Summary Description:The Indirect Procurement Manager is responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies across all indirect spend categories-such as MRO, professional services, IT, facilities, HR services, and operations. This role will lead cross-functional sourcing initiatives, negotiate major supplier contracts, and deliver cost savings while improving quality, service, and vendor performance. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with strong analytical, negotiation, and relationship management skills
Essential Functions:Strategic Sourcing & Category Management
- Lead sourcing strategies for select indirect spend categories to optimize cost, quality, risk, and performance.
- Conduct spend analysis to identify savings opportunities and improve supplier value.
- Develop category roadmaps and long-term sourcing strategies aligned with business objectives.
Supplier Management
- Identify, evaluate, and onboard suppliers to ensure a competitive supplier landscape.
- Lead contract negotiations, RFx processes, and supplier evaluations.
- Manage ongoing supplier relationships to ensure compliance, performance, and continuous improvement.
- Develop and monitor supplier KPIs and scorecards.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Partner with internal stakeholders (IT, HR, Finance, Operations, Legal, etc.) to understand business needs and define sourcing requirements.
- Serve as the primary Procurement advisor to internal teams on market insights, contract risk, and sourcing best practices.
Cost Optimization & Process Improvement
- Deliver year-over-year cost savings through strategic sourcing and total cost of ownership (TCO) methodologies.
- Identify opportunities to streamline procurement processes, automate workflows, and increase efficiency.
- Ensure compliance with procurement policies, approval workflows, and governance procedures.
Risk & Compliance
- Evaluate and mitigate supplier risks, including financial, operational, compliance, and ESG considerations.
- Maintain accurate documentation, contracts, and procurement records.
- Support audits, contract renewals, and supplier compliance initiatives.
Required Skills:- Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or related field.
- 5+ years of experience in indirect procurement or strategic sourcing.
- Demonstrated contract negotiation and vendor management experience.
- Strong analytical and financial modeling skills.
- Proficiency in procurement systems (e.g., Coupa, SAP Ariba, Oracle) and MS Office/Excel.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Must understand "Total Cost of Ownership" concepts.
- Be a proactive problem solver.
- Must be able to work independently and handle multiple work assignments.
- Strong sense of urgency.
Competencies:- Strategic thinking & business acumen
- Strong negotiation and influencing skills
- Project management and prioritization
- Analytical problem-solving
- Relationship-building and collaboration
- Results-oriented and continuous improvement mindset
Education and Experience:- Minimum Required:
- Bachelor's Degree in Business, Engineering, or other related technical field
- 5+ years of experience in indirect procurement or strategic sourcing
- Must be permanently authorized to work in the United States now and in the future without sponsorship.
Travel Requirements:- Based in Tampa with up to 20% travel at times
Other Duties:- This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
Refresco Beverages US Inc. offers the following competitive pay and comprehensive benefits: Status: Exempt
- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Life and AD&D Insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance
- Short-term disability and long-term disability
- Pet Insurance
- Legal Benefits
- 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
- 12 Paid Holidays
- Vacation Days and Paid Sick Time Off Days
- Well-being Benefit
- Discount and Total Reward Programs
