Sr Indirect Procurement Specialist

Sr Indirect Procurement Specialist

We are seeking a highly skilled Sr. Indirect Procurement Specialist with comprehensive expertise across all aspects of indirect procurement operations. This role demands strong proficiency in ERP systems, P2P workflows, supplier governance, and AP best practices, while driving cross-functional collaboration and ensuring operational excellence.

This role is a prominent component to advancing iHerb's mission of making health and wellness accessible worldwide. Core working hours are aligned to the Pacific Standard Time (PST) zone.

The specialist will be responsible for managing the procurement of indirect goods and services to support the company's daily operations. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to :

• Assist with supplier onboarding approval governance , ensuring due diligence, compliance screenings, and tax form accuracy (W-8 / W-9).
• Provide oversight of Accounts Payable processes , resolving escalated invoice / PO mismatches, payment holds, and audit support.
• Manage and oversee the Procurement corporate card (P-Card) program , including policy compliance, transaction reviews, and reporting.
• Overseeing PR / PO creation using SAP Ariba Buying
• Lead negotiations for high-value or complex supplier agreements with enterprise-wide implications.
• Act as a trusted advisor to Finance, AP, and business leadership on procurement strategies, compliance, and risk mitigation.
• Develop dashboards and analytics that inform leadership decisions on spend, supplier performance, and risk.
• Guide and mentor junior procurement team members ; lead cross-functional projects with visibility to senior stakeholders.
• Oversee the end-to-end contract lifecycle using Ironclad, from drafting through renewal.
• Partner with internal stakeholders and Legal to align on contract and compliance requirements.
• Support month-end accruals and partner with Finance on reporting deliverables.
• Shape indirect procurement best practices , applying external market knowledge and regulatory insights to company policies.

The duties and responsibilities described above may provide only a partial description of this position. This is not an exhaustive list of all aspects of the job. Other duties and responsibilities not outlined in this document may be added as necessary or desirable, with or without notice.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

Required :

Deep expertise across the full Source-to-Pay (S2P) lifecycle, with emphasis on contract negotiation for indirect procurement.

Equipment Knowledge :

Proficiency with ERP systems (SAP Ariba & Business Network, Oracle, or equivalent) and other procurement tools. Skilled in e-procurement platforms, Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), and Google Workspace (Sheets, Docs, Slides) and Asana. Advanced Excel expertise, including data consolidation, analysis, and reporting on complex datasets. Strong understanding of P2P processes, procurement analytics, and vendor governance. Experience using legal Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) tools (e.g., Ironclad).

Experience Requirements :

10+ years of relevant experience in indirect procurement, accounting, finance, business administration, or related fields. Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or a related discipline.

Preferred Qualifications :

Knowledge of Accounts Payable (AP) processes. Experience working with the VIM Workplace Inbox. Familiarity with purchasing card (P-Card) transactions for departmental needs. Hands-on experience with supplier onboarding processes. Ability to quickly adapt to and learn new software tools and applications.

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field. MBA or advanced degree preferred.