Indirect Spend Category Manager

Culligan

Indirect Spend Category Manager at Culligan leading strategic sourcing for indirect spend categories. Optimize supplier relationships and drive cost savings across various business units.

Posted 7/9/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $145,000 - $170,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in strategic sourcing and category management, with a strong focus on cost savings, supplier performance, and compliance. Proficient in procurement processes and tools, with the ability to lead cross-functional collaboration and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Strategic SourcingCategory ManagementSupplier NegotiationProcurement ToolsCost Savings

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Hard Skills

Category StrategiesSpend AnalysisSupplier Performance ManagementRFP DevelopmentContract ManagementProcess ImprovementKey Performance MetricsDemand ManagementFinancial ValidationCompliance Management

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsStrategic ThinkingProblem-SolvingInfluential LeadershipAutonomous Work

Tools & Technologies

SAPOracle

Certifications & Qualifications

CPSMCIPSPMP

Industry Keywords

Indirect SpendGlobal BusinessNorth American MarketEuropean MarketService Level Agreements

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

OraclePMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and execute category strategies for indirect spend to drive cost savings, improve service levels, and reduce risk.
Analyze spend data, supply markets, and business requirements to identify sourcing opportunities and develop improvement plans.
Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to align category strategies with business objectives.
Identify, evaluate, and onboard suppliers while managing ongoing relationships for performance, compliance, and innovation.
Lead supplier negotiations to secure favorable pricing, service levels, terms, and conditions.
Conduct regular supplier performance reviews and manage supplier risk, contracts, and service level agreements (SLAs).
Lead end-to-end procurement processes: RFP development, bid analysis, contracting, and implementation.
Ensure compliance with procurement policies, legal requirements, and corporate governance.
Implement process improvements to streamline purchasing activities and enhance efficiency.
Align with Finance stakeholders to validate/interlock financials
Drive continuous cost reduction initiatives and value delivery through strategic sourcing and demand management.
Monitor and report key performance metrics such as cost savings, supplier performance, and contract utilization.
Provide strategic insights and reporting to senior leadership

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance or related field; MBA preferred
7+ years of experience in strategic souring / category management
3+ years experience in developing strategies in Marketing, HR/Benefits, Travel, Insurance and MRO
Experience supporting a global business, particularly with North American and European footprint
Proven results of delivering cost savings through category management
Proficient in procurement tools such as SAP, Oracle, etc.
Strong analytical, strategic thinking and problem-solving skills
Ability to lead through influence and work autonomously, managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Professional certifications are a plus (CPSM, CIPS, PMP, etc.)

Benefits

Comp & perks

paid time off
health
dental
vision
life
disability benefits
401(k)