Procurement Manager - Indirects

About the role

Strategic sourcing leader for Conair’s indirect spend, with a primary focus on Professional Fees, Travel & Entertainment (T&E), and SG&A categories. Partner with Finance and internal stakeholders to develop category strategies, negotiate supplier agreements, and deliver cost savings across the business.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage sourcing strategies for indirect categories, with a primary focus on Professional Fees (consulting, legal, audit, and agency services), Travel & Entertainment, and other SG&A spend.
• Run competitive sourcing events such as RFPs and RFQs, and lead negotiations to secure favorable pricing and terms.
• Analyze spend data to identify sourcing opportunities and build the business case for each initiative.
• Manage supplier relationships across assigned categories and monitor performance against service levels and contractual commitments.
• Negotiate and administer contracts, and resolve pricing, service, or delivery issues as they arise.
• Identify and deliver measurable cost savings that support Conair’s annual budget and financial targets.
• Support tracking to report savings and maintain accurate category/supplier data.
• Partner with Finance, Legal, HR, Facilities, and other functions to understand requirements and align sourcing decisions with business needs.
• Support stakeholders in supplier selection and provide guidance on procurement policy and process.
• Identify and implement improvements to sourcing, purchasing, and contract management processes.
• Support the adoption of procurement tools and best practices that improve efficiency and spend visibility.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or a related field.
• 5+ years of procurement or strategic sourcing experience, including hands-on experience managing indirect categories.
• Demonstrated success delivering cost savings and negotiating supplier contracts.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience sourcing Professional Fees, T&E, and/or SG&A categories.
• MBA or advanced degree.
• Professional certification such as CPSM, CIPS, or PMP.
• Experience with an ERP system such as SAP.

Pay

Anticipated base salary range: $120,000 to $130,000 per year. Eligible for an annual bonus opportunity.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Paid parental leave.
• 11 paid holidays.
• Paid vacation time and 2 volunteer days.
• Employee discounts.
• 401k plan with employer contribution.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Account (HSA), and Dependent Care FSA.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness programs.
• Free breakfast and lunch at the Stamford office.

Schedule

• Hybrid schedule: 3 days per week in the Stamford, CT office.
• Approximately 10% domestic and international travel.

About Conair

Conair is a leading international designer, manufacturer, and marketer of branded personal care and small kitchen appliances, cookware, hairbrushes & accessories, cosmetic bags, and travel accessories. Founded in 1959, Conair is driven by a passion for innovation, holding over 1,000 patents worldwide. The company’s brands—including CONAIR, Cuisinart, BabylissPRO, Scünci, TRAVELSMART by CONAIR, and Waring—are sold in over 120 countries. Conair aims to enhance lives through innovative, high-quality products and iconic brands.