Indirect Procurement Manager

Join C.H. Robinson as anIndirect Procurement Managerand collaborate closely with our esteemed business leaders to strategically optimize sourcing and contract management for contract labor and professional services. Your primary objective will be to amplify cost efficiency and propel our business endeavors to new heights.
In this pivotal role, you'll spearhead innovative supplier initiatives, driving our business strategies forward. Your duties will encompass crafting comprehensive category plans for critical expenditure areas, including Staffing Augmentation/Contractors (SOW: Statement of Work) and Professional Services/SOW (SOW: Statement of Work), while also overseeing Business Process Outsourcing (BPO), MSP (Managed Service Provider), and corporate services. Guiding teams towards procurement strategies that yield tangible outcomes, you'll streamline the RFP process, skillfully negotiate contracts to meet cost-saving targets, and refine our standardized procurement procedures.
What adds an extra layer of excitement to this opportunity is our hybrid work model. Enjoy the flexibility of remote work while relishing the chance to collaborate and connect with our dynamic team in person at our Eden Prairie, MN office.
Responsibilities:

• Analyze spending data and business needs to create category plans and strategic sourcing initiatives
• Identify cost-saving opportunities within existing contractual relationships
• Provide category and supplier spending data to support strategic decision-making
• Encourage competitive bidding for historically non-competitive spend areas
• Manage the creation and distribution of RFPs/RFQs, facilitating stakeholder communication
• Evaluate proposals/quotes and recommend suitable suppliers based on quality, cost, and other criteria
• Collaborate with senior business stakeholders to define and validate business requirements
• Develop negotiation strategies in partnership with the business for upcoming contracts
• Work with senior business stakeholders to prioritize the project pipeline
• Identify and pre-qualify potential suppliers, assessing their capabilities objectively
• Influence business stakeholders to consider alternative suppliers
• Negotiate mutually acceptable contractual agreements with selected suppliers
• Ensure all procurement activities adhere to internal policies and external regulations
• Monitor changes in internal policies and external regulations
• Manage and update contracts for indirect purchases, including ownership of terms and conditions and legal compliance
• Utilize organizational knowledge and networks to identify new value opportunities
• Mentor less experienced team members
• Perform other duties as assigned based on team and country-specific requirements

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university
• Minimum 7 years progressive experience in Sourcing and Procurement
• Comprehensive knowledge of sourcing and contracting for indirect spend

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated success negotiating favorable contractual business and legal terms
• Expertise in specific spend categories, including experience working with external industry forums
• Outstanding relationship building skills with an ability to work as part of a team and influence senior stakeholders
• Effective and flexible communication and presentation skills, including experience with senior leadership presentations
• Strong negotiating skills to deliver favorable contractual business and legal terms
• Results-oriented, metrics-driven professional with expertise in purchasing, supplier collaboration, and contracting
• Meets deadlines and makes decisions in line with department goals
• Detail oriented with demonstrated analytical skills
• Ability to effectively implement changes in a large, matrixed organization
• Values a diverse and inclusive work environment

Questioning if you meet the mark? Studies have shown that women and people of color may be less likely to apply unless they match the job description exactly. Here at C.H. Robinson, we're building a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel they belong. If this position excites you, we welcome you to apply whether you check all the preferred qualifications or just a few. You may just be our next great fit!
Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer
C.H. Robinson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We believe in equality for all and celebrate the diversity of our employees, customers and communities. We believe this increases creativity and innovation, drives business growth and enables engaged and thriving teams. We're committed to providing an inclusive environment, free from harassment and discrimination, where all employees feel welcomed, valued and respected.
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Benefits
Your Health, Wealth and Self
Your total wellbeing is the foundation of our business, and our benefits support your financial, family and personal goals. We provide the top-tier benefits that matter to you most, including:

• Two medical plans (including a High Deductible Health Plan)
• Prescription drug coverage
• Enhanced Fertility benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Account (including employer contribution)
• Dental and Vision
• Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Paid and floating holidays
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Paid parental leave
• Paid time off to volunteer in your community
• Charitable Giving Match Program
• 401(k) with 6% company matching
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Plus a broad range of career development, networking, and team-building opportunities

Dig in to our full list of benefits on OUR CULTURE page.