Manager, Indirect Purchasing Services and Materials

The role

The Manager of Indirect Purchasing Services and Materials will source and manage contracts with external service providers for information technology, marketing, engineering services, and commercial operations. You will oversee a team of buyers and develop procurement strategies for an annual budget of up to $1 billion.

What you will do

• Lead a team in developing and executing compliant purchasing strategies
• Identify supplier partners and participate in pre-sourcing audits
• Evaluate and apply technical changes to meet cost, quality and delivery objectives
• Support development of specifications, bid terms and contractual language
• Ensure documentation of sourcing activities via internal purchasing system
• Ensure adherence to company policies and procedures
• Ensure business continuity by purchasing goods and services
• Review and approve buyer sourcing projects and Purchase Orders
• Evaluate and assess individual buyer and vendor performance
• Establish and maintain relationships with Business Units and suppliers

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in business or a relevant field
• 10+ years of purchasing experience in developing and executing automotive production procurement strategies in indirect procurement
• 5+ years of experience in leading and developing high-performing teams
• Demonstrated passion for leadership and fostering team development
• Proven track record of building and maintaining vital stakeholder and supplier relationships
• Experience in managing supplier performance
• Comprehensive knowledge of automotive, manufacturing, or related industries
• Excellent communication skills
• Proactive mindset
• Entrepreneurial spirit
• Ability to think creatively

Nice to have

• 5+ years of industry experience

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision and income protection plans
• 401(k) program with employer match and immediate vesting
• 20 days planned PTO, as accrued
• 40 hours of unplanned PTO
• 14 company or floating holidays, annually
• Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave
• Paid leave for bereavement, jury duty, voting time, or military leave
• Corporate Vehicle Program with eligibility for 1 assigned vehicle
• A mobility stipend

Before you apply

• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older
• This role is not eligible for remote work in New York City

About the company

Scout Motors is an iconic American brand that is electrifying and digitizing its legacy of rugged SUVs and trucks. The company empowers inclusive and entrepreneurial teams to innovate and shape the future of transportation.