Strategic Indirect Procurement Leader

Radiant; El Segundo, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Medical benefits

On-site meals

Job summary

Radiant, based in El Segundo, CA, is seeking an Indirect Procurement Manager to lead sourcing, negotiation, and supplier management across indirect categories. You will partner with Engineering, Operations, Finance, and Production to ensure suppliers meet Radiant’s technical, quality, and commercial requirements.

The role emphasizes strategic sourcing, supplier risk management, and process improvements in a fast-paced, regulated environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or related field.
• 3–8 years of indirect procurement, strategic sourcing, or supply chain experience, preferably in tech, energy, or industrial sectors.
• Proven track record in negotiating and managing complex service agreements and contracts.
• Strong understanding of RFQ/RFP, category management, and procure-to-pay processes.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Sourcing & Category Management for indirect categories including IT, Professional Services, MRO, consumables, and R&D collaborations.
• Lead high-stakes negotiations for MSAs, SOWs, and licensing agreements with external providers, including labs and universities.
• Own Facilities & MRO procurement including maintenance, security, utilities, and lab build-out projects.
• Manage supplier contracts lifecycle: MSAs, NDAs, PO terms, risk mitigation.
• Oversee procure-to-pay lifecycle and ensure timely delivery and SLA adherence.
• Build and maintain SRM relationships and conduct regular business reviews.
• Analyze market trends and total cost of ownership to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Assess and mitigate supply chain risks related to indirect procurement.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to resolve supply issues and support programs.
• Contribute to procurement policy and system improvements for efficiency and compliance.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Negotiation

SRM

Procurement processes

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

MS Excel

Job description

Radiant, based in El Segundo, CA, is seeking an Indirect Procurement Manager to lead sourcing, negotiation, and supplier management across indirect categories. You will partner with Engineering, Operations, Finance, and Production to ensure suppliers meet Radiant’s technical, quality, and commercial requirements.

The role emphasizes strategic sourcing, supplier risk management, and process improvements in a fast-paced, regulated environment.