Sr. Manager, Indirect Procurement

Capital Projects & Engineering Procurement (Primary Focus)

Lead sourcing, negotiation, and contracting for capital equipment, construction, and engineering services across manufacturing sites.
Partner with Engineering and Project Management teams to support capital planning and execution.
Evaluate supplier proposals, technical specifications, and statements of work to ensure best total value (cost, schedule, quality, risk)
Manage supplier selection, contract execution, and performance throughout project lifecycle
Mitigate risk related to scope changes, timelines, and supplier performance
Generate and execute master service agreements that optimize the Company’s interests

Plant Services & Strategic Indirect Procurement

Lead sourcing and supplier management for select plant-related categories (e.g., maintenance services, specialized MRO, pallets, and operational services)
Identify and execute cost savings and value improvement opportunities across assigned categories
Pursue independent sourcing strategies where appropriate

GPO Strategy & Spend Governance

Work with GPO partners to leverage pre-negotiated agreements where aligned to CHG needs
Drive adoption and compliance of GPO contracts across manufacturing sites
Identify gaps where GPO solutions are not optimal and lead alternative sourcing initiatives
Monitor off-contract spend and implement actions to reduce leakage

Supplier Relationship Management

Establish and manage strategic supplier relationships across capital and key indirect categories
Define and track supplier performance metrics (KPIs) including cost, service, quality, and delivery
Drive continuous improvement, innovation, and cost reduction initiatives with suppliers

Procurement Excellence & Analytics

Serve as a trusted advisor to Engineering, Operations, and Plant Leadership teams
Lead sourcing events (RFI/RFP/RFQ) for complex categories and projects
Conduct market analysis, supplier benchmarking, and cost modeling to support negotiations
Track and report realized savings and value delivery
Ensure compliance with procurement policies, processes, and risk management standards

Minimum Job Requirements

Education/Certifications and Experience: Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or advanced degree desirable
5-15 yrs experience in procurement or related field
Strong background in construction and equipment procurement
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and other business software used for data analysis (SAP)
Broad understanding of capital equipment and construction industry
Contract law knowledge, with the ability to analyze statements of work, engineering drawings and specifications
Strong negotiation skills with large purchases and complex technical specifications
Capable of independently managing multiple priorities, projects, and tasks
Excellent interpersonal, customer service, and problem solving skills
Self-starter with proven track record of implementing/executing complex projects
Analytical skills and creative thinking

About

About At C.H. Guenther, we value transparency in compensation. By providing the salary range for this role, we aim to promote fairness and help candidates make informed choices about their career. The salary range for this role is: $95,938.00 - $178,010.00 Actual compensation may vary based on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, as well as geographic location.

Benefits

• Health and disability insurance
• Retail savings options
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employee assistance programs
• Education assistance
• Paid time off
• Company-paid holidays

Contact

For Additional Information About Our Company, Go To Www.chg.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer

C.H. Guenther & Son and its subsidiaries are E-Verify participating employers. Click here for more information regarding E-verify.