Strategic Indirect Procurement Specialist, Americas

BELIMO Holding AG; Danbury (CT); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Belimo is seeking a Strategic Indirect Procurement Specialist for the Americas. The role leads regional indirect category management across the Americas, including Professional Services, Facilities & Real Estate, IT, Marketing, and MRO, reporting to the Global Indirect Procurement Strategic Process Manager.

You will develop regional strategies, lead RFx processes, negotiate contracts, and partner with stakeholders to optimize costs and drive value, while ensuring P2P execution in SAP and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• 7+ years of indirect sourcing experience in an international, matrix environment.
• Strong knowledge of strategic sourcing methodologies, including RFx (RFI/RFP/RFQ).
• Proven experience leading supplier negotiations and contracting.
• Experience driving cross-functional projects and change management.
• Willingness to travel approximately 10%.

Responsibilities

• Lead regional ownership of indirect goods and services across the Americas.
• Develop and execute regional sourcing strategies aligned with global objectives.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to translate needs into sourcing solutions.
• Lead end-to-end RFx processes (RFI, RFP, RFQ).
• Negotiate and manage supplier contracts to secure favorable terms.
• Identify cost savings and value via total cost of ownership and consolidation.
• Monitor supplier performance against KPIs and drive continuous improvements.
• Support P2P execution in SAP and ensure policy compliance.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

RFx processes

Supplier negotiations

Cross-functional partnering

Project/change management

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SAP

Job description

Strategic Indirect Procurement Specialist, Americas

The Strategic Sourcing/Procurement Specialist for indirect materials has regional responsibility of strategic sourcing of indirect goods and services: professional services, facility- and real estate services including property/equipment rental/leasing, IT, Marketing, MRO etc. This position is part of the Americas Purchasing team, reports to the Global Indirect Procurement Strategic Process Manager and bears full responsibility for agreed upon goals and objectives.

What You'll Do

• Regional Category Ownership
  Lead the strategic sourcing and category management of indirect goods and services across the Americas, including Professional Services, Facilities & Real Estate, IT, Marketing, and MRO, ensuring alignment, efficiency, and value creation.
• Strategy Development & Execution
  Develop, implement, and continuously optimize regional sourcing strategies in alignment with global procurement objectives, driving standardization, cost efficiency, and risk mitigation.
• Cross-Functional Business Partnering
  Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders to understand current and future business needs, translating requirements into effective sourcing strategies and procurement solutions.
• RFx Process Leadership
  Manage and execute end-to-end competitive sourcing processes (RFI, RFP, RFQ), ensuring compliance, transparency, and robust supplier evaluation aligned with procurement policies.
• Supplier Negotiation & Contract Management
  Lead supplier negotiations and contracting activities to secure favorable commercial terms, service levels, and risk-balanced agreements in alignment with company standards.
• Cost Optimization & Value Delivery
  Identify, validate, and implement cost-saving initiatives and value creation opportunities through total cost of ownership (TCO), demand management, and consolidation strategies.
• Market Intelligence & Supplier Development
  Monitor market, risks, and innovations; develop and maintain strong supplier relationships to support performance, innovation, and long-term partnerships.
• Procure-to-Pay (P2P) Execution
  Ensure accurate and timely creation of purchase orders (POs) in SAP, in compliance with approved requisitions, internal policies, and audit requirements.
• Performance Monitoring & Continuous Improvement
  Track supplier performance against defined KPIs and drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance service quality, efficiency, and stakeholder satisfaction.

Who You Are

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of seven (7) years of experience in indirect sourcing within an international business environment, preferably operating in a matrix organization.
• Strong knowledge of strategic sourcing methodologies, including end-to-end RFx processes (RFI, RFP, RFQ), and demonstrated success leading supplier negotiations.
• Proven experience in project and change management, with the ability to drive initiatives across cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, taking full ownership of procurement strategies and results across multiple organizational levels.
• Solid experience sourcing across indirect categories such as Professional Services, Facilities, IT, Marketing, and MRO.
• Readiness to travel (ca. 10%).

Who We Are

At Belimo, we take pride in making our company a rewarding place to work. Our leaders are value-driven and encourage new ideas in their teams around the world. Through our passion, our employees are not only creating amazing products, they are revolutionizing the HVAC industry. Investing in our people is at the heart of Belimo's approach to engaging diverse creative talent to grow an industry-leading company. The success of our corporate brand is based on the expertise and commitment of each individual.

Belimo is committed to paying all employees in a fair, equitable and transparent manner. The base pay for this position ranges from $90,000 - $115,000 annually with a target performance bonus of 10% of an employee’s annual base salary. Compensation is based on several factors including geographic location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, education and experience. Belimo is a total compensation company which includes a comprehensive benefits package including a full range of medical, financial, and other competitive benefits. Belimo is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or support such as H1B, TN, E-3, CPT, OPT, STEM OPT, or employment based permanent residence processes, now or in the future.

Location: United States of America, Danbury. Category: Production/Manufacturing Department Purchasing AM. Job type: Permanent. Job flexibility: Hybrid. Recruiter: Katherine Smallhorn.