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Want to join an ambitious and fast growing global biscuits and confectionery business investing heavily in iconic global brands, infrastructure and people? Then this is the place for you.\nAs proud bakers and chocolatiers and custodians of iconic global brands, we don’t compromise on the quality of ingredients in our products or on the people we hire. We are looking for entrepreneurial spirits who share our passion for bringing happiness to our consumers and who embody our Winning Traits.\nTo succeed at pladis you need to bepurpose-led,resilient andpositive to succeed here because we expect pace andagility, we insist oncollaboration and demand accountability. If that is your thing, then pladis offers global ambition, a clear Vision and roadmap for success, challenge, and unrivalled opportunities to learn and make an impact\nClick “Apply” to get started.\nPURPOSE:\nThe Indirect Sourcing & Procurement Manager is a key leadership role responsible for developing and executing sourcing and procurement strategies across Indirect categories and Co-Manufacturing, representing approximately $50MM+ in annual spend.\nThe role serves as a strategic business partner to cross-functional stakeholders, translating business needs into effective sourcing strategies that deliver sustainable value, strengthen supplier performance, mitigate risk and support business growth.\nThe Senior Manager will lead complex sourcing initiatives and commercial negotiations, develop strategic supplier partnerships, challenge existing ways of working, and use market intelligence and data to drive better commercial decisions. The role will also play an important part in strengthening procurement capabilities, processes and governance across the organization.\nThis position is critical to ensuring a resilient, competitive and high-performing supply base that supports the continued success of pladis North America and its customers and consumers.\nKEY ACCOUNTABILITIES AND DELIVERABLES:\nOwn and execute sourcing and category strategies across Indirect categories and Co-Manufacturing spend of approximately $50MM+. \nLead complex RFPs, supplier selections, contract negotiations and commercial initiatives from strategy through implementation. \nBuild strategic supplier partnerships that improve cost, service, quality, innovation, resilience and overall value. \nPartner with senior cross-functional stakeholders to understand business needs, challenge requirements and influence commercial decisions. \nIdentify, lead and deliver productivity and value-creation opportunities, ensuring benefits are accurately tracked and reported. \nProvide strategic procurement leadership for the Co-Manufacturing network, supporting cost competitiveness, capability, capacity and supplier performance. \nUse market intelligence, benchmarking and spend analytics to identify emerging risks, trends and sourcing opportunities. \nSupport new product development and other key business initiatives by bringing supplier, cost, capacity and commercial insights into decision-making. \nDrive strong supplier governance and procurement compliance, including supplier performance, qualification, onboarding and preferred supplier utilization. \nChampion procurement best practices and continuous improvement while coaching others and strengthening commercial capability across the organization.\nDevelop catalogues for all products and services purchased through P2P\nManage approved vs. non-approved vendors, products, and services\nBe expert problem solver in today’s ever-changing Supply Chain environment\nHelp develop short and long-term indirect procurement sourcing strategy\nOther duties as required.\nSKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS\nExperience\n5+ years of progressive Sourcing and Procurement experience, preferably including significant responsibility for Indirect Procurement, Co-Manufacturing, Supply Chain or similarly complex categories. \nDemonstrated experience developing and executing category and sourcing strategies across significant spend portfolios. \nProven track record leading complex RFPs, commercial negotiations and supplier selection processes. \nStrong commercial acumen with the ability to understand total cost, financial implications, contractual risk and broader business trade-offs. \nDemonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders and lead cross-functional teams without relying on direct authority. \nStrong strategic thinking combined with the willingness and ability to work hands-on when required. \nAbility to translate complex data, market dynamics and business requirements into clear recommendations and sourcing strategies. \nStrong supplier relationship management skills, including experience managing strategic and business-critical suppliers. \nExcellent negotiation, communication and stakeholder management capabilities. \nStrong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to operate effectively in a fast-changing business and supply chain environment. \nDemonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and lead complex initiatives from strategy through implementation. \nWorking knowledge of enterprise procurement/ERP systems and Microsoft Office; SAP experience preferred. \nEntrepreneurial, proactive and results-oriented mindset.\nEducation\nBachelor’s degree in business or related field preferred or equivalent experience\nTechnical & Functional Skills\nMS Suite skills required\nStrong Excel abilities preferred\nCore Capabilities\nCommercially minded, with strong judgment and confidence in making recommendations and challenging established approaches. \nInfluential communicator who can build credibility with senior stakeholders and suppliers. \nChallenges with positive intent, constructively questioning requirements and established ways of working to create better outcomes. \nCurious and externally focused, continuously bringing market insights, supplier innovation and new ideas into the organization. \nResilient and adaptable, comfortable operating in a dynamic environment with competing priorities and changing business needs. \nLeadership & Behavioral Capabilities\nStrategic leader who can connect procurement opportunities to broader business priorities. \nCollaborative team player capable of working effectively across Procurement, Supply Chain, Operations, Finance and other functions. \nResults-oriented and accountable, with a strong sense of ownership from strategy through execution.\nDeveloper of others, willing to share knowledge, coach colleagues and help strengthen overall procurement capability.\nADDITIONAL JOB DETAILS:\nBase starting salary ranges from $116,372 - $145,465 per year. The base pay offered is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity. This role is also eligible for an annual incentive opportunity, awarded based on individual and company performance.\nAt pladis, our people are at the heart of everything we do. That's why we offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health and well-being, including but not limited to:\nMedical, Prescription Drug, Dental, and Vision Coverage\nLife and Disability Insurance\nVoluntary Supplemental Benefits, including Hospital Indemnity, Accident, and Critical Illness Coverage\n401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match\nEducation Assistance, including Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Repayment Programs\nPaid Time Off\nGenerous Paid Parental Leave\nEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)\nWellness reimbursement program\nEmployee Product Discounts\npladis is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to hiring a diverse workforce. All openings will be filled based on qualifications without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, religion or any other classification protected by law.\nWe operate a strict Preferred Supplier List. 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