Test Senior Manager, Indirect Procurement (Marketing)

Test Senior Manager, Indirect Procurement (Marketing)

VF CORPORATION

Update date : Mar 9, 2026

Country :

USA Region :

California County :

Sacramento County Town :

SACRAMENTO

Category :

Production - Quality Contract type :

Permanent Availability :

Full time

Experience :

Less than 2 years Job description

Job Title:

Sr. Manager Indirect Procurement -

Marketing Location:

Stabio, Denver, Costa Mesa Department:

Procurement Reports To:

Sr.

Director Global Indirect Procurement Job Type:

Full-Time Job Summary:

We are seeking a strategic and results-driven Indirect Procurement Global Category Manager to lead sourcing and category management initiatives across key spend areas and regions. This role is a leadership position responsible for developing and executing global category sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships, and driving value creation while ensuring quality and compliance. This role will be responsible for leading the sourcing of Marketing category which includes: Advertising agency services Marketing technology (MarTech) Market research Meetings and events Print and promotional products Specialized marketing services

Key Responsibilities:

Category Sourcing Strategy Development:

Develop and implement sourcing strategies for assigned categories to optimize cost, quality, and service.

Supplier Management:

Identify, evaluate, and manage supplier relationships. Lead negotiations and performance reviews to ensure alignment with business goals.

Market Analysis:

Conduct market research and benchmarking to stay informed of industry trends, risks, and opportunities.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

Partner with internal stakeholders (e.g., Finance, Legal, Operations) to understand business needs and ensure procurement strategies align with organizational objectives.

Contract Management:

Lead contract negotiations and ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.

Cost Optimization:

Identify and deliver cost-saving opportunities through strategic sourcing, demand management, and process improvements.

People Management:

Develop and lead a global team of 2-4 direct reports

Risk Management:

Assess and mitigate risks, ensuring business continuity and supplier resilience.

Qualifications:

BA or BS degree. 8+ years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or category management 3+ years of people management experience Strong negotiation, analytical, and project management skills Proficiency in procurement tools and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Coupa) Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities Professional certifications (e.g., CPSM, CIPS) are a plus Experience working with a fashion or apparel business a plus.

Skills and Key Competencies:

Able to gain commitment to ideas and new ways of working. Growth mindset grounded in strong analytics. Entrepreneurial and innovative. Demonstrated change agent. Action oriented Builds trust Effective at teaching and educating others in areas of expertise. Strategic Thinking Financial Acumen Relationship Management Problem Solving Attention to Detail Adaptability Apply Now