Mars

Indirect Sourcing Coordinator

Mars

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Louisville • Colorado • 🇺🇸 United States

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Salary

💰 $55,000 - $70,000 per year

Job Level

Mid-LevelSenior

Tech Stack

ERP

About the role

  • Coordinate commercialization activities for new suppliers, including agreement documentation, legal screens, and NDA processing, ensuring alignment with business needs and compliance requirements.
  • Support compliance initiatives, including document storage, audit preparation, and policy updates.
  • Analyze indirect spend, supplier performance, and data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
  • Transform business data into actionable insights for procurement and for business partners including tracking KPIs to report on performance.
  • Prepare regular reports and dashboards to support decision-making.
  • Serve as a key partner to the Indirect Procurement team and related business units.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
  • Leverage Mars Commercial expertise to optimize negotiations and commercial terms.
  • Improve operation efficiency through analysis using AI solutions.
  • Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance procurement efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Support implementation of new procurement systems and tools.
  • Oversee contract database maintenance and order management processes.
  • Ensure accurate and timely processing of purchase orders and supplier agreements.
  • Monitor supplier risk and performance, escalating issues as needed.
  • Support business continuity planning related to indirect suppliers.
  • Assist in capturing and reporting value leadership projections and actualizations.
  • Establish and maintain departmental procedures and practices to ensure efficient operation and continuous improvement.
  • Create, evaluate, and award RFP events, including drafting and managing the process.
  • Perform other job duties or tasks, as required.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, or a related field.
  • 3–5 years’ experience in Purchasing, Indirect Procurement, or Production Management.
  • SCMP designation or equivalent certification considered an asset.
  • Familiarity with Supply Chain Management (SCM), Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), and Contract management systems.
  • Demonstrated understanding of supply chain theory, contract management, logistics concepts, and procurement compliance.
  • Proven analytical and mathematical skills.
  • Professionalism, and a positive, forward-thinking attitude.
  • Adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic, and ambiguous environment.
  • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business publications, technical procedures, and regulations.
  • Skilled in writing reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
  • Proficient in presenting information and responding to questions from managers, suppliers, and employees.
  • Self-directed with strong time management and project planning skills.
  • Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
  • Proficient in MS Office applications; project management skills preferred.
  • Willingness to travel and work extended hours, including weekends, as required.
Benefits
  • Medical, Dental, Vision and Employee Assistance Programs to meet your individual or family needs.
  • 401k with Company and donation matching.
  • In House & Online Learning & Development, as well as an Education Assistance Program.
  • Free Bag of Premium Pet Food each month.
  • Free Parking and more!

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard skills
data analysisprocurementcontract managementpurchase order processingRFP managementKPI trackingaudit preparationprocess improvementnegotiationmathematical skills
Soft skills
professionalismadaptabilitycommunicationrelationship buildingtime managementproject planninganalytical thinkingproblem-solvingself-directionpositive attitude
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain ManagementBachelor’s degree in BusinessBachelor’s degree in FinanceSCMP designation