Strategic Sourcing Manager - Indirect Spend

Tolmar; Windsor, Chicago (CO, IL); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote or hybrid work options

Domestic travel opportunities

Job summary

Tolmar is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Manager - Indirect Spend to lead enterprise sourcing across Commercial, Marketing and IT categories, with a focus on cost reduction and supplier performance.

Collaborate with Legal, Finance, HR, Facilities, IT, Commercial, and Marketing to develop category strategies, negotiate favorable terms, and drive measurable savings while ensuring compliance and governance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 4+ years of procurement/indirect sourcing/category management experience.
• Experience supporting Commercial/Marketing/IT stakeholders.
• Experience leading sourcing projects, negotiations, and cross-functional influence.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing, evaluation, and selection of suppliers across indirect spend categories.
• Develop and maintain category strategies aligned with enterprise priorities.
• Partner with Commercial, Marketing, and IT to source services and platforms.
• Negotiate contracts and optimize licensing and vendor terms; ensure data security compliance.
• Manage supplier performance, risk assessments, and vendor relationships.

Skills

Executive presence

Microsoft Office Suite

procurement tools

GenAI in procurement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Marketing, IT, or related field

Tools

e-sourcing tools

Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM)

RFx platforms

Procurement/project management tools

Job description

Strategic Sourcing Manager - Indirect Spend

The Strategic Sourcing Manager - Indirect Spend leads enterprise sourcing initiatives across a wide range of non-product categories, with an immediate focus on identifying and driving high-impact Commercial and Marketing spend initiatives, while also maintaining strong competency in IT sourcing and the ability to partner effectively with technology stakeholders.

• Lead sourcing, evaluation, and selection of suppliers across indirect spend categories using market intelligence, benchmarking, competitive bid processes, and total cost‑of‑ownership analysis.
• Develop, execute and maintain category strategies aligned with enterprise priorities and stakeholder needs (Commercial, Marketing, and IT).
• Partner with Commercial and Marketing teams to source creative agencies, digital marketing services, events/tradeshow partners, advertising vendors, and market research providers.
• Support Marketing Operations by sourcing digital platforms, content development services, analytics tools, and marketing technology (MarTech) solutions.
• Collaborate with IT leadership to source and negotiate software licenses, hardware, SaaS solutions, cybersecurity services, and IT consulting support.
• Lead IT contract negotiations focused on optimizing licensing structures, reducing cost and redundancy, and ensuring compliance with subscription data security requirements.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for indirect suppliers, managing commercial terms, service levels, performance metrics, and issue escalation/resolution.
• Oversee supplier qualification, performance management and risk assessments, including financial stability, compliance, business continuity, and reputational risk.
• Ensure timely planning and procurement of services and indirect materials in alignment with project and departmental needs.
• Partner cross‑functionally with Legal, Finance, HR, Facilities, IT, Commercial, and Marketing stakeholders to define requirements and achieve optimal business outcomes.
• Drive sourcing initiatives that deliver measurable cost savings, operational efficiency, and improved service quality.
• Maintain audit ready sourcing documentation, supplier scorecards, contract files and category records.
• Provide strategic guidance and escalation support for supplier issues and complex stakeholder negotiations.
  • Mentor junior sourcing professionals by providing training on category strategies, procurement processes, tools and engagement best practices.
  • Identify opportunities to enhance sourcing processes, tools, workflows, and evaluation criteria.
  • Represent the organization at industry forums, conferences, and supplier events to stay current on market trends and emerging capabilities.
  • Foster a culture of collaboration, transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Demonstrated executive presence with the ability to act as the "CEO of the category," owning strategy development, stakeholder alignment, and execution from concept through delivery.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, procurement/project management tools (e-sourcing, CLM, RFx platforms), and demonstrated interest or experience in leveraging GenAI and emerging digital procurement technologies to support Commercial, Marketing, and IT sourcing outcomes.
• Proven change management capability, including the ability to educate stakeholders, influence adoption, and reinforce procurement engagement and governance policies across Commercial, Marketing, and IT functions.

Core Values

This positionis expected tooperatewithin the framework ofTolmar’sCore Values:

• Center on People: Wecommit tosupportthe well-being of our patients. We are committed to treating our employees and those we serve as valued partners. By placing people at the heart of our actions, we actively engage, invigorate,acquireknowledge, and grow together.
• Are Proactive & Agile:Weembody a culture of engagement and action. With a hands‑on approach, we fearlessly adapt to change. Weanticipate, respond swiftly and efficientlyto ignite a spirit that propels us towards extraordinary outcomes.
• Act Ethically:Weare committed to consistently conducting our business in an ethical, compliant, and socially aware manner, in line with our purpose of positivelyimpactinglives. We actively cultivate diversity, equity,inclusion& sustainabilityin our workplace.
• Constantly Improve:We are committed to a collaborative & proactive effort to improveour products, systems, processes, and services by reducing waste, increasing efficiency & improving quality.
• Are Accountable:We think, act, and communicate with honesty, transparency, and clarity in alignment with our core values. We don't compromise our values for near term gain. We take accountability & ownership of our work, actions, successes, and setbacks. We strive to deliver our best as we shape the future.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Marketing, IT, or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Four or more years of relevant experience in procurement, indirect sourcing, supply chain, or category management.
• Prior experience supporting Commercial, Marketing, and/or IT stakeholders through strategic sourcing or vendor management strongly preferred.
• Experience leading sourcing projects, managing negotiations, and influencing cross‑functional teams.

Working Conditions

• Typical office environment with options for remote and/or hybrid work arrangements.
• Occasional domestic travel for supplier visits, internal meetings, or industry events.

Compensation and Benefits

• Pay: $100,000 to $112,000, depending on experience

Tolmar compensation programs are focused on equitable, fair pay practices including market-based base pay and a strong benefits package. The final compensation offered may vary from the posted range based on the selected candidates qualifications and experience.

Tolmar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis age 40 and over, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or any other applicable status protected by state or local law. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions are based on job-related factors.

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