Manager, Indirect Procurement (Libertyville, IL)

We Make Life More Rewarding and Dignified 

Location: ​Libertyville​
Department: ​ 

Summary:

Lead and develop the Indirect Procurement team, providing strategic direction, oversight, and support for category management, sourcing execution, supplier performance, and stakeholder engagement across all indirect spend categories (Travel, HR, Sales & Marketing, etc.). Drive cost savings, value creation, compliance, and continuous improvement in procurement processes and systems (Coupa, SAP, etc.). Serve as a key partner to Finance, HR, and other business units to align procurement strategies with enterprise goals.

This position is based in Libertyille, IL with an onsite requirement of 3 days in office per week at a minimum.

Responsibilities:

Team Leadership & Development

• Manage, mentor, and develop Category Managers and procurement staff.
• Set clear goals, provide regular feedback, and foster a high-performance culture.
• Oversee workload allocation and professional development.

Strategic Category Management

• Develop and refresh multi-year category strategies aligned with enterprise objectives.
• Approve major sourcing initiatives, supplier consolidations, and preferred programs.
• Ensure alignment with Indirect Procurement Policy and Approval of Expenditures.

Sourcing & Contracting Oversight

• Review and approve RFx activities, negotiations, and contract awards.
• Ensure contracts meet legal, compliance, and business requirements.
• Oversee implementation of pricing protections, service levels, and KPIs.

Stakeholder & Supplier Engagement

• Build strong relationships with HR, Finance, and other key functional stakeholders.
• Champion early involvement and guided buying practices.
• Resolve escalated supplier issues and drive continuous improvement.

Value Delivery & Reporting

• Monitor spend, commitments, and compliance to category strategies.
• Ensure effective use of procurement systems (Coupa, SAP) and analytics tools (Power BI, Excel).
• Set and track annual savings, cost avoidance, and compliance targets.
• Publish executive dashboards and updates on procurement performance.
• Lead initiatives to improve channel utilization and policy adherence.

Essential Functions of the Role:

• Strategic thinking and problem-solving.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to influence cross-functional teams and senior leadership.
• Experience with global procurement policies and compliance.

Work Experience Requirements:

• 7+ years in procurement, with significant experience in indirect categories and team management.

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field; Master’s preferred

Specialized Skills/Technical Knowledge:

• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Proficiency in Coupa, SAP, and data analytics tools (Power BI, Excel).
• Certifications (CPSM, MCIPS) preferred

Our Total Rewards package in aggregate is above market and includes competitive pay, paid time off programs, peer-to-peer recognition, health and life insurance, wellness programs and incentives, and generous retirement savings.​

• The anticipated base pay range for this position is $101,238 - $159,089 yearly. The actual salary varies based on applicant's location, education, experience, skills, abilities, and other legitimate business factors.​
• The Company’s health and welfare benefits include medical, prescription, dental, vision, spending/savings accounts, disability, company paid (parental and caregiver) leaves, statutory leaves/disability programs, accident, life, wellbeing, education assistance, adoption assistance, and voluntary benefit programs. ​
• The Company’s 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan includes: auto-enrollment, ROTH, vesting and eligible participants “safe harbor” matching contributions. ​
• The Company’s paid time off benefits include: 11 paid holidays, paid vacation based on length of service and exempt/non-exempt status, and sick days based on statutory requirements and/or exempt/non-exempt status. ​
• The Company’s additional benefits include: education assistance and adoption assistance benefit programs.

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About Hollister Incorporated
Hollister Incorporated is an independent, employee-owned company that develops, manufactures and markets healthcare products worldwide. The company spearheads the advancement of innovative products for ostomy care, continence care and critical care, and also creates educational support materials for patients and healthcare professionals. Headquartered in Libertyville, Illinois, Hollister has manufacturing and distribution centers on three continents and sells in nearly 80 countries. Hollister is a wholly owned subsidiary of The Firm of John Dickinson Schneider, Inc., and is guided both by its Mission to make life more rewarding and dignified for people who use our products and services, as well as its Vision to grow and prosper as an independent, employee-owned company, and in the process, to become better human beings.

EOE Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Job Req ID: 35358