Sourcing Manager- IT & Facility Management

Job Openings – Sourcing Manager – IT & Facility Management Summary

Title:

Sourcing Manager – IT & Facility Management

Location:

Kansas City, MO
Department:
Procurement

The Sourcing Manager of Indirects will be responsible for executing sourcing activities, managing supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, and implementing cost‑saving initiatives for indirect spend categories including IT and Facilities Management across Ghirardelli, Lindt & Sprungli (USA), and Lindt & Sprungli North America. The Sourcing Manager will collaborate closely with internal stakeholders and suppliers to drive operational procurement excellence in IT and Facilities Management.

The position maintains alignment with the global procurement strategy and the directives of the Head Group Indirect Procurement in Lindt International.

• Develop category strategies for Indirect materials and services in close collaboration with the Sourcing Director Indirects, focusing on cost, quality, and supplier alignment with organizational goals.
• Supports the development and implementation of sourcing strategies across relevant Indirect categories within IT and Facility Management using the 7-step sourcing process.
• Conducts market analyses to identify trends, risks, and opportunities across main spend categories in scope.
• Build and maintain strategic relationships with suppliers, negotiating favorable terms for quality, cost, and supply assurance.

• Leads contract negotiations with suppliers to secure favorable terms, balancing quality, service, risk management, and cost objectives.
• Ensures robust contracts are developed that support long‑term supplier relationships and protect the company’s interests.
• Ensures all contract terms align with legal and compliance requirements, and procurement strategies.
• Ensures suppliers comply with the agreed contractual terms, in collaboration with relevant functions.
• Ensures agreements with Group suppliers are correctly implemented across relevant subsidiaries in North America, collaborating closely with Group Indirect Procurement.

• Work with business partners across functions to understand and support their procurement requirements, building a yearly pipeline of projects with associated benefit targets.
• Maintain sourcing project tracker updated with latest project information and status.

• Execute cost‑saving initiatives through strategic sourcing, supplier consolidation, and process efficiencies.
• Track and report sourcing savings, ensuring alignment with annual cost‑saving targets.
• Participate and act as a key contributor to any cost savings ideation workshops with relevant functions.
• Partner with suppliers to identify cost‑saving opportunities while ensuring continuous improvement in quality, service, and efficiency.
• Collaborate with the Group Indirect Procurement team to support the execution of global initiatives.

• Ensure procurement processes follow company policies, procurement best practices, and governance standards.
• Support the rollout of procurement systems and tools, assisting in system adoption across teams.
• Maintain procurement documentation and records, ensuring full traceability for audits and internal reviews.
• Ensure compliance with Supplier Code of Conduct and Corporate Social Responsibility requirements.

• Collaborate across functions to monitor supplier performance vs. agreed quality and service standards.
• Implement supplier scorecards and conduct regular performance reviews with largest suppliers, ensuring improvement plans where necessary.
• Identify potential risks and develop contingency plans to protect the organization from supply interruptions or volatility.

• Detail‑Oriented: Ensures procurement accuracy and compliance with contracts.
• Execution‑Focused: Drives day‑to‑day procurement processes efficiently.
• Strong Negotiator: Capable of securing optimal pricing and contract terms.
• Problem‑Solver: Resolves supplier and…