Manager, Indirect Procurement - North America

CHEP helps move more goods to more people, in more places than any other organization on earth via our 347 million pallets, crates and containers. We employ approximately 13,000 people and operate in 60 countries. Through our pioneering and sustainable share-and-reuse business model, the world’s biggest brands trust us to help them transport their goods more efficiently, safely and with less environmental impact. What does that mean for you? You’ll join an international organization big enough to take you anywhere, and small enough to get you there sooner. You’ll help change how goods get to market and contribute to global sustainability. You’ll be empowered to bring your authentic self to work and be surrounded by diverse and driven professionals. And you can maximize your work-life balance and flexibility through our Hybrid Work Model . Job Description We’re looking for a hands‑on Indirect Procurement Manager to lead North America overhead spend within a broader Source‑to‑Pay (S2P) organization. This role owns end‑to‑end strategic sourcing execution, supplier relationships, and stakeholder partnership across indirect categories that support the business—but are not tied to direct manufacturing. Key Responsibilities May Include: Execute sourcing strategies across spend categories to ensure value creation, cost optimization, and risk management. Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring high levels of performance, compliance, and continuous improvement. Lead contract negotiations and manage supplier agreements, ensuring that contracts are aligned with global procurement policies. Collaborate cross-functionally with internal stakeholders (Operations, Finance, Supply Chain, etc.) to ensure procurement aligns with business objectives. Monitor and report on supplier performance, implementing KPIs and ensuring timely delivery of high-quality goods and services. Manage cost reduction initiatives and identify areas for further cost efficiency and improvement across procurement categories. Ensure compliance with all procurement policies and regulatory requirements, providing guidance on governance and best practices. Support the implementation of global and regional procurement strategies, ensuring alignment with long-term business goals Lead, develop, and coach a team of procurement professionals, fostering a culture of continuous learning, innovation, and collaboration, ensuring the team delivers on its objectives and contributes to the overall success of the procurement function. N.A. Indirect Procurement Manager – Overheads Work Locations: 7601 Greenbriar Parkway Orlando, FL or Promenade Central, 1200 Peachtree St. NE Atlanta, GA Level: Manager (First‑Line Leader) About the Role You’ll manage one direct report (based in Orlando) while personally leading sourcing initiatives across North America. This role requires strong execution, disciplined sourcing practices, and the ability to balance value, service, and governance. What You’ll Be Responsible For Own North America indirect overhead sourcing (approximately $XX M+ spend ) Lead and coach through a structured 7‑step strategic sourcing process Run RFPs/RFXs independently and ensure fairness, governance, and ESG alignment Partner closely with business stakeholders to define requirements and deliver outcomes Manage supplier relationships, including QBRs, performance improvement, and contract management Drive optimized value (service, quality, risk, and cost—not price alone) Coach and develop one direct report while remaining hands‑on in execution Operate effectively within a regionalized, decentralized procurement model Categories You’ll Support Any spend not directly related to building pallets or containers , including: Marketing and professional services Consulting and contingent labor Regional T&E Regional IT platforms and technology services Office supplies Facilities, janitorial, décor, and building services Transportation support (truck leasing: box trucks, flatbeds, CDL trailers) Regional supplier partnerships What Success Looks Like In the first 90 days, you will: Independently lead sourcing events using the established sourcing methodology Be viewed as a trusted procurement partner by NA stakeholders Actively manage supplier performance and contracts Coach your direct report through complex sourcing activities Over time, you will: Consistently deliver value across NA overhead spend Build strong supplier partnerships with clear governance Be recognized as a reliable, execution‑focused people leader Required Qualifications 3–5 years of strategic sourcing experience (industry agnostic) Proven experience managing $40M+ indirect spend Strong working knowledge of formal strategic sourcing processes Experience with CLM / P2P systems (Coupa, SAP, Ariba, MRP, or similar) Ability to lead sourcing events end‑to‑end and partner with cross‑functional stakeholders Comfortable operating without signatory authority Preferred Qualifications Prior people leadership experience or leading complex cross‑functional initiatives Category exposure to IT, Marketing, Professional Services, Facilities, or Transportation Experience managing regional suppliers Strong supplier relationship management background Remote Type Hybrid Remote Skills to succeed in the role Coaching, Collaboration, Contract Management, Cost Management, Disruptive Thinking, Feedback, Inclusive Leadership, Leading Change, Leading Customer Centric Teams, Mentorship, Motivating Teams, Prioritization, Procurement Strategies, Procurement Systems, Responsible Sourcing, Risk Management, Self-Awareness, Supplier Management, Supplier Performance Management (PM) We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to developing a diverse workforce in which everyone is treated fairly, with respect, and has the opportunity to contribute to business success while realizing his or her potential. This means harnessing the unique skills and experience that each individual brings and we do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class. Individuals fraudulently misrepresenting themselves as Brambles or CHEP representatives have scheduled interviews and offered fraudulent employment opportunities with the intent to commit identity theft or solicit money. Brambles and CHEP never conduct interviews via online chat or request money as a term of employment. If you have a question as to the legitimacy of an interview or job offer, please contact us at [email protected].