Manager, Procurement

Position Overview

As a key leader of medium‑to‑large sized indirect spend categories, the Manager Procurement – Corporate is accountable for developing and implementing robust sourcing strategies that align with core business deliverables while leveraging the marketplace and supplier community. The role performs end‑to‑end strategic sourcing and category‑management functions: analyzing third‑party spend to identify opportunities, integrating category strategies, and executing the sourcing process (including RFx, negotiations, and contracting) while ensuring adherence to procurement processes and policy compliance across the enterprise.

• Create and implement sourcing strategy for medium‑to‑large sized categories, managing RFx, RFI, RFP, reverse auction, negotiations, and evaluation processes, and using appropriate tools to drive results and deliver savings.
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies and events for assigned spend areas (Finance, HR, IT Corporate Systems, Legal, Marketing, and Strategy), manage contract negotiation processes (pricing, key terms, etc.), and measure key performance indicators (KPIs) and other performance metrics.
• Perform advanced analysis to support the procurement and sourcing process, including understanding current and potential savings opportunities, pricing models, and scenarios.
• Maintain and manage existing contracts and the contract review process using contract management software, specifically Coupa.
• Interface with business partners at VP, Director, and Manager levels to set procurement priorities and execute continuous cost and performance improvement strategies.
• Maintain regular communication with suppliers, resolve ongoing issues, and promote proactive continuous improvement and cost reductions.
• Supervise one direct report.

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Accounting, Finance, or Business; MBA is a plus.
• 5–7 years of indirect procurement or a similar analytical role (finance, merchandising, planning) with at least 3 years of vendor management or contract negotiation experience.
• Strong understanding of procurement best practices, emerging trends, and fundamental analytical techniques.
• Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM), Certified Purchasing Professional (CPP), Certified Professional Purchasing Consultant (CPPC), or Certified Project Management Professional (PMP) certifications are a plus.
• Proficient in negotiation techniques and capable of executing complex negotiations.
• Experience managing high‑value, high‑visibility sourcing initiatives and interpreting and drafting contractual terms.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams in achieving or exceeding challenging goals and implementing successful cost‑saving initiatives.
• Proven analytical and problem‑solving skills with a keen understanding of relevant cost drivers.
• Proficiency with Coupa procurement systems is a plus.

Competitive wages paired with flexible hours. All full‑time associates receive medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, and a 401(k) plan. Associates are eligible for an associate discount on company merchandise.
Compensation Range: $95,000.00 – $.

Burlington Stores, Inc. is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. Individual pay decisions are based on a variety of factors including qualifications, education, job‑related skills, relevant experience, and geographic location.