Senior Global Procurement Manager | GNFR Categories Purchasing/Procurement
Charlotte , North Carolina Direct Hire Feb 11, 2026
Senior Global Procurement Manager | GNFR Categories Summary:
Our client, a rapidly growing global retail organization, is seeking an experienced Senior Global Procurement Manager – GNFR Categories to lead indirect procurement initiatives primarily in the US and Canada. This role focuses on sourcing, contract management, and supplier relationship management across categories such as maintenance, equipment, supplies, fleet, in-store furniture, cleaning products, and facility services. The successful candidate will implement procurement processes, standardize supplier contracts, and drive operational excellence in a multi-billion-dollar organization.
Location: Charlotte, NC (preferred) or satellite locations Schedule: Full-time, 5 days in office Compensation: $150,000–$155,000 base + 15% bonus Benefits:
Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents
Life, AD&D, short- and long-term disability, 401(k) with match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Vacation, personal/sick time, flexible spending and HSA options
Tuition reimbursement up to $5,000/year
Employee discounts, well-being programs, and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Responsibilities:
Lead end-to-end procurement lifecycle for assigned GNFR categories
Negotiate multi-million-dollar goods and services contracts
Develop sourcing strategies and drive cost savings and efficiencies
Manage supplier relationships, compliance, and performance
Implement procurement systems (Ariba, P2P, contract lifecycle management)
Collaborate with cross-functional teams and external partners to support growth initiatives
Standardize procurement processes and integrate decentralized procurement activities
Provide strategic insights and scale regional successes globally
Qualifications:
Minimum 5 years of procurement, commercial, and contract management experience
Experience in indirect procurement within facility management, retail, or construction environments (e.g., CBRE, JLL, Cushman & Wakefield, Aramark)
Proven ability to establish procurement infrastructure and operational excellence in large organizations
Strong negotiation, analytical, and commercial skills
Experience with contract lifecycle management, RFX processes, and supplier performance monitoring
Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and influencing skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines across global time zones
Advanced proficiency in MS Office and procurement systems (Ariba, P2P, CRM/contract tools)
Preferred Qualifications:
Global procurement experience
Managing multi-million-dollar spend and strategic projects across multiple categories
Travel: Approximately 25–30% (primarily US, potential European travel)