Procurement Category Lead Job at Daley and Associates (Braintree)

Indirect Procurement Category Lead

Location

Salary:

Not provided

Ethics HR

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from a reputable university
Minimum 10 - 12 years of experience in a similar role and minimum 15 – 20 years of experience in Procurement
MCIPS/CIPS/APICS-CSCP are preferred
Experience in a large Indirect Procurement organization dealing with multiple sourcing activities covering indirect categories, including and not limited to Marketing, Human Capital, Technology, Consultancy, and others
Extensive experience in managing and coaching large teams, ensuring exceptional performance aligned with best-in-class standards, full compliance with organizational policies, and the delivery of outstanding customer experiences
Experience in Procurement within "Shared Services" and a matrix reporting structure is a must to provide oversight for all procurement RFX processes for the smooth delivery of shared service operations to procurement category managers
Experience in spend analysis and strategy development
In-depth understanding and practice of Best-in-class procurement processes, systems, and practices
Knowledge of contract terms and conditions, and the country's laws and regulations
Must be capable of assessing legal and business risk when making decisions concerning contractual commitments

Job Responsibility

Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing procurement team to achieve targeted outcomes and drive success
Oversee the timely delivery of projects, ensuring alignment with defined category strategies and organizational objectives
Cultivate a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement within the team
Provide guidance and support for the implementation of new tools and technologies to enhance procurement efficiency
Ensure all procurement activities conducted by the team are fully compliant with established Procurement policies and standards
Create opportunities for team members to grow through training, coaching, and exposure to complex projects
Develop a succession plan to ensure continuity in key procurement roles
Develop and implement sourcing strategies built by the strategic sourcing team in Dubai for indirect categories, including Marketing, Technology, Human Capital, Consultancy, and others, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives and strategic initiatives
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand business needs, align priorities, and address procurement challenges
Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, ensuring mutual benefits and strategic partnerships

Category Lead, Technology Procurement

We are seeking a Category Lead, Technology Procurement to lead the end-to-end li...

Location

United States , McLean

Salary:

Not provided

Appian Corporation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or a related field
6+ years of experience in procurement, sourcing, and contract management, preferably in a technology category
Direct experience negotiating with Top enterprise technology suppliers (e.g., Oracle, Salesforce, AWS, Google) known for complex and sophisticated commercial models
Deep understanding of modern software delivery
fluent in various licensing models, including seat-based, consumption/usage-based, and tiered bundles
Demonstrated ability to build consensus across cross-functional teams (Engineering, Finance, Information Security) and lead high-stakes supplier transitions through expert communication
Highly proficient in modeling consumption-based spend, performing TCO analysis, and creating "what-if" scenarios to support renewal strategies

Job Responsibility

Design and execute multi-year category strategies for SaaS, Cloud, and Professional Services that anticipate global business growth and technology shifts
Orchestrate the transition when shifting to new suppliers or licensing models
act as a bridge between technical requirements and procurement outcomes to ensure seamless organizational buy-in
Navigate complex licensing models (per-user, consumption-based, and tiered) with major industry suppliers to drive Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) reductions
Collaborate with technical leaders and business owners to forecast needs, ensuring our procurement pipeline is driven by business utility rather than supplier-driven sales cycles
Own the "Intake-to-Contract" pipeline, maintaining a 24-month renewal look-ahead to maximize negotiation leverage and avoid "emergency" renewals
Drive continuous improvement in procurement workflows
develop Technology Category Playbooks to standardize negotiation strategies and increase organizational agility
Conduct Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs) with Top Technology suppliers to ensure roadmap alignment, performance accountability, and value realization
Partner with Legal to navigate complex agreements

What we offer

health coverage
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with free mental health support
life and disability insurance
an Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
a retirement/pension plan
wellness dollars
tuition reimbursement
family-forming benefits

Category Lead, Indirect Procurement

We are seeking a Category Lead, Indirect Procurement to lead the end-to-end life...

