Category Leader, Indirect Spend

LaSalle Network
Libertyville, IL

Interim Category Leader – Indirect Procurement

LaSalle Network is partnering with a leading organization in Libertyville to hire an experienced Interim Category Leader – Indirect Procurement. This individual will develop and execute sourcing strategies across assigned indirect spend categories while delivering measurable cost savings, stronger supplier performance and long-term business value.

This role will partner with stakeholders across Operations, Finance, Legal, IT, Human Resources, Facilities and Engineering to lead complex sourcing initiatives from initial strategy through negotiation and contract execution.

What You’ll Do:
  • Develop and execute multi-year category strategies

  • Lead RFx events, supplier evaluations and commercial negotiations

  • Analyze spend, market trends and total cost of ownership

  • Identify cost savings, supplier consolidation and process improvement opportunities

  • Negotiate contracts in partnership with Legal and Finance

  • Establish supplier KPIs and manage ongoing performance

  • Build strong supplier relationships focused on quality, innovation and service

  • Promote compliance with procurement policies and procure-to-pay processes

  • Prepare reports and presentations highlighting sourcing performance and results


What We’re Looking For:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Procurement, Finance, Operations or a related field

  • 5+ years of experience in indirect procurement, strategic sourcing or category management

  • Demonstrated experience managing indirect spend within a corporate or manufacturing environment

  • Strong knowledge of category strategy, strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations and contract management

  • Experience conducting spend analysis, market analysis and total cost of ownership evaluations

  • Strong analytical, negotiation, project management and stakeholder-management skills


Key Details:

  • Hybrid in Libertyville, IL

  • Compensation: $65.00- 70.00 per hour

  • Benefits: LaSalle Network consultants are eligible to enroll in benefits. For details, visit


Interested or know someone who may be a fit? Apply or message me directly to learn more!

Thank you,
Sarah Carpenter
Sr. Recruiter
LaSalle Network

#LI-SC2
Posted 2026-07-30

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