Indirect Category Manager

New Balance is seeking an Indirect Category Manager in Boston, MA, to oversee sourcing for various indirect spend categories, including IT and Marketing. The role involves leading sourcing projects, developing relationships with stakeholders, and utilizing e-procurement technologies. Candidates should have at least 5 years of sourcing experience and strong analytical skills. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and emphasizes work-life balance.
Who We Are:

Since 1906, New Balance has empowered people through sport and craftsmanship to create positive change in communities around the world. We innovate fearlessly, guided by our core values and driven by the belief that conventions were meant to be challenged. We foster a culture in which every associate feels welcomed and respected, where leaders and creatives are inspired to shape the world of tomorrow by taking bold action today.

JOB MISSION:

As a member of New Balance's Strategic Purchasing Team, this position will have oversight and responsibility for a set of Spend Categories supporting our Corporate Functions and Business units. Under the umbrella of $1B+ in Global Indirect Spend, this role will primarily focus on Indirect Spend Categories in IT, DTC (Retail and eCommerce), Marketing, HR, and Sales but not limited to the North America region. As a member of the Strategic Purchasing team, you will become proficient in the use and expansion of our Source to Pay solution.

MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES:
• Support and lead a set of sourcing improvement projects for assigned categories aimed at reducing cost while also improving service quality and total cost of ownership.
• Cultivate relationships with business stakeholders and organize Functional Teams with key business stakeholders to facilitate effective formulation and execution of long-term sourcing strategies
• Develop policies and procedures and lead negotiations with key business partners and suppliers to ensure best quality, service and cost for the company.
• Utilize a robust multi-step sourcing process to address and help prioritize areas of spend and opportunities for improvement
• Develop and implement formal supplier and category transition plans to ensure projects become sustainable and embedded in the organization's processes.
• Leverage E-Procurement technologies to support the Source to Pay process and connect strategic sourcing activities with transactional purchasing.
• Provide Cross Regional and Functional leadership to leverage best practices.
• As a member of the Global Strategic Purchasing team support change management and process changes that will be needed to deliver sustained value and benefit across the company

REQUIREMENTS FOR SUCCESS:
• Minimum of 5 years professional experience in Direct or Indirect Sourcing.
• Supply Chain Management, and/or Business Consulting.
• ISM CPM or CPSM Designation or commensurate experience preferred
• Strong analytical skills
• Experience exposure with large scale procurement transformations
• Experience with e-procurement tools SAP, Ariba or similar

Regular Associate Benefits

Our products are only as good as the people we hire, so we make sure to hire the best and treat them accordingly. New Balance offers a comprehensive traditional benefits package including three options for medical insurance as well as dental, vision, life insurance and 401K. We also proudly offer a slate of more nontraditional perks - opportunities like online learning and development courses, tuition reimbursement, $100 monthly student loan support and various mentorship programs - that encourage our associates to grow personally as they develop professionally. You'll also enjoy a yearly $1,000 lifestyle reimbursement, 4 weeks of vacations, 12 holidays and generous parental leave, because work-life balance is more than just a buzzword - it's part of our culture.

Temporary associates are provided three options for medical insurance as well as dental and vision insurance and an associate discount.

Part time associates are provided 401k, short term disability, a yearly $300 lifestyle reimbursement and an associate discount.

Flexible Work Schedule

For decades we have fostered a unique culture founded on our values with a particular focus on in-person teamwork and collaboration. Our North American hybrid model encourages rich in-person experiences, showcasing our commitment to teamwork and connection, while maintaining flexibility for associates. New Balance Associates currently work in office three days per week (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday). Our offices are fully open, and amenities are available across our North American office locations. To continue our focus on hybrid work we have introduced "Work from Anywhere" (WFA) for four weeks per calendar year. This model will help us enhance our culture while continuing to maintain elements of flexibility.

Equal Opportunity Employer

New Balance provides equal opportunities for all current and prospective associates and takes affirmative action to ensure that employment, training, compensation, transfer, promotion and other terms, conditions and privileges of employment are provided without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, handicap, genetic information and/or status as an Armed Forces service medal veteran, recently separated veteran, qualified disabled veteran or other protected veteran.