Location

United States , McLean

Salary:

Not provided

Appian Corporation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Supply Chain, or a related field
6+ years of experience in procurement, sourcing, and contract management, within Indirect categories (Marketing, HR, or Professional Services) preferred
Direct experience negotiating with global agencies, media firms, and corporate service providers known for complex, milestone-based commercial models
High Emotional Intelligence: Demonstrated ability to build consensus with "creative" and "people-centric" departments (Marketing, HR) while maintaining rigorous procurement discipline
Fluent in Service-Level Economics: Deep understanding of agency retainer models, media buying mechanics, and benefits benchmarking
Highly proficient in TCO analysis, spend data visualization, and creating "what-if" scenarios to support high-stakes negotiations and budget planning

Job Responsibility

Multi-Year Category Strategy & Business Alignment: Design and execute multi-year category strategies for Marketing, HR, Corporate Services and other Indirect categories that scale with Appian’s global growth
Act as a strategic advisor to the Marketing and People teams
translate creative and human-centric requirements into structured procurement outcomes that drive measurable ROI
Stay ahead of trends in the Agency landscape, media inflation, and evolving labor market costs to ensure Appian remains competitive and agile
Collaborate with key business stakeholders to forecast seasonal spend peaks, ensuring procurement activities are aligned with the fiscal calendar and organizational priorities
Strategic Sourcing & Lifecycle Execution: Own the "Intake-to-Contract" pipeline for indirect services, maintaining a 24-month renewal look-ahead to maximize negotiation leverage and prevent service lapses
Develop Indirect Category Playbooks to standardize how we buy professional services, ensuring speed to market without sacrificing due diligence
Conduct Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs) with key agencies and service providers to monitor KPIs, ensure brand alignment, and drive continuous value beyond the initial contract
Contracting, Risk & Governance: Partner with Legal to navigate complex Master Service Agreements (MSAs) and Statements of Work (SOWs). Focus on commercial architecture, including performance-based incentives, intellectual property rights, and "out-clauses."
Establish and maintain robust governance frameworks to manage complex fee structures, mitigate spend leakage, and ensure global compliance with corporate procurement standards

What we offer

Appian offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and financial future. Benefits may include health coverage, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with free mental health support, life and disability insurance, an Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESSP), a retirement/pension plan, wellness dollars, tuition reimbursement, family-forming benefits and more

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Strategic Sourcing Category Lead

As the largest pureplay adhesives company in the world, H.B. Fuller's (NYSE: FUL...

Location

United States , Vadnais Heights, Minnesota, USA; St. Paul, Minnesota, USA

Salary:

80000.00 - 95000.00 USD / Year

H.B. Fuller

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field preferred
1–4 years of experience in sourcing, procurement, supply chain, or a related function
Experience supporting and executing RFQ/RFP processes, including supplier engagement, analysis, and recommendation development
Demonstrated ability to own and execute sourcing, procurement, or category workstreams end-to-end
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment, working independently and collaboratively
Familiarity with ERP systems, procurement tools, or similar enterprise systems

Job Responsibility

Lead execution category management and sourcing activities for assigned Logistics categories
Execute end-to-end sourcing activities, including RFQ/RFP management, supplier engagement, bid analysis, negotiation, and award recommendations
Manage and develop supplier relationships, serving as a primary point of contact for performance management, issue resolution, and ongoing commercial activities
Partner with cross-functional stakeholders (Supply Chain, Operations, Finance) to align category strategy, ensure supply continuity, and support business priorities
Proactively identify risks, supply constraints, and cost drivers within the category, driving resolution and mitigation with limited escalation
Make data-driven commercial recommendations and decisions within defined scope, applying category, market, and business context to sourcing and supplier actions
Analyze spend, pricing, market trends, and supplier performance to identify cost optimization opportunities, improve service levels, and reduce risk
Ensure accuracy and integrity of category and sourcing data, supporting reliable inputs for decision-making and reporting
Contribute to continuous improvement of category management practices, sourcing processes, tools, and workflows to improve effectiveness and scalability

What we offer

comprehensive benefits
incentive and recognitions programs
health & wellness benefits
401K contributions
paid time off
paid holidays

Fulltime

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Indirect Procurement Category Manager, Marketing

Waymo's Procurement and Vendor Enablement Office is a diverse, collaborative, an...

