Indirect Sourcing Manager

We are seeking a strategic and results-driven Indirect Sourcing Manager to lead the procurement and sourcing of indirect goods and services (including Maintenance Repair Operations Marketing Facilities HR services Professional & Consultancy Services) across the Americas region. This role is responsible for developing sourcing strategies optimizing supplier performance and driving cost efficiencies while ensuring quality and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for indirect spend categories to achieve cost savings and operational efficiency
• Lead end-to-end sourcing activities including RFPs RFQs supplier negotiations and contract management
• Identify evaluate and onboard suppliers while maintaining strong vendor relationships
• Partner with internal stakeholders (Finance HR Marketing Operations Legal) to understand business needs and align sourcing strategies and contracting process
• Supports the Global Category Managers in the development implementation and adoption of a clear category strategy in region
• Analyze spend data to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve procurement processes aligned with the wider Indirect Procurement Team
• Drive supplier performance management including KPIs SLAs and continuous improvement initiatives
• Ensure compliance with company policies legal requirements and ethical sourcing standards
• Monitor market trends and risks to proactively adjust sourcing strategies
• Support adoption of digital procurement tools and systems (e.g. e-sourcing platforms) as part of the wider procurement strategy

Key Performance Indicators:

• Cost savings and cost avoidance
• Supplier performance and risk mitigation
• Contract compliance and cycle time reduction
• Stakeholder satisfaction
• Spend under management

Technical Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Strategic thinking with a data-driven mindset
• Strong project management and organizational skills
• Ability to work and communicate across multiple indirect categories and priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Experience in working in a global environment and interacting with all levels

Key Internal and External Relationships: 

• Smiths Detection suppliers Smiths Detection employees at all levels

HSE Requirements:

• This position is required to assure compliance of Company operations to all applicable laws regulations and standards good business practices and company documented procedures (including knowledge of all standards government occupational health and environmental regulations and statutes related to the site).
• Follow all environmental requirements consistent with supporting the companys environmental performance goals.
• Complete and actively participate in all other EHS training requirements.

Qualifications :

Education Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Business Supply Chain Procurement or a related field (MBA or relevant certification preferred)
• 5 years of experience in indirect procurement sourcing or supply chain with a focus on indirect categories
• Strong negotiation contract management and supplier relationship skills
• Proven ability to analyze data and drive cost-saving initiatives
• Experience with procurement systems (e.g. SAP Coupa Ariba)
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Additional Information :

We offer

Join us and well help build your career with excellent training and opportunities for career growth across the business both locally and globally. Youll experience an inclusive environment with strong leadership and a focus on safety and wellbeing. Youll also have the flexibility to choose from a wide range of benefits to suit your lifestyle offering you and your family support from a health and wellbeing financial and lifestyle perspective.

Join us and work for a world-leader with the benefits and training to reward your dedication and skills. Be part of a team where we are making the world a safer place.

The total compensation for this position ranges from  $107200 - $176880/yr  (Salary to be determined by the education experience knowledge skills & abilities of the applicant and the alignment with the internal team & market data). This role offers a competitive Business Profit Plan. This position includes a competitive benefits package. The comprehensive benefits package includes medical dental & vision insurance; 401(k) with company match; paid time off; and other benefits. For details please visit the Rewards & Benefits tab on our main careers page at qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Equal Employment Opportunity PostersIf youd like to view a copy of the companys affirmative action plan or policy statement please email .

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time