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Coates Group

Coates Group

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Director, Strategic Sourcing (Indirect)

Chicago, Illinois
Full-time
Posted 2/26/2026
Direct Apply
Key Skills:
IT Procurement
Contract Negotiation
Supplier Management

Compensation

Salary Range

$140K - 160K a year

Responsibilities

Manage procurement projects and vendor relationships primarily in IT hardware, software, and cloud services.

Requirements

Over 20 years of IT procurement experience with strong contract negotiation and supplier management skills.

Full Description

Be Part of Our Next Chapter For over almost 60 years, our solutions have enabled impactful connections between some of the world’s leading brands and their customers. And while we’ve already done a lot of work we’re proud of, we’re just getting started! We’re a global technology company focused on creating dynamic, smart, personalised and engaging customer experiences powered by our range of digital hardware, our proprietary content management system and our industry leading signage solutions. (For example: If you’ve ordered in-store or in the drive-thru at McDonald’s somewhere in the world in the last few years, chances are you’ve interacted with our digital solutions.) We work in over 50 global markets and have 9 offices around the world, with a global headquarters proudly located in our founding home of Sydney, Australia. Coates Group has the values of a family-owned business and the innovative spirit of a start-up, both which fuel our purpose – Creating Connections. Empowering Partnerships. Always Evolving. Through hard work, dedication and creativity, we’ve become industry leaders who have won awards and set records while remaining focused on continual growth and evolution. We are a 2x Australia Good Design Award winner and successfully completed the largest hardware deployment in Quick Service Restaurant history. We are curious, charismatic, authentic and we value and leverage the diversity of our crew. We are imaginers, kindness enthusiasts, experts, creators, thinkers, challengers, collaborators and over-achievers. And together, as a Crew, we are revolutionizing the way the world’s leading brands leverage technology to drive the best customer experiences. As a key member of the Global Sourcing leadership team, the Director, Global Sourcing Indirect manages global strategic vendor relationships for areas of spend which include inbound/outbound freight, 3PL &, tariffs etc. This leader will be responsible for developing category-focused indirect procurement strategies that optimize cost efficiencies and improve contractual terms, including pricing, payment structures, and supplier performance. Finally, the role will work collaboratively to drive our commitment to ESG best practice, with the implementation of a framework & initiatives that progress Coates in this space \n Responsibilities: Develop & elevate the indirect sourcing function by partnering with stakeholders to drive commercial efficiency, implementing initiatives that deliver measurable value Collaborate with functional owners to create a strategic sourcing roadmap of critical indirect spend categories, drive rationalization of suppliers & consolidation/optimization of spend Continually review global indirect spend, develop visualization tools for reporting to BizOps For global indirect spend suppliers ensure NDA’s & contracts are in place, consistently reviewed & maintained. Ensure commercial terms, aligning with organizational goals. Strengthen governance frameworks to ensure adherence to regulatory and ethical standards, including compliance with Modern Slavery legislation. Establish KPIs to track cost savings, mitigate supplier risks, and drive quality improvements, ensuring continuous optimization of sourcing outcomes. Lead end-to-end sourcing processes for indirect spend, including opportunity assessments, cost analyses, supplier due diligence, strategy development, RFQ/RFP management, negotiations, supplier selection, and contract execution. Implement indirect spend controls and improvements to approvals processes to control compressible spend growth Develop and manage strategic supplier engagement forums, such as Quarterly Business Reviews with technology & service providers to strengthen collaboration & alignment to business priorities Leverage technology and partnerships with third-party vendors to design and implement solutions for managing RFQs, RFPs, global spend analysis, and quality metrics. Capabilities: Strategic Thinker with strong negotiation skills Strong analytical acumen, used in supplier negotiations, RFP analysis & cost savings attainment Cultural awareness collaborating with internal/external stakeholders Strong process orientation to manage & control global indirect spend Critical thinker, capable of developing best practice frameworks in procurement & ESG Effective communicator capable of managing up in the organization Through external associations, introduce new & cutting-edge technologies to grow Operational