Location

United States , Tempe; Mountain View; San Francisco

Salary:

159000.00 - 196000.00 USD / Year

Waymo

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

At least 7+ years of procurement experience, with a minimum of 4 years focusing heavily on Marketing, Communications, PR, or Public Affairs sourcing
Deep understanding of marketing procurement nuances, including agency fee models (retainer vs. project vs. media commission), media buying transparency, and creative production costs
Proven ability to negotiate complex IP, usage rights, and indemnification clauses within creative and PR contracts
Excellent executive presence with the ability to influence and build trust with highly creative marketing leaders and public affairs directors.

Job Responsibility

Portfolio Strategy: Lead end-to-end category management for a highly subjective, ROI-driven portfolio encompassing Creative, Media Buying, PR, Public Affairs, and Experiential/Event Marketing
Agency Management: Lead complex negotiations for agency retainers and project-based work, establishing outcome-based commercial models and ensuring strict IP and brand protection
Stakeholder Partnership: Act as a trusted advisor to Waymo's Marketing, Communications, and Policy leaders, balancing their need for creative freedom and rapid response with procurement best practices
Strategic Sourcing: Lead the end-to-end RFX process for major Agency of Record (AOR) consolidations, build multi-year category strategies, and maximize value creation and total cost of ownership (TCO)
Risk & Governance: Negotiate and draft Master Services Agreements (MSAs) and Statements of Work (SOWs) that minimize business risk, specifically focusing on media transparency, usage rights, and liability caps for public-facing output.

What we offer

Discretionary annual bonus program
equity incentive plan
generous Company benefits program
Health and wellness
Financial wellness
Flexibility and time off

Fulltime

New

Non-It Lead Procurement Partner

Location

United Kingdom , Cardiff

Salary:

Not provided

Admiral Group Plc

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Demonstrated success in negotiating and managing indirect contracts and supplier relationships, with experience working across Corporate services including but not limited to Banking Services, Professional Services, Facilities Management, Marketing and any other general indirect categories of spend
Broad enterprise technology knowledge, with experience building accountability frameworks, resolving issues, and managing large, complex tender exercises
Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills at senior levels, with the ability to foster trust, transparency, and collaboration
Proven leadership and management experience, including developing and supporting high-performing teams
Experience in program management, particularly in decentralised or cross-functional environments, and leading source-to-pay processes in the technology domain
Analytical and data-driven, comfortable using metrics to inform decisions and communicate insights to diverse audiences
Financial awareness, with the ability to manage budgets and conduct financial analysis
Excellent planning and organisational skills, able to prioritise and coordinate workloads for self and team, ensuring customer needs are met and documentation is maintained
Constructive approach to challenging the status quo, open to feedback, and proactive in suggesting improvements
Well-organised, able to manage workload independently with minimal supervision, and demonstrate effective time management

Job Responsibility

Partner with internal teams to develop sourcing strategies that deliver value, proactively managing contract renewals and new sourcing events
Design and implement procurement strategies aligned with organisational objectives and the technology roadmap
Build and maintain positive, mutually beneficial relationships with strategic partners
Select and manage sourcing processes that balance governance with business needs
Collaborate with senior stakeholders at all levels
Work within multifunctional teams to lead sourcing and negotiation of agreements with key suppliers across Corporate services, banking, Proffessional Services, Facilities Management categories
Stay informed about market trends and innovations, supporting department heads in evaluating new partners
Support supplier onboarding and offboarding processes
Partner with Admiral’s legal team on contract reviews and approvals
Act as a trusted subject matter expert for indirect procurement

What we offer

Up to £3,600 of free shares each year after one year of service
33 days holiday (including bank holidays) when you join, increasing up to a maximum of 38 days (including bank holidays)
Option to buy or sell up to an additional five days of annual leave
Great work-life balance

Fulltime

New

Senior Procurement Category Management Specialist

As the Senior Procurement Category Management Specialist, you will manage relati...

