Strategic Sourcing Director, Indirect Procurement

About Us
SharkNinja is a global product design and technology company, with a diversified portfolio of 5-star rated lifestyle solutions that positively impact people's lives in homes around the world. Powered by two trusted, global brands, Shark and Ninja, the company has a proven track record of bringing disruptive innovation to market, and developing one consumer product after another has allowed SharkNinja to enter multiple product categories, driving significant growth and market share gains. Headquartered in Needham, Massachusetts with more than 3,600+ associates, the company's products are sold at key retailers, online and offline, and through distributors around the world.
Position Summary
The Strategic Sourcing Director, Indirect Procurement is a senior-level, individual contributor role responsible for leading complex sourcing initiatives across key indirect spend categories. This role focuses on partnering with business teams to identify savings opportunities, supplier negotiation, contract management, and cross-functional stakeholder engagement.
The ideal candidate has deep expertise in indirect procurement, strong commercial acumen, and a proven ability to deliver business value through sourcing and negotiation excellence.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Sourcing Execution

• Lead end-to-end strategic sourcing processes across high-value, complex indirect categories.

• Manage sourcing projects from opportunity assessment through to contract execution.

• Build a pipeline of sourcing opportunities and manage actions to achieve savings target timelines

Contracting and Supplier Negotiations

• Negotiate terms, pricing, and service level agreements with suppliers.

• Collaborate with Legal teams to manage contractual and operational risks.

• Lead end-to-end sourcing initiatives, including RFx development, bid evaluations, negotiations, and contract execution.

• Deliver year-over-year cost savings, cost avoidance, and value improvements through commercial negotiations, process efficiencies, and demand management.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Partner closely with business units (e.g., IT, HR, Marketing, Legal, Finance) to understand sourcing needs and priorities.

• Act as a trusted advisor, providing procurement guidance and market insights to support decision-making.

• Build and maintain strong internal relationships across the organization.

Cost Optimization and Value Delivery

• Identify cost savings and cost avoidance opportunities without compromising quality or performance.

• Track and report on procurement performance metrics, including savings, compliance, and efficiency improvements.

Qualifications
Education

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or a related field required

Experience

• Minimum 8 years of experience in strategic sourcing or procurement, with a focus on indirect categories

• Proven success in leading complex sourcing initiatives and high-stakes supplier negotiations

• Experience working in a large, matrixed, and cross-functional corporate environment

• Track record of delivering measurable cost savings, operational efficiencies, and supplier performance improvements

Skills and Competencies

• Advanced negotiation and influencing skills

• Strong financial and commercial acumen

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

• High attention to detail and strategic mindset

• Collaborative and business-oriented mindset; effective at influencing cross-functional stakeholders

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with an ability to distill complex topics for senior audiences

• Self-starter who thrives in fast-paced, mission-driven biotech environments

• Committed to continuous improvement, with a strong sense of accountability and adaptability

Our Culture
At SharkNinja, we don't just raise the bar-we push past it every single day. Our Outrageously Extraordinary mindset drives us to tackle the impossible, push boundaries, and deliver results that others only dream of. If you thrive on breaking out of your swim lane, you'll be right at home.
What We Offer
We offer competitive health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, employee stock purchase options, wellness programs, SharkNinja product discounts, and more. We empower your personal and professional growth with high impact Learning Programs featuring bold voices redefining what's possible. When you join, you're not just part of a company-you're part of an outrageously extraordinary community. Together, we won't just launch products-we'll disrupt entire markets.
At SharkNinja, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are vital to our global success. Valuing each unique voice and blending all of our diverse skills strengthens SharkNinja's innovation every day. We support ALL associates in bringing their authentic selves to work, making an impact, and having the opportunity for career acceleration. With help from our leadership, associates, and our community, we aim to have equity be a key component of the SharkNinja DNA.
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