competency in Procurement Qualifications: 10+ years of experience in Procurement, Supply Chain, or related fields managing Operations Bachelor or Master’s degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, Engineering, or a related discipline MCIPS certification (or equivalent) preferred Technology industry experience is desirable, with solid knowledge of Transport & 3PL service providers Deep knowledge of global supply chains, with expertise in leveraging diverse tools and methods to manage complex sourcing environments Advanced quantitative and analytical expertise with a track record of developing and executing risk frameworks and mitigation strategies Thorough understanding & implementation of ESG initiatives & frameworks for compliance with government standards & certifications extending to those required to retain/win customer RFP’s \n $140,000 - $160,000 a year Full Salary Range: $140,000/year (minimum), $150,000/year (midpoint), $160,000/ (maximum). Pay is based on relevant experience, skills, education, internal equity, and market data. Well-qualified candidates can generally expect offers around the midpoint. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications but have more limited directly relevant experience for this specific role are typically placed nearer the minimum, while highly experienced candidates with strong role alignment may be placed closer to the maximum. \n About Coates We are industry leaders who have won awards and set records. We are a 2x Australia Good Design Award winner and we successfully completed the largest hardware deployment in Quick Service Restaurant history. We are industry leaders who have won awards and set records. We are a 2x Australia Good Design Award winner and we successfully completed the largest hardware deployment in Quick Service Restaurant history. We are led by a forward-thinking CEO who has demonstrated a true passion for people and making Coates a place where people genuinely enjoy working. Our growth plans enable a focus on providing rapid career advancement opportunities for our talent. Together, we are creators, allowing us to make our purpose a reality – to create immersive brand experiences for everyone. Join a Crew that Cares Be part of a global team of talented, ambitious, creative people that value integrity, individuality and inclusivity. (Ask us about our Equality + Empowerment Initiatives). The benefits include an annual market competitive bonus program and our “Thrive Program” which includes a suite of flexible work options because we’re strong believers that you should never miss an important life or work moment. Thrive also provides dedicated time to prioritize our health and wellbeing (think virtual Yoga or meditation sessions), a Global Wellness paid day off to recharge as well as a “Give Back Day” to allow our Crew an opportunity to make an impact in the community. Be inspired To Be More We skip the red tape and aim to always stay nimble. We’re proud of where we’ve been and are energized by where we’re going. We encourage ideas and perspectives because we know the more we have, the better we are. We work hard but have fun along the way. We push the boundaries but keep it real and authentic. We believe in the values that got us here are the ones that will continue to lead us forward. We are excited by what we’ve accomplished, but know the best is yet to come. Coates Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam Era, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law). Fraud Alert: Employment Scam Advisory It has come to our attention that unauthorised individuals are impersonating our company and reaching out to job seekers through fraudulent emails, falsely claiming to represent Coates. These emails often request personal information and appear to come from domains that are not affiliated with our organisation, such as coatesgroupcareer.com. We take this matter very seriously. Coates has reported these incidents to law enforcement and is cooperating with the ongoing investigation. We are committed to protecting the integrity of our recruitment process and the privacy of our applicants. Please be advised of the following: - Coates does not operate or communicate through any domain resembling "@coatesgroupcareer.com" - We do not contact employment candidates via email to solicit personal or financial information - All applications for employment must be submitted through our official website https://coatesgroup.com/careers or directly through our LinkedIn profile: Coates Group - All emails from us will come from our official domain, which is [at]coatesgroup[dot]com or via our Applicant - Tracking System (ATS) email address, which is no-reply[at]hire.lever[dot]co If you receive any suspicious communications purporting to be from Coates, we urge you not to respond, do not click any links, and do not provide any personal information. Your safety and trust are of the utmost importance to us. Thank you for your vigilance.

This job posting was last updated on 3/2/2026

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