the LEGO Group · 1 day ago
Strategic Sourcing Specialist
Richmond, VA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$94K/yr - $141K/yrThe LEGO Group is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Specialist for Indirect Materials & Services (IM&S) to join their procurement team. This professional-level role involves supporting sourcing, contracting, and supplier relationship activities across non-production categories essential to their U.S. operations.
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Responsibilities
Support the development and execution of category strategies for IM&S in alignment with procurement frameworks
Conduct market research and benchmarking to provide input into sourcing decisions and supplier selection
Support opportunities for efficiency, savings, and supplier innovation
Lead day-to-day procurement processes including requirements gathering, supplier evaluation, negotiation support, and contracting
Process purchase orders, assist in supplier onboarding, and following policies and standards
Participate in tactical negotiations with counsel, applying foundational negotiation skills
Enforce procurement policies with stakeholders and suppliers to ensure compliance and alignment with company standards
Act as a point of contact for assigned suppliers, evaluating performance against cost, quality, and service expectations
Support supplier performance reviews and contribute to problem resolution and continuous improvement initiatives
Collaborate with suppliers to ensure reliable delivery and alignment with business needs
Work closely with IT, HR, Finance, Facilities, and other internal contributors to understand requirements
Communicate optimally to align sourcing activities with business objectives
Seek mentorship from senior colleagues or leadership on sophisticated issues while building confidence in independent decision-making
Act as a guide and first line of support for business partners navigating the procurement environment
Contribute to cost tracking, reporting, and analysis to support budgeting and transparency
Apply procurement systems and digital tools for day-to-day activities while seeking opportunities to build sophisticated capability
Support sustainability, compliance, and responsible sourcing practices in line with company standards
Qualification
Required
Procurement or sourcing experience, ideally in indirect categories
Familiarity with procurement practices covering sourcing, contracting, and supplier coordination
Basic negotiation skills with potential to develop into more sophisticated negotiations
Analytical approach with curiosity to learn and problem-solve
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, open to feedback and collaboration
Preferred
Proficiency in ERP/procurement systems (SAP, Ariba, or similar)
Benefits
Family Care Leave – We offer enhanced paid leave options for those important times.
Insurances – All colleagues are covered by our life and disability insurance which provides protection and peace of mind.
Wellbeing – We want you to be your best self, so you’ll have access to the Headspace App and lots of wellbeing initiatives and programs run by local teams where you are based
Colleague Discount – We know you'll love to build so from day 1 you will qualify for our generous colleague discount.
Bonus – We do our best work to succeed together. When goals are reached and if eligible, you'll be rewarded through our bonus scheme
Company
the LEGO Group
The LEGO Group is a family-owned company that specializes in the development of children's creativity through playing and learning.
Founded in 1932
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Niels B. Christiansen
CEO
Jesper Andersen
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
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