings. Through comprehensive benefits and active community engagement, we create an environment where every team member has the opportunity to thrive.

Founded in 1922 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, Wesco is a publicly traded (NYSE: WCC) FORTUNE 500® company.

Wesco International, Inc., including its subsidiaries and affiliates (“Wesco”) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law. US applicants only, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Los Angeles Unincorporated County Candidates Only: Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.

This posting is for a current, active vacancy intended for immediate hire.