Location

United States , Bridgewater

Salary:

85000.00 - 95000.00 USD / Year

Nestle Health Science

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree preferred
equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
Master's degree preferred
CPM certification is a plus
5+ years of experience in procurement, category management, purchasing, or materials management
3+ years of supply chain and/or manufacturing experience preferred
Experience with SAP, Ariba, and I-Nexus preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
Detail-oriented self-starter with the ability to work independently
Strong analytical skills with the ability to synthesize data and present insights clearly

Job Responsibility

Provide the focus support of manufacturing
Act as Single Point of Contact for factory escalations and drive sustainable resolutions
Own OSCAR projects to drive savings, ensure supply and compliance objectives
Monitor business goals and help periodically reassess the targets
Ensure information flow between the factory teams & Procurement to effectively deliver against business/function strategies
Seek proactive feedback regarding and enable focus on high value returns
Understand business requirements and challenges
including priorities, must win battles and key value drivers. Transmit this understanding to the category management teams at NIM and Nestrade at the appropriate level so the category sourcing strategies and priorities are defined accordingly
Lead Monthly Category Reviews as required
Represent the Above Market and At Market Procurement Team in Ideas and stakeholders/business requirements as assigned

What we offer

Performance-based incentives
competitive total rewards package
401k with company match
healthcare coverage
broad range of other benefits

Fulltime

Procurement Category Management Analyst

The purpose of this job is to be the Procurement Lead for Transportation and Log...

Location

India , Gurugram

Salary:

Not provided

Pepsico

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

10+ years’ experience in FMCG Sourcing / Procurement of which atleast 5+ years should be in management of Transportation and Logistics spend
Experience in using advanced sourcing methodologies/ tools, Strategic Sourcing steps
E-procurement and SAP knowledge is a must
Experience in a regional procurement function/ company
Experience of procurement/ strategic sourcing in India
Skilled in managing a dispersed team of business stakeholders in different locations
strong selling skills
Go-To-Person on Performance Metrics, and Best Practices around Metrics
Bachelor of Engineering/ Science/Business Administration with Postgraduate qualification from NITIE or equivalent college preferable
Procurement professional (CIPS or equivalent) a plus

Job Responsibility

Support (in close collaboration with the INDIA Region GP Business Engagement Sr Director) implementation of the INDIA Procurement vision, mission and strategy
Manage MOVE category at a regional level leveraging PepsiCo’s OpCo’s Supply plans
Work closely with INDIA BE Sr Director and Sector GP COE to: Plan and monitor Move Category with respect to annual and long-term strategic sourcing targets for India spend driving local plans/strategies in partnership with Sector COEs
Plan and monitor sourcing Productivity / Savings for the above category at 8-10% YoY
Evaluate & evolve sourcing strategies based on changing market conditions and provide inputs during strategic sourcing activities, including internal and external analysis and negotiations
Ensure implementation of sourcing strategies / plans, compliance monitored, and benefits tracked (in close collaboration with the Transactional Procurement Team in line with the procurement policies, DoA and Procurement practices
Collaborate with Supply Planning & Logistics team to define fleet electrification strategy and execution on Pepsico India glidepath plan
Lead supplier enablement and drive digitalization and simplification within category
Ensure implementation of best-in-class sourcing tools, relevant to the category
Partner with senior Transport & Warehousing stakeholders and Sector Centre of Excellence, improve operating cash flow (inventory), and flexibility to business needs

Fulltime

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