Senior Manager, Global Indirect Sourcing

Senior Manager, Global Indirect Sourcing

Fortune Brands Innovations, Inc. is an industry‑leading home, security and digital products company focused on transforming spaces into havens. This role is based in Deerfield, IL, with a hybrid schedule. The position leads the IT category sourcing team, driving strategy for digital transformation initiatives.

As the Senior Manager, Indirect Sourcing – IT, you will lead the category team and be responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies that support our digital transformation initiatives and drive innovation in technology solutions. In this people‑manager role, you will work closely with global business/functional leaders across all of Fortune Brands to develop and implement sourcing strategies that effectively reduce the total cost of ownership of category spend.

• Develop and implement IT sourcing strategies aligned with business objectives and digital transformation goals.
• Collaborate with IT, Data & Analytics, Finance, Risk, Legal, and Supply Chain Transformation stakeholders to understand technology needs and provide strategic sourcing guidance.
• Identify and develop a strategy to reduce shadow technology.
• Manage supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, and ensure value for the company.
• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in technology, including AI, cloud strategies, cybersecurity, and Industry 4.0.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to the IT department, driving efficiencies and cost savings.
• Lead cross‑functional teams to improve procurement processes and drive strategic sourcing initiatives.
• Train and coach direct reports.
• Build and manage the category project pipeline through expertise and stakeholder collaboration.
• Implement best practices through cross‑functional engagement.
• Lead RFI/RFQ/RFP processes and negotiate supplier agreements.
• Deliver savings and cost optimization on existing and recurring spend.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 10+ years of procurement experience, including 5+ years leading IT category strategies and driving cost savings.
• Strong expertise in technology sourcing and vendor management.
• Deep knowledge of cloud strategies, cybersecurity, and Industry 4.0 concepts.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Proven ability to build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders across functions.
• Demonstrated success in reducing Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) through strategic sourcing initiatives.

• MBA or advanced degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related discipline.
• Strategic thinker with a proven ability to execute flawlessly.
• Experience consolidating spend and identifying savings opportunities across multiple business units.
• Background managing a broad range of IT categories, including hardware, software, telecom, IT services, embedded software, and “as‑a‑Service” solutions within a global manufacturing environment.

Salary range: $145,000 – $185,000 USD. Employees also participate in an annual bonus plan or a role‑based sales incentive plan. Comprehensive benefits include health plans, a 401(k) program with company contribution, product discounts, flexible time off, adoption benefits, and more.

Fortune Brands is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are evaluated without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability/handicap status, marital status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, or any other legally protected characteristic.

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