Indirect Category Manager

Does this position interest you? You should apply – even if you don’t match every single requirement! We're known as an auto glass company. That's the focus of what we do. But beyond the glass, we're so much more. We'll help you build a fulfilling career and encourage you to have a life. Let us be the best place you'll ever work.Does this position interest you? You should apply – even if you don’t match every single requirement! We're known as an auto glass company. That's the focus of what we do. But beyond the glass, we're so much more. We'll help you build a fulfilling career and encourage you to have a life. Let us be the best place you'll ever work.A Brief OverviewThe Manager, Indirect Procurement Category Management is responsible for developing and deploying a sourcing strategy, ensuring operational excellence and continuity of supply, including leadership of field services spend that supports Safelite stores and fulfillment locations. You will lead a team of Procurement Buyers to analyze spend, identify opportunities, and implement programs across field locations to deliver significant savings. The role heavily relies on partnership and influencing of key stakeholders and business leaders across field operations and driving strategic initiatives to optimize procurement processes and enhance operational efficiency. Teamwork and high customer service orientation are a must.What you will doLeadership and category ownership of Indirect Procurement categories, with a focus on all field spend categories for Safelite store and fulfillment locations. Influence and collaborate with key stakeholders to drive strategic initiatives.Develop and implement category strategies in collaboration with business stakeholders and leadership teams to create competitive advantage for Safelite by maximizing value and minimizing cost across categories. Could include but not limited to optimization & implementation of national procurement programs.Analyzing spend profiles and incorporate market trends to identify opportunities in specified procurement categories, obtaining buy-in, and implementing the initiatives, to deliver cost reduction, cost avoidance and/or service improvementsRegularly reviewing and refining the category strategies to ensure they remain relevant, appropriate and current. Maintain and champion supplier relationships across categories.Where relevant, championing and accelerating plans for standardization or specification and/or supplier consolidation across the indirect categoriesPerforms other duties as assignedComplies with all policies and standardsEducation QualificationsBachelor's Degree in business, finance, supply chain, procurement, or a related field, or equivalent RequiredExperience Qualifications7-9 years Experience in a procurement, supply chain, or similar role utilizing strong negotiation skills RequiredExperience in a sourcing or similar role using strong qualitative and quantitative skills to independently find and qualify appropriate suppliers based on business need RequiredExperience acting as a trusted advisor to the business identifying areas of opportunity and appropriately communicating solution to senior leadership RequiredExperience identifying, assessing and mitigating potential risks related to suppliers, contracts, and compliance, while ensuring continuous monitoring and contingency planning to safeguard the supply chain RequiredExperience managing direct reports RequiredExperience in Indirect Procurement leadership and support of field services (store, and/or fulfillment) operations and requirements, particularly in a retail or fulfillment environment RequiredSkills and AbilitiesUnderstanding of Indirect procurement processes, supply chain dynamics, and vendor management. Creation of clear & defined category strategy plans. (High proficiency)Strong leadership skills to effectively manage and mentor a team of buyers and senior buyers (Medium proficiency)Excellent internal and external negotiation skills to secure favorable business outcomes (High proficiency)Ability to develop and implement strategic procurement initiatives (Medium proficiency)Communication skills – verbal, written, interpersonal. Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders. (High proficiency)Strong analytical abilities to assess category-specific spending patterns to identify cost-saving opportunities, leveraging problem solving for complex procurement challenges (High proficiency)Flexibility to adapt to changing market conditions and organizational needs (High proficiency)Excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills. (High proficiency)Analytical Skills: Ability to assess complex data and draw meaningful conclusions (High proficiency)Advanced experience with RFI and RFP, MSA, SOW (High proficiency)Understanding and knowledge of the industry, assigned Indirect Procurement categories, and other relevant product sectors (High proficiency)Solid understanding of legal and industry contract terms and prepares/drafts documents for legal review (Medium proficiency)Our people are passionate about what they do, the product they sell, and the customers they serve. If you're looking for an opportunity to be a part of a work family that values collaboration, innovation and dedication, we're the right company for you.Internal Associates: Already a member of the Safelite team? Apply through your Workday account by searching 'Find Open Jobs'.Diversity: Safelite welcomes everyone. We value our diverse workforce and suppliers, and we’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Learn more at Safelite.com/Careers. Benefit amounts are estimates only. Actual values will depend on benefit elections during enrollment.This position description is not all inclusive for every aspect of this role. Reasonable accommodation will be made for individuals covered by ADA, ADEA, FMLA and other laws and regulations in accordance with their requirements. Physical and mental demands are not and should not be construed to be job qualification standards, but are illustrated to help the employer, employee and/or applicant identify tasks where reasonable accommodations may need to be made when an otherwise qualified person is unable to perform the job's essential duties because of an ADA disability. Other qualifications may be required to ensure employment eligibility in accordance with local laws and regulations and with Safelite Group, Inc. policies and practices.