Head of Indirect Procurement

CarParts.com

. Develop and deploy an indirect procurement sourcing strategy .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeLong Beach • California • United StatesLead💰 $150,000 - $175,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in indirect procurement and supply chain management, with a strong focus on contract negotiation, supplier relationship management, and strategic sourcing. Proven ability to lead complex projects, optimize costs, and implement best practices across various departments.

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Indirect Procurement ExperienceContract Negotiation SkillsSupplier Relationship ManagementProject Management SkillsLean/Sigma Training

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Hard Skills

Procurement Strategy DevelopmentContract DevelopmentCategory ManagementCost-Savings InitiativesNegotiation TechniquesSupplier SegmentationPerformance ReportingRisk ManagementAnalytical SkillsCompliance Knowledge

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationProblem SolvingStrategic PlanningInterpersonal SkillsAttention to Detail

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft Word

Industry Keywords

Supply ChainSourcing Best PracticesCommercial AgreementsRFP/RFI PreparationVendor ScreeningContract Terms and ConditionsService Level AgreementsThird-Party ContractorsWarehouse OperationsTechnology Environment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and deploy an indirect procurement sourcing strategy
Build and execute a sourcing roadmap supporting internal stakeholders and optimizing company cost and terms
Lead the Indirect category as the single point of accountability for service, quality, cost, and performance
Partner with Warehouse Operations, Technology, Marketing, Accounting, Finance, Compliance, HR, and other departments
Conduct business reviews with internal stakeholders and suppliers to monitor goals, identify issues and opportunities, and understand category trends
Own and maintain a comprehensive database of active contracts, including renewal dates, payment terms, contacts, and business owners
Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and contract terms and conditions, including liability, indemnification, termination, SLAs, and auto-renewal clauses
Implement category and sourcing strategies and expand the supplier network
Identify, assess, prioritize, and execute cost-savings initiatives
Develop engaged supplier and category expert partnerships
Generate monthly and/or quarterly performance reports and analyze key metrics
Benchmark and implement sourcing best practices, processes, and tools
Manage complex strategic sourcing projects, including requirements gathering, vendor screening, RFP/RFI preparation and execution, negotiations, supplier relationship management, and contract development and execution
Oversee more than $15M in annual spend across capital expenditures, corporate and warehouse contracts, and third-party contractors domestically and globally

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years of Procurement and/or Supply Chain experience required
5+ years of indirect procurement experience required
Proven track record negotiating a high volume of complex contracts simultaneously, including pricing, payment terms, and terms and conditions
Skilled in negotiation techniques
Knowledge of applicable purchasing laws, regulations, and ethical issues
Experience in category management, supplier segmentation, contract negotiation, commercial agreements, supplier relationship management, and supplier scorecard management
Experience in a supply chain or technology environment highly desirable
Excellent end-to-end project management skills
Competencies and knowledge in contract development, especially IT contracts, including key contracting principles and standard terms
Effective verbal and written business communication with all levels of the workforce, including senior leadership and executive management
Exceptional problem solving, strategic planning, critical thinking, analytical, ambiguity management, and risk management skills
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment and fast-paced, rapidly changing environment
Exceptional attention to detail and comfort reviewing contract fine print under tight timelines
Prior direct people leadership experience a plus
Lean/sigma training and experience highly desirable
Proficient with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal Opportunity Employer
Collaborative and in-person work culture
Opportunities for growth and advancement through promotion from within