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Indirect Sourcing Category Manager

Tempur Sealy

Lexington, KYFull-time$7.25/hrTracked 3w agoSeen in employer's feed 1w ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$7.25/hr
Location
Lexington, KY
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree

Job overview

Tempur Sealy is hiring an Indirect Sourcing Category Manager. Tempur Sealy, a global bedding designer, manufacturer, distributor and retailer, seeks an Indirect Sourcing Category Manager to develop and execute strategic sourcing initiatives, deliver cost savings, and support operational objectives across indirect spend categories.

Key focus areas include Establish strong relationships with internal business partners and understand strategic direction., Develop sourcing strategies aligned with business objectives and stakeholder trade‑offs., and Evaluate supplier competencies and competitive positioning using cost models and benchmarking..

Important skills include Strategic Sourcing, Category Management, RFx Processes, Vendor Negotiations, Contract Structures, and Legal Terms. Preferred (not required): Source-to-Pay Systems.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Strategic SourcingCategory ManagementRFx ProcessesVendor NegotiationsContract StructuresLegal TermsReviewing MSAsReviewing SOWsReviewing AmendmentsMicrosoft WordExcelPowerPointCommunicationRelationship BuildingCollaborationProblem SolvingProject ManagementDeveloping Sourcing StrategiesEvaluating Supplier Core CompetenciesBenchmarking AnalysisSpend Pattern AnalysisContract AnalysisBid EvaluationSupplier ConsolidationCost SavingsTotal Cost of OwnershipSupplier SelectionPerformance ManagementRisk MitigationSource-to-Pay SystemsAI-Enabled PlatformsCopilot

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree3+ Years Direct or Indirect Sourcing ExperienceHistory of Delivering Quantifiable Cost SavingsBachelor's in Business AdministrationBachelor's in Supply ChainBachelor's in FinanceBachelor's in EngineeringExperience Managing LogisticsExperience Managing CapitalExperience Managing FacilitiesExperience Managing Sourcing Categories Across Multiple Global Entities or Business Units

Benefits

Paid Time Off
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance

Full job description

Experience Required

3 - 20 years

Minimum Education Required

Bachelor's Degree

Compensation

$7.25 / hourly

Hours Per Week

40

Number Of Positions

1

Work Schedule and Shift Requirements

First (Day)

Job Description

Tempur Sealy. Iconic brands. Storied history. Industry-leading innovation.

Tempur Sealy is committed to improving the sleep of more people, every night, all around the world. As a leading designer, manufacturer, distributor, and retailer of bedding products worldwide, we know how crucial a good night of sleep is to overall health and wellness. Utilizing over a century of knowledge and industry-leading innovation, we deliver award-winning products that provide breakthrough sleep solutions to consumers in over 100 countries. Our highly recognized brands include Tempur-Pedic, Sealy and Stearns & Foster. We hire people who have a passion for helping others find their best night's sleep. No matter what stage of your career, you can build your future at Tempur Sealy!

OUR COMPANY OFFERS GREAT BENEFITS, INCLUDING:

Generous Paid Time Off

Competitive Medical, Dental & other wellness programs

Disability and Life Company Paid

Retirement Plan Options

Generous Employee Purchase Discounts

Pay Range: $81,000 - $117,000

The Indirect Sourcing Category Manager is responsible for developing and executing strategic sourcing initiatives across assigned indirect spend categories to deliver measurable cost savings, optimize total cost of ownership, and support organizational objectives. This role serves as a trusted business partner to key stakeholders, collaborating across functions to understand business needs, align sourcing strategies, and drive value through effective procurement solutions. The Indirect Sourcing Category Manager will lead supplier and vendor management activities, including supplier selection, contract negotiations, performance management, and risk mitigation, while fostering strong supplier relationships that support quality, innovation, service, and continuity of supply. This position will support the Tempur Sealy operations team through the management of assigned Indirect Category.

What You'll Do (Essential Duties and Responsibilities):

Establishing strong relationships with internal business partners; building a robust understanding of strategic business direction, requirements, and priorities across assigned suppliers and/or spend categories, while challenging the status quo

Developing sourcing strategies to deliver against business objectives while influencing internal stakeholders and helping teams understand trade-offs between cost, risk and speed

Evaluating supplier core competencies and competitive positioning using industry cost models and benchmarking analysis; leveraging key-insights to inform and support the category strategy development process.

Managing the fundamentals of sourcing and supplier engagement activities including RFx, spend pattern analysis, contract analysis, bid evaluation, negotiations, and supplier consolidation.

Working with business and finance leaders to identify and drive savings, while focusing on total cost of ownership.

Preparing and holding business reviews with stakeholders and suppliers to review performance, future opportunities, and/or challenges.

Perform other duties as assigned.

What You'll Need (Qualifications):

Minimum Bachelor's degree in preferably Business Administration, Supply Chain, Finance or Engineering.

3+ years of direct or indirect sourcing experience. Experience managing Logistics, Capital and Facilities is preferred.

Demonstrated history of delivering significant, quantifiable cost savings (e.g., multi-million dollar annual savings) through contract negotiation, consolidation, and co-terming strategies.

Experience managing sourcing categories across multiple global entities or business units, with a proven track record of standardizing processes and driving synergy savings post-acquisition or integration.

Advanced proficiency in Strategic Sourcing and Category Management, including leading complex RFx processes and vendor negotiations end-to-end.

Strong working knowledge of contract structures and legal terms, with experience reviewing MSAs, SOWs, and amendments in partnership with Legal.

Working knowledge of Microsoft Software Programs is required including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.

Familiarity with Source-to-Pay (S2P) systems and platforms, with experience leveraging these tools to manage sourcing events, contracts, and supplier data.

Hands-on experience using AI-enabled platforms such as Copilot to identify, develop, and execute sourcing strategies, including building or deploying AI tools to improve procurement or contract review workflows.

Excellent communication, relationship building, teamwork, analytical thinking and project management skills, with demonstrated ability to build and sustain trusted relationships with senior stakeholders across cross-functional teams.

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Tempur Sealy is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type based upon r ace, color, r eligion, age, s ex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, s exual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled

Job Type

Full time

Benefits Offered

Not specified

Veteran Preference

No

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

JR101735

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