Job Title: Senior Procurement Manager
Location: Dallas
Type: Hybrid
Overview
Role summary The Senior Procurement Manager is responsible for leading strategic sourcing and procurement activities across multiple categories to maximize commercial value, reduce total cost of ownership, ensure supply continuity, and support business objectives. This role will manage a team, collaborate closely with cross-functional stakeholders, and drive supplier performance and innovation.
What you’ll do
Key responsibilities Strategy & Category Management
Define and execute category strategies aligned to business goals, including demand forecasting, market intelligence, and supplier segmentation.
Develop multi-year sourcing plans, prioritizing high-impact opportunities.
Sourcing & Contracting
Lead complex sourcing events (RFX, RFPs, RFIs), supplier selection, total cost analysis, and contract negotiations.
Establish commercial terms, SLAs, and contractual frameworks that protect the business and enable flexibility.
Supplier Relationship & Performance
Build and maintain strategic relationships with key suppliers; conduct regular business reviews and performance assessments.
Implement supplier scorecards, KPIs, and continuous improvement plans.
Risk, Compliance & Governance
Identify and mitigate supply chain risks including financial, geopolitical, quality, and continuity risks.
Ensure procurement activities comply with policies, regulatory requirements, and corporate ethics standards.
Oversee procurement approvals, delegation of authority, and audit readiness.
Leadership & Collaboration
Lead, mentor, and develop procurement team members; set objectives and monitor performance.
Act as a trusted advisor to stakeholders (operations, finance, engineering, product, legal) to influence demand, specifications, and sourcing timelines.
Analytics & Continuous Improvement
Use spend analytics and market insights to identify savings opportunities and optimize supplier base.
Drive automation, process standardization, and adoption of procurement tools.
Financial & Commercial Outcomes
Deliver cost savings, margin improvement, improved payment and cash terms, and reduction in total cost of ownership.
Manage category budgets and support financial planning.
What we are looking for
Required qualifications & experience
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, Engineering or related field. Master’s or MBA is a plus.
Minimum 8 years of progressive procurement experience, including 3+ years in a managerial or senior/category lead role.
Experience managing indirect and/or direct procurement categories relevant to the business.
Demonstrated success leading strategic sourcing and complex negotiations.
Experience with ERP and procurement platforms (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Coupa, Ariba) and spend analytics tools.
Strong commercial acumen, analytical capability, and stakeholder management skills.
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The annual salary range for this position is $120,334.55 - $151,665.44
The salary range information provided, reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual salary will be commensurate with skills, experience, certifications or licenses and other relevant factors. In addition, this role will be eligible to participate in either the annual performance bonus or commission program, determined by the nature of the position.
At Blue Yonder, we care about the wellbeing of our employees and those most important to them. This is reflected in our robust benefits package and options that includes:
Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision
401K with Matching
Flexible Time Off
Corporate Fitness Program
A variety of voluntary benefits such as; Legal Plans, Accident and Hospital Indemnity, Pet Insurance and much more
At Blue Yonder, we are committed to a workplace that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging in which everyone can share their unique voices and talents in a safe space. We continue to be guided by our core values and are proud of our diverse culture as an equal opportunity employer. We understand that your career search may look different than others, and embrace the professional, personal, educational, and volunteer opportunities through which people gain experience.
Our Values
If you want to know the heart of a company, take a look at their values. Ours unite us. They are what drive our success – and the success of our customers. Does your heart beat like ours? Find out here: Core Values
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, Engineering or related field
- Master's degree or MBA
- Minimum 8 years of progressive procurement experience, including 3+ years in a managerial or senior/category lead role
- Experience managing indirect and/or direct procurement categories relevant to the business
- Demonstrated success leading strategic sourcing and complex negotiations
- Experience with ERP and procurement platforms (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Coupa, Ariba) and spend analytics tools
- Strong commercial acumen, analytical capability, and stakeholder management skills
Blue Yonder Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Blue Yonder and has not been reviewed or approved by Blue Yonder.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO is described as generous or “unlimited” in the U.S., alongside paid holidays, sick time, and two paid volunteer days. These policies are often highlighted as strengths that support work–life balance.
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Flexible Benefits — Remote-work options and flexible arrangements are emphasized as part of the package. This flexibility is valued alongside compensation and can help offset middling pay for some roles.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision coverage are provided, with mental health/EAP support and HSA/FSA options referenced. These core coverages are portrayed as solid and comprehensive.
Blue Yonder Insights
What We Do
Blue Yonder is the world leader in digital supply chain and omni-channel commerce fulfillment. Our intelligent, end-to-end platform enables retailers, manufacturers and logistics providers to seamlessly predict, pivot and fulfill customer demand. With Blue Yonder, you can make more automated, profitable business decisions that deliver greater growth and re-imagined customer experiences. Blue Yonder - Fulfill your Potential Blue Yonder’s tagline “Fulfill Your Potential” reflects the company’s mission to empower every organization and person on the planet to fulfill their potential. Each day, our global teams of associates and business partners work together to accelerate global economic growth, increase sustainability and prosperity with a Sonoran Spirit.
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