Sr. Manager, Procurement & Vendor Management | Consumer Products

Job Description

Job Description

Leading global consumer products company is seeking a Senior Manager of Procurement, Sourcing & Vendor Management at their global headquarters in Los Angeles who will play a pivotal role in transforming how sourcing and vendor relationships are managed across the enterprise.

This is a high-impact leadership opportunity that combines procurement strategy, vendor oversight, and data intelligence. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in vendor management, procurement operations, and building advanced analytics to support data-driven decision-making.

RESPONSIBILITES

Lead and develop a high-performing vendor and data management team, setting clear priorities and performance goals.

Oversee the development and implementation of robust vendor management strategies aligned with business objectives.

Build and maintain strategic vendor relationships, ensuring contract compliance and service excellence.

Define and track vendor performance through KPIs, SLAs, and scorecards that assess financial, customer, and growth metrics.

Create interactive dashboards and advanced reporting tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) to surface insights and drive accountability.

Collaborate cross-functionally with teams in Finance, Legal, Operations, and Sourcing to optimize procurement and vendor processes.

Leverage technology to centralize vendor information and automate data capture for continuous process improvement.

Conduct market scans to identify innovative vendor solutions that support long-term growth and operational efficiency.

Own end-to-end resolution of complex vendor challenges, from issue identification to resolution tracking.

Monitor vendor commitments, audit schedules, reporting timelines, and invoice reconciliation activities.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or a related field.

8+ years of relevant professional experience, including 6-8+ years in direct vendor or procurement management roles.

Experience in team leadership or people management.

Strong negotiation and contract management expertise, with a focus on risk mitigation and compliance.

Excellent analytical skills with the ability to synthesize financial and operational data into actionable insights.

Proficiency with data visualization tools like Tableau or Power BI (minimum 5 years' experience).

Demonstrated success in fast-paced, high-growth environments.

Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Deep understanding of vendor data governance, performance metrics, and market benchmarking.