Ahold Delhaize USA · 3 days ago
Manager Indirect Sourcing
Quincy, MA
Contract
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$109K/yr - $163K/yr
7+ years expAhold Delhaize USA is a division of a global food retailer, and they are seeking a Manager Indirect Sourcing II to lead strategic sourcing initiatives across a $5B portfolio. This role involves developing category strategies, managing sourcing processes, and influencing senior stakeholders to drive cost optimization and innovation.
GroceryRetailSales
No H1B
Responsibilities
Lead high-impact sourcing strategies across designated indirect categories, from opportunity identification through supplier award and implementation
Guide cross-functional teams through complex sourcing events, applying total cost of ownership principles and scenario-based decision frameworks
Develop and implement category strategies that align with business goals and deliver cost savings, risk mitigation, and supplier innovation
Build multi-year category roadmaps using market intelligence, stakeholder input, and advanced cost modeling to drive sustainable value
Manage complex RFP/RFI processes, including bid evaluation, supplier selection, and contract negotiation
Negotiate high-value contracts independently, leveraging deep category expertise and supplier insights to secure optimal terms
Influence senior stakeholders across business units by building and presenting compelling business cases that translate analytics into strategic sourcing recommendations aligned with enterprise goals
Leads and manages sourcing analysts; elevating team capabilities in analytics, negotiation, and supplier management
Partner with Finance, Legal, and Risk to ensure sourcing initiatives meet compliance, governance, and financial standards
Contribute to the strategic planning of departmental workload and resource allocation in collaboration with the Director and executive leadership
Support enterprise-wide procurement transformation initiatives, including process redesign, technology adoption, and change management
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or a related field
7-10 years of sourcing or procurement experience, with a focus on indirect categories
Advanced proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and sourcing platforms (e.g., Ariba, Coupa)
Strong analytical and storytelling skills; able to translate complex data into strategic sourcing recommendations
Deep understanding of sourcing strategy, supplier negotiations, and total cost of ownership principles
Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence senior stakeholders
Ability to travel up to 10%
Preferred
Master's degree (MBA or related field) or professional certifications (e.g., CPSM, C.P.M., MCIPS)
Experience in a matrixed, global retail or consumer-facing organization
Familiarity with ESG sourcing, digital procurement tools, and supplier risk management
Exposure to Lean/Six Sigma or continuous improvement methodologies
Track record of mentoring sourcing professionals and driving procurement transformation
Company
Ahold Delhaize USA
Ahold Delhaize USA provides retail media solutions for brands to advertise to grocery shoppers across ADUSA brands using data-driven tools.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageRecent News
2025-12-30
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