Company Description

Fortune Brands Innovations, Inc. is an industry-leading home, security and digital products company. We’re focused on exciting opportunities within the home, security and commercial building markets. Our driving purpose is to elevate every life by transforming spaces into havens. We believe our work and our brands can have incredibly positive impacts for not just our business and shareholders, but for people and the planet, too.

At Fortune Brands, we’re building something big. We’re advancing exciting innovations in all of our products and processes. We’re delivering trust, dependability, sustainability, and style. To make it all happen, we’ve transformed our workplace into an environment where smart, ambitious people have the support to reach their fullest potential.

When you join Fortune Brands, you become part of a high-performing team empowered to think big, learn fast and make bold decisions. We support an inclusive culture where everyone is encouraged be their authentic selves, and where our differences and unique perspectives are a key strength.

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Job Description

As the Senior Manager for Global Indirect Sourcing, you will oversee a team responsible for managing strategic sourcing across the MRO, Capital Equipment, and Facility spend categories. This role requires close collaboration with supply chain leaders throughout Fortune Brands to develop and implement sourcing strategies aimed at reducing the total cost of ownership for category spend. Utilizing advanced negotiation skills, tools, and processes, you will drive transformation initiatives in partnership with Finance and stakeholders from all affected organizational functions.

Work Environment & Location

Hybrid Work Model – In-office collaboration is expected Tuesday - Thursday.
Location: Based in Deerfield, IL, supporting both corporate and business teams.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute effective sourcing and demand management strategies to reduce Total Cost of Ownership across Capital Equipment, MRO, and Facility spend categories.
Lead team of two category leaders focused on MRO and Facilities.
Partner with key stakeholders and senior leadership to understand strategic direction, business objectives, supply requirements, and priorities.
Manage and own category strategies, holding accountability for delivering savings within each category.
Provide training and coaching to develop a team of direct reports.
Build and manage the overall category project pipeline through category expertise, stakeholder collaboration, and securing buy-in.
Develop, communicate, and implement procurement strategies, driving compliance throughout the organization.
Meet stakeholders’ business requirements by leveraging best practices to deliver value—cost reductions and avoidance, risk mitigation, process improvements, supplier consolidation, and more.
Develop and maintain deep subject matter expertise and industry knowledge within the assigned portfolio, offering insights that lead to actionable outcomes.
Implement industry best practices through cross-functional engagement.
Lead RFI, RFQ, and RFP processes and negotiate supplier agreements.
Deliver savings and cost optimization initiatives.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
8+ years of experience in Indirect Procurement with expertise in sourcing MRO, Capital Equipment, Facilities/Utilities services
Strong leadership experience, relationship-building, and interpersonal skills with the ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams and stakeholders at all levels
Proven strategic thinker with solid experience developing and executing sourcing strategies
Exceptional project management, analytical, negotiation, and contract management skills, including experience with contract redlining and collaborating with Legal
Demonstrated ability to prioritize, manage deadlines, and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while ensuring accountability and empowering others
Extremely customer-focused with strong consultative, presentation, organizational, and communication skills (written and verbal)
Strategic business mindset with organizational savvy, innovative problem-solving skills, and a commitment to continuous improvement and cultivating innovation
Ability to travel up to 20%

Additional Information

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Fortune Brands believes in fair and equitable pay. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is Hiring Pay Range: $135,000 USD - $175,000 USD. Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range, or be above or below the range, based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, professional achievement, business need, and location. In addition to base salary, employees will participate in either an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or a role-based sales incentive plan.

At Fortune Brands, we support the overall health and wellness of our associates by offering comprehensive, competitive benefits that prioritize all aspects of wellbeing and provide flexibility for our teammates’ unique needs. This includes robust health plans, a market-leading 401(k) program with a company contribution, product discounts, flexible time off benefits, adoption benefits, and more. We offer numerous ERGs (Employee Resource Groups) to foster a sense of belonging for all associates.

Fortune Brands is built on industry-leading brands and innovation within the high-growth categories of water, outdoors and security. The Company makes innovative products for residential and commercial environments, with a growing focus on digital solutions and products that add luxury, contribute to safety and enhance sustainability. To learn more, visit our website at fbin.com.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Fortune Brands is an equal opportunity employer. Fortune Brands evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability/handicap status, marital status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Reasonable Accommodations

Fortune Brands is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please contact us at fbinleave.fbhs@fbin.com and let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information.

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