Overview
At KeHE, we’re obsessed with creating solutions, unboxing potential, and serving others – and it all starts with you. As an employee-owned distributor of natural and organic, specialty, and fresh products, we’re committed to making a positive impact and scaling our success together. With a culture that fosters development and opportunity, you’ll be embarking on a career that’s moving forward. When you join KeHE, you’re becoming part of a team that is a force for good
Responsibilities
POSITION PURPOSE:
The Manager, Indirect Procurement – Corporate Travel and Marketing will be responsible for proactively managing the indirect procurement lifecycle (source-to-pay) for marketing and corporate travel and expense (T&E). This role will serve as a subject matter expert in sourcing, negotiating and managing suppliers engaged by the Marketing business unit as well as T&E relied upon by the company to optimize our corporate program to drive value through cost-effective solutions and enhance the travel experience for our employees. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in indirect spend management and corporate T&E who is tech-savvy, forward thinking and detail-oriented. As with all positions at KeHE Distributors, we expect that all actions will be consistent with KeHE’s Mission, Vision, and Values.
Qualifications
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
- Excellent communication (written and oral) skills to interface and influence stakeholders of all levels and build trust.
- Deep understanding of T&E, strategic sourcing, contracts, and supplier risk/relationship management practices.
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments to ensure timely performance and completion.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment pivoting between the two as needed.
- Strong analytical skills with attention to detail in evaluating vendor terms, benchmarking data and identifying opportunities.
- Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint), Adobe Acrobat and e-signature platforms (e.g., DocuSign).
- Proficient in T&E management and procurement (S2P/P2P) platforms. Experience in SAP Ariba, Deem and/or Workday Expense a plus.
- Ability to develop and execute on purchasing and negotiation strategies to obtain commercial terms favorable to KeHE.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- BA/BS in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Hospitality Management or a related field.
- At least 3 years of progressive work experience in directly managing T&E programs in a corporate environment, ideally within a Finance or Procurement function.
- At least 3 years of progressive work experience in managing indirect procurement preferably supporting Sales, Marketing or related business unit.
- Proven track record of successful negotiations with suppliers including airlines, hotels and car rental companies resulting in cost savings/avoidance and other favorable terms.
- Experience in managing and leading projects involving cross-functional teams and leadership.
- Strong understanding of expense policies, internal controls, policy development & enforcement and compliance requirements (e.g., fraud prevention, audit readiness).
- Experience with data analysis and reporting to optimize spend, identify trends and ensure policy compliance based on established KPIs.
- Experience in driving and managing indirect procurement activities using P2P/S2P software such as Ariba, Coupa, etc.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms, stand; walk; talk or hear; and use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move more than 20 pounds.