Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced and strategic Manager – SCM (Indirect Procurement) to oversee and optimize our indirect sourcing and procurement operations. In this role, you will be responsible for developing sourcing strategies, managing vendor relationships, negotiating contracts, and driving cost-saving initiatives across all non-production spend categories (e.g., IT, marketing, facilities, skilled services). The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical skills, exceptional negotiation capabilities, and a proven track record of managing end-to-end indirect procurement lifecycles.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Sourcing & Procurement
• Develop and execute comprehensive indirect procurement strategies aligned with organizational goals to optimize spend and drive value.
• Lead end-to-end strategic sourcing initiatives, including market research, Request for Proposal (RFP/RFQ) management, and commercial evaluations.
• Identify cost-reduction opportunities and implement process improvements to enhance procurement efficiency.

Vendor & Stakeholder Management




• Establish and maintain robust, team-oriented relationships with key internal stakeholders to understand their business requirements and demand pipelines.
• Manage supplier relationships, monitor vendor performance against KPIs/SLAs, and conduct regular business reviews.
• Serve as the primary escalation point for vendor performance issues, driving swift and effective resolutions.

Contract Management & Compliance
• Draft, negotiate, and finalize complex commercial contracts, service level agreements (SLAs), and non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) in partnership with the legal team.
• Ensure strict adherence to company procurement policies, financial guidelines, and relevant regulatory compliance.

Analytics & Reporting
• Analyze spend data and market trends to provide actionable insights and monthly financial reporting to leadership.
• Monitor budget utilization across indirect spend categories and

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