Human Resources (HR) Manager

Position Overview:

The Indirect Procurement Specialist oversees the acquisition of non-production goods and services for the organization. This position focuses on identifying sourcing opportunities, negotiating with vendors, and managing contracts to achieve optimal cost, quality, and service outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

Create and execute sourcing strategies for indirect spend categories, including technology, operations, capital projects, consulting services, facilities, marketing, and human resources, with particular emphasis on construction and capital assets.

Analyze market conditions to identify qualified suppliers and anticipate trends that could influence pricing or availability.

Lead the end-to-end RFP process, from drafting requirements to evaluating proposals and selecting vendors.

Conduct supplier negotiations to establish favorable agreements, targeting cost efficiencies, improved quality, and clearly defined service expectations.

Develop and sustain effective partnerships with strategic suppliers, including periodic performance and business reviews.

Partner with internal departments to gather requirements and ensure procurement activities align with organizational goals.

Track supplier performance and resolve issues related to delivery timelines, product/service quality, or regulatory compliance.

Identify and implement process enhancements to improve procurement efficiency and effectiveness.

Ensure all purchasing activities adhere to internal policies as well as applicable laws and regulations.

Maintain thorough documentation of procurement actions and generate reports for leadership.

Contribute to team development by sharing expertise and promoting best practices.