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This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for strategic sourcing, supplier partnerships, contract negotiations, spend management, procurement governance, and continuous improvement across key corporate categories.\nThis position will help shape procurement strategies for a global technology organization and partner closely with Finance, Accounting, IT, Internal Audit, Legal, HR, Marketing, Business Unit members and senior leadership. You will oversee major spending categories, including indirect procurement, IT procurement, travel vendors, corporate cards, purchase order activity, banking services, insurance renewals, and supplier performance.\nThe ideal candidate is a hands-on procurement leader who can think strategically, negotiate effectively, improve processes, strengthen controls, and build trusted relationships across the business.\nResponsibilities\nLead indirect procurement strategies across North America, including sourcing, supplier selection, RFQs, price negotiation, contract review, and vendor performance management.\nPartner with business leaders to identify cost savings, improve supplier quality, reduce risk, and strengthen procurement processes.\nOversee significant IT procurement activity, including RFQs, lease-versus-buy analysis, contract review, and supplier negotiations.\nManage procurement-related contract obligations and support cross-functional review with Legal, Finance, IT, and business stakeholders.\nOwn and improve the SAP Vendor Master process for North America, including data accuracy, compliance, and governance.\nDevelop and maintain procurement policies, procedures, operating controls, and best practices.\nLead travel and entertainment procurement strategy, including vendor management, corporate card oversight, employee experience, and policy compliance.\nWork with Accounting and Internal Audit to review and update the Corporate T&E policy.\nTrack indirect spending, identify savings opportunities, and present recommendations to senior management.\nReview quarterly savings goals, achievements, and procurement initiatives with leadership.\nDevelop short- and long-range procurement plans aligned with corporate goals.\nIdentify alternate suppliers and sourcing options to improve resiliency, service quality, and cost effectiveness.\nEvaluate and negotiate financial services pricing, banking service agreements, insurance renewals, and related vendor contracts.\nPartner with insurance brokers, HR, and senior management to evaluate coverage, limits, renewals, pricing, and risk management needs.\nSupport J-SOX compliance, internal controls, disaster recovery planning, and procurement-related risk mitigation.\nRecommend and lead process improvement initiatives that make procurement easier, faster, more transparent, and more scalable.\nPosition Requirements\nBachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Finance, Operations, or a related field. MBA preferred.\n10+ years of procurement, purchasing, strategic sourcing, or supply management experience in a corporate environment.\nExperience leading indirect procurement categories such as IT, professional services, travel, corporate services, financial services, insurance, facilities, or shared services.\nPrior management or team leadership experience.\nStrong contract negotiation, supplier management, sourcing, and cost analysis skills.\nAbility to develop procurement strategies that improve operating efficiency, service quality, compliance, and financial performance.\nStrong understanding of procurement controls, vendor governance, policy management, and risk management.\nExperience with SAP or similar ERP/vendor master systems preferred.\nKnowledge of web-based banking systems, treasury management systems, insurance policies, and corporate card programs preferred.\nStrong project management skills with the ability to lead multiple initiatives across departments.\nExcellent communication, leadership, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.\nProficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.\nOccasional travel required, less than 5%.\nAbout Sharp Imaging and Information Company of America (SIICA)\nSharp Imaging and Information Company of America (SIICA) is a division of Sharp Electronics Corporation, the U.S. subsidiary of Japan's Sharp Corporation, a global technology company which has been named to Fortune magazine's World's Most Admired Company List. Sharp strives to help businesses achieve Simply Smarter work by helping companies manage workflow efficiently, create immersive and engaging environments, and increase productivity. SIICA offers a full suite of secure printer and copier solutions, professional and commercial visual displays and projectors, software management and productivity software and markets durable Dynabook laptops. As a total solutions provider, Sharp has a reputation for innovation, quality, reliability, and industry-leading customer support expertise. \nEmployee Perks \nComprehensive, family-friendly healthcare plans (medical, dental, vision).\n401k retirement plan with a competitive match and plenty of financial support tools.\nEmployee Assistance Plan to care for you and your family's mental and behavioral health, balance, and support. Financial protection for you and your family (life insurance and disability insurance)\nRewarding and holistic wellness program.\nTraining, professional development, and mentorship\nFull suite of voluntary insurance benefits for financial planning (auto, home, ID protection and legal)\nDynamic culture eager to innovate, enhance diversity, and work smarter.\nThe listed salary range or contractual rate excludes bonuses, incentives, differential pay, and any other forms of compensation or benefits. The starting salary will be determined by several variables, including but not limited to experience, education, training, certification, and location. You may also be eligible to receive an annual discretionary incentive award, commissions, and program-specific awards, which are subject to the rules governing these programs.\nCompensation Statement\n$138,000—$160,000 USD\nSharp Electronics Corporation is an equal opportunity employer - minority - female - disability - veteran.\nAs part of our recruitment process, Sharp Electronics may use automated tools, including artificial intelligence, to assist in the recruiting process. These tools are used to support, and not replace, human decision-making. We are committed to fair and equitable hiring practices, and all hiring decisions are made or reviewed by qualified personnel.\nAll applicants must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship. All applications must include compensation expectations in order to be considered. 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