Strategic Indirect Sourcing Lead

Morgan Hunter; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan Hunter is assisting a client in finding an Indirect Purchasing Manager in Lenexa, KS. The role blends strategic sourcing across Marketing, IT, HR & Benefits, and Fleet with hands-on project ownership to drive cost savings and supplier value.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years in procurement, strong negotiation and analytics, and be comfortable leading cross-functional initiatives with stakeholders from multiple departments.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in procurement, strategic sourcing, or category management.
• Experience managing multiple indirect purchasing categories.
• Strong negotiation, contract management, and sourcing skills.
• Experience with spend analysis, cost reduction, and supplier performance management.
• Experience with Coupa or similar platforms preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies across indirect spend categories (Marketing, Fleet, HR & Benefits, IT).
• Identify cost savings through spend analysis and supplier evaluations.
• Lead supplier selection, contract negotiations, and vendor relationship management.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand purchasing needs and develop effective solutions.
• Evaluate supplier performance, contract risks, and opportunities to improve value.
• Manage multiple sourcing initiatives while balancing strategy and hands-on execution.
• Work with Finance to track spending, savings, and purchasing performance.
• Support broader procurement initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Supplier negotiation

Project ownership

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Tools

Coupa

Job description

Morgan Hunter is assisting a client in finding an Indirect Purchasing Manager in Lenexa, KS. The role blends strategic sourcing across Marketing, IT, HR & Benefits, and Fleet with hands-on project ownership to drive cost savings and supplier value.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years in procurement, strong negotiation and analytics, and be comfortable leading cross-functional initiatives with stakeholders from multiple departments.