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At Bose Corporation, we believe sound is the most powerful force on earth — and for over 60 years, we have been a company built on innovation, excellence, and independence. Privately owned, fiercely customer-focused, and driven by our values, we continue to lead industries and transform lives through sound. Today, Bose Corporation is entering an exciting new era. Across multiple global Business Units and Global Functions, we are shaping the future of audio technology, automotive, luxury, and premium experiences. We invite you to join us in this transformation. Job DescriptionIndirect Procurement – G&A, Marketing & SalesExperience: 5–8 yearsLocation: Atlanta, GeorgiaDepartment: Global Indirect ProcurementReports To: Senior Category Manager, Marketing & SalesRole OverviewThe Category Manager supports and executes indirect procurement strategies with a primary focus on G&A spend, including Real Estate, Finance, HR, Legal, and other corporate services. The role will also support Marketing and Sales procurement initiatives as assigned, partnering with business stakeholders to deliver cost efficiency, supplier effectiveness, risk mitigation, and operational improvement.This role requires hands-on sourcing experience, strong analytical and commercial skills, and the ability to manage diverse indirect categories while effectively partnering with stakeholders across G&A, Marketing, and Sales.Key ResponsibilitiesLead and execute category strategies primarily across G&A indirect procurement, while supporting Marketing and Sales sourcing initiatives as assigned.Lead sourcing activities including RFPs, supplier evaluations, negotiations, and contract support.Partner with Real Estate, Finance, HR, Legal, Marketing, Sales, and other stakeholders to align sourcing work with business needs.Manage supplier relationships, track performance, support business reviews, and escalate risks or issues.Conduct spend analysis, benchmarking, savings tracking, and sourcing reporting.Evaluate scopes of work, pricing models, rate cards, SLAs, and supplier proposals.Identify opportunities for cost savings, supplier consolidation, process improvement, and demand management.Provide guidance to procurement buyers or analysts and support junior team development.Ensure compliance with procurement policies, sourcing processes, and contract standards.Category ScopeG&A: Primary focus across Real Estate and facilities-related services, Finance services, HR services, contingent labor, Legal services, Professional Services, advisory services, and other corporate services.Marketing: Support assigned sourcing initiatives across media, creative production, sponsorships, experiential activation, localization, digital marketing, social, influencers, research, analytics, and marketing technology.Sales: Support assigned sourcing initiatives across distribution and channel partners, call centers, customer service, eCommerce support, retail merchandising, field sales activation, and sales enablement tools.Qualifications5–8 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, category management, or supplier management.Demonstrated experience in indirect procurement, with experience across G&A categories such as Real Estate, Finance, HR, Legal, Professional Services, or other corporate services. Experience supporting Marketing and/or Sales procurement is preferred.Demonstrated ability to execute sourcing events and support negotiations.Strong analytical, commercial, communication, and stakeholder management skills.Experience managing suppliers and tracking performance against KPIs or SLAs.Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.Experience guiding or mentoring junior team members preferred.Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Marketing, or related field preferred.SAP Ariba, Excel, Power BI, or similar tool experience preferred.Key CompetenciesCategory execution, commercial acumen, negotiation, stakeholder management, supplier management, analytical thinking, prioritization, collaboration, and learning agility.At Bose, you're inspired to be and do your best and are rewarded for your unique talents! Our compensation is thoughtfully tailored to your skills, experience, education, and location, and goes beyond base salary. The hiring range for this position in the primary work location of Atlanta, Georgia is: $101,000-$138,875.The hiring range for other Bose work locations may vary. In addition to competitive base pay we offer rewards including bonus programs, comprehensive health and welfare benefits, a 401(k) plan, plus exclusive perks designed to support your wellbeing, and a generous employee discount where you can immerse yourself in our products and experiences. We are a proudly independent company—driven by purpose, guided by our values, and united by a belief in the power of sound. As the world leader in audio experiences, we’re creating what’s next—pushing boundaries and delivering transformative sound experiences for people everywhere. Join us and make your next career move a mic-drop. Let’s Make Waves.‎ SummaryLocation: US, GA - AtlantaType: Full time

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