Indirect Purchasing Manager

Lenexa, KS Job Summary and Purpose: We are seeking a strategic and results-driven Indirect Purchasing Manager to lead all non-production indirect spend categories across our U.S. operations. This includes, but is not limited to: marketing, communication, consulting, HR services, supply chain, car fleet, and travel. This role will be responsible for building and executing category roadmaps aligned with the company's business objectives , identifying cost-saving opportunities, mitigating risks, and driving value through supplier relationships and internal collaboration. Responsibilities and Key Duties: • Own and manage all indirect (non-production) p urchasing categories across the U.S. • Define and implement sourcing strategies and roadmaps to support business goals. • Lead supplier selection , negotiation, and contract management for key categories. • Collaborate with internal stakeholders across departments (marketing, HR, finance, operations) to understand needs and ensure alignment. • Monitor market trends, analyze spend data, and identify cost optimization opportunities. • Partner with Finance to ensure budget adherence, compliance, and value tracking. • Contribute to supplier risk assessments and performance reviews. • Support global or regional initiatives as needed. Core Competencies: Influence others – Acts to defend Ceva’s long term interests and creates a culture based on their influence Drive ambition and accountability – Optimizes enterprise-wide performance Collaborate with empathy – Promotes a collaborative environment Engage and develop – Drives conditions for optimal performance Shape solutions out of complexity – Works to challenge the status quo Strong communication and documentation skills Flexible and able to adapt to a rapidly changing environment Positive, self-motivated individual who can complete tasks independently User centric approach: pedagogy, communication, wants to help Must be a team player Technical / Functional Competencies: Advanced key procurement skills: Contract negotiations, strategic sourcing, management of supplier relationship lifecycle, understanding of risk mitigation principles, and understanding of various cost evaluation methods (TCO, ROI, Payback Period, etc.) Results driven, innovative creative Aligns and energizes behind common objectives , action-oriented willing to face challenging situations The ability to formulate and articulate a strategy and business case and build a tactical path Demonstrates candor; ability to respectfully challenge senior leadership Comfort/familiarity with constructing presentations, organization communications, and business cases Strong ability to build relationships and networks with multiple functions and at the leadership levels Strong analytical capabilities and negotiation skills Self-starter and independent worker Strong leadership skills Qualifications: Education – Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain management , Business, Engineering. Work Experience – 5+ year track record in a mature p urchasing organization Experience in Sourcing Indirect spends categories (including Marketing, Communication , IT, Travel, Facilities and others) Other - NA Physical Requirements: 100% Verbal and written communication Working Conditions: Typical office environment. Travel Required: This position will require approximately 10% overnight travel. This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the job and general nature and level of work performed by job holders within this job . This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, duties and responsibilities or working conditions associated with the job . This job description is not an employment contract . Ceva reserves the righ t to modify job duties and/or job descriptions at any time to meet the needs of the business. *VEVRAA Federal Contractor **Ceva is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, actual or perceived sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Ceva encourages men and women, members of all racial and ethnic groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply. 670CUSHI #joinceva-us