Smiths Detection

Mechanical Or Industrial Engineering

IndirectSourcingManager

$107–177k Edgewood, Maryland, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

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The Brief

“Indirect Sourcing Manager at Smiths Detection. Skills: Indirect Sourcing, Procurement, Supplier Management, Contract Negotiation, Cost Optimization. lead the procurement and sourcing of indirect goods and services (including Maintenance, Repair, Operations, Marketing, Facilities, HR services, Professional & Consultancy Services) across the Americas region. developing sourcing strategies”

What You'll Achieve.

Cost savings and cost avoidance; Supplier performance and risk mitigation; Contract compliance and cycle time reduction; Stakeholder satisfaction; Spend under management

Industry & Context.

Mechanical Or Industrial Engineering
Problems you'll solve

Strategic thinking with a data-driven mindset

Eligibility Requirements

compliance of Company operations to all applicable laws, regulations and standards, good business practices and company documented procedures (including knowledge of all standards, government occupational health and environmental regulations and statutes related to the site), Follow all environmental requirements consistent with supporting the company’s environmental performance goals, Complete, and actively participate in all other EHS training requirements

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

5+ years of experience in indirect procurement, sourcing, or supply chain, with a focus on indirect categories, negotiation, contract management, and supplier relationship skills, Proven ability to analyze data and drive cost-saving initiatives, Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Nice to Have

MBA or relevant certification preferred

What You'll Do.

lead the procurement and sourcing of indirect goods and services (including Maintenance

Professional & Consultancy Services) across the Americas region

developing sourcing strategies

optimizing supplier performance

driving cost efficiencies while ensuring quality and compliance

Develop and execute sourcing strategies for indirect spend categories to achieve cost savings and operational efficiency

Lead end-to-end sourcing activities

supplier negotiations

and contract management

and onboard suppliers while maintaining vendor relationships

Analyze spend data to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve procurement processes aligned with the wider Indirect Procurement Team

Drive supplier performance management

and continuous improvement initiatives

Ensure compliance with company policies

and ethical sourcing standards

Monitor market trends and risks to proactively adjust sourcing strategies

Support adoption of digital procurement tools and systems (e. g.

e-sourcing platforms) as part of the wider procurement strategy

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Partner with internal stakeholders (Finance, HR, Marketing, Operations, Legal) to understand business needs and align sourcing strategies and contracting process; Supports the Global Category Managers in the development, implementation and adoption of a clear category strategy in region; interacting with all levels

Communication Scope

Ability to work and communicate across multiple indirect categories and priorities in a fast-paced environment; Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Process & Methodology

project management and organizational skills

Full Job Description

Every minute of every day, Smiths Detection’s threat detection and security screening technology helps to protect people and infrastructure, making the world a safer place. Smiths Detection, part of Smiths Group is a global leader in the development, manufacture and management of security and detection solutions designed to make the world a safer place. Our technology provides threat detection and screening solutions for customers in our key markets: aviation, ports and borders, defence, and urban security. Our expertise spans 21 global offices, seven manufacturing sites and five R&D centres, with a global network of 3,000 dedicated colleagues contributing towards over 40 years at the frontline of advances in safety and security. This results in careers built on variety and the opportunity to work on a range of state-of-the-art solutions, where you can develop your knowledge and experience every day. We are seeking a strategic and results-driven Indirect Sourcing Manager to lead the procurement and sourcing of indirect goods and services (including Maintenance, Repair, Operations, Marketing, Facilities, HR services, Professional & Consultancy Services) across the Americas region. This role is responsible for developing sourcing strategies, optimizing supplier performance, and driving cost efficiencies while ensuring quality and compliance. Responsibilities * Develop and execute sourcing strategies for indirect spend categories to achieve cost savings and operational efficiency * Lead end-to-end sourcing activities, including RFPs, RFQs, supplier negotiations, and contract management * Identify, evaluate, and onboard suppliers while maintaining strong vendor relationships * Partner with internal stakeholders (Finance, HR, Marketing, Operations, Legal) to understand business needs and align sourcing strategies and contracting process * Supports the Global Category Managers in the development, implementation and adoption of a clear category strategy in region * Analyze

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