Procurement Manager Prof. Services HR & IT Americas

Who we are

In a life without sound, our work provides meaning. As a leading provider of innovative hearing care solutions, we are not just a company that makes products: we are a team on a mission to help people enjoy the delight of hearing. To enable a life without limitations, through our core business brands - Advanced Bionics, Audiological Care, Phonak, Sennheiser (under license) and Unitron - we develop, manufacture and distribute solutions that push the limits of technology and redefine the future of our industry.

Aurora, IL - Hybrid

Procurement Manager - Indirect Spend Americas

Sonova is seeking a Procurement Manager Generalist to join our dynamic team in Chicago. This role is integral to the management of all aspects of indirect spend across North America. The ideal candidate will be responsible for devising and implementing effective procurement strategies, managing supplier relations, and ensuring cost-effective purchases that align with company goals and standards.

The role will co-manage a spend of 100MUSD across all Sonva business units and companies in the Americas.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute procurement strategies across multiple indirect spend categories, adapting to market trends.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships while negotiating favorable contracts and terms.
• Drive cost-savings initiatives, monitor spend, and report on key procurement performance metrics.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align procurement activities with overall business goals.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, legal standards, and evolving regulations.
• Lead procurement projects end-to-end, proactively addressing challenges and risks.
• Engage stakeholders by presenting strategies and results to senior management and maintaining effective communication channels.

More about you:

• Bachelor's degree in business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field; advanced education a plus.
• 5+ years of procurement experience, preferably in a generalist role and with international exposure.
• Strong negotiation, supplier management, and analytical/problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in procurement systems (P2P, SAP, Ariba) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and influencing abilities; effective team player.
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and able to perform in fast-paced, dynamic environments.
• Proficiency in English (spoken and written).

A minimum of 200Mb/sec download and 10Mb/sec upload speed internet connectivity is required to support any remote/hybrid employee functionality at Sonova

Don't meet all the criteria? If you're willing to go allin and learn we'd love to hear from you!

We are looking forward to receiving your application via our online job application platform. For this position only direct applications will be considered. Sonova does not recruit via app, telegram, carrier pigeon or any other format that does not include speaking with an actual human. If you are offered a job without speaking with someone please contact Sonova Human Resources

What we offer:

• Medical, dental and vision coverage*
• Health Savings, Health Reimbursement, Flexible Spending/Dependent Care Accounts
• TeleHealth options
• 401k plan with company match*
• Company paid life/ad&d insurance
  
  
  
  • Additional supplemental life/ad&d coverage available
  
  
  
  
• Company paid Short/Long-Term Disability coverage (STD/LTD)
  
  
  
  • STD LTD Buy-ups available
  
  
  
  
• Accident/Hospital Indemnity coverage
• Legal/ID Theft Assistance
• PTO (or sick and vacation time), floating Diversity Day, & paid holidays*
• Paid parental bonding leave
• Employee Assistance Program (24/7 mental health support hotline, 5 company paid counseling sessions and more)
• Robust Internal Career Growth opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Hearing aid discount for employees and family
• Internal social recognition platform

*Plan rules/offerings dependent upon group Company/location.

If the applicant selected for this role resides in CA, CO, NY or WA we adhere to the pay transparency required in those states. This role's pay range is between $88,000/yr - $110,000.00/yr. This role is also bonus eligible.

How we work:

At Sonova, we prioritize the well-being of our employees and foster an inclusive environment that promotes engagement and collaboration. Our team-customized hybrid work model empowers teams to balance individual needs with business goals, offering flexibility and individualized time management. We recognize the importance of life outside of work and strive to create a supportive and motivating workplace where innovation thrives.