Sr. Buyer, Indirect IT Procurement

As a member of the C&S Wholesale Grocers family of companies, SpartanNash is a food solutions company that delivers the ingredients for a better life. A distributor, wholesaler and retailer with a global supply chain network, SpartanNash distributes grocery and household goods, including fresh produce and the Our Family® portfolio of products, to locations in all 50 states.

Our braggingly happy team members — ranging from bakery managers to order selectors; from IT developers to vice presidents of finance; from HR Business Partners to export specialists — create braggingly happy customers spanning national accounts, independent and chain grocers, e-commerce retailers, U.S. military commissaries and exchanges, and the Company’s own brick-and-mortar grocery stores, pharmacies and fuel centers.

Ready to contribute to the success of our food solutions company? Apply now!

Location:

*This is a hybrid role working at our corporate office in Byron Center, MI*

Position Summary

Responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and managing supplier relationships for IT hardware, software, and professional services. This role supports business objectives by driving cost savings, ensuring supplier performance, and maintaining compliance with procurement policies.

Here's What You'll Do

• Lead IT Sourcing: Manage sourcing activities for IT products and services, including RFx creation, supplier evaluation, and contract execution.
• Negotiate with Suppliers: Handle contract negotiations, renewals, and amendments to achieve favorable pricing and terms.
• Collaborate with Stakeholders: Work with IT, finance, and legal teams to ensure procurement supports business goals.
• Analyze Spend: Review spend data and market trends to find cost-saving opportunities.
• Manage Contracts: Oversee contract setup and compliance using procurement tools.
• Maintain Supplier Relationships: Build and manage relationships with key IT suppliers and monitor their performance.
• Communicate with Leadership: Present procurement strategies and recommendations to senior stakeholders.
• Mitigate Risks: Identify and address supplier and contract risks proactively.
• Other duties as assigned.

Here's What You'll Need

• Education: Bachelor’s degree preferred in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or related field.
• Experience: 5+ years in procurement or sourcing, ideally with IT or indirect spend categories.
• Certifications: CPSM or CPM are a plus, but not required.
• Sourcing & Negotiation: Experience managing sourcing events (RFx) and negotiating IT contracts.
• Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze spend data and evaluate supplier performance.
• Contract Knowledge: Familiarity with basic contract terms and supplier governance.
• Tool Proficiency: Comfortable using procurement and contract management tools.
• Business Understanding: General knowledge of budgeting and cost control.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

May be required to lift and/or move 20 pounds. The associate is frequently required to sit/stand/walk. While performing the duties of this position, the associate is subject to a typical office environment and is rarely exposed to outside weather conditions. Temperatures may vary for those subject to any of the following areas: computer/server room, print shop, production area). The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate but may be high in distribution settings. Travel requirements vary by assignment.

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As part of our People First culture, SpartanNash is proud to offer a robust and competitive Total Rewards benefits package.

SpartanNash is an Equal Opportunity Employer that invests in Associate development, recognizes and celebrates success, fosters two-way communication, and promotes a sense of belonging. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including those with disabilities and Veterans. 

We are not able to sponsor work visas for this position.