Associate Indirect Procurement Manager- Rotational Program

Location: Rochester, New York; Chicago, Illinois

Job Description

Position Summary

The Associate Manager, Indirect Procurement Rotational Program is a full-time development role designed to build broad capabilities in category management, strategic sourcing, stakeholder engagement, supplier management, negotiation, contracting, and procurement governance. Through hands-on project work and rotations across Marketing, Information Technology, and Corporate Services, the Associate Manager will support sourcing strategies, supplier meetings and negotiations, contract lifecycle management, savings delivery, risk mitigation, and process improvements aligned with Constellation Brands’ business priorities and growth objectives.

Program duration: Approximately 18–24 months Rotation length: Approximately 6–8 months per category, based on business needs, project timing and development opportunities.

Primary rotations

Rotation structure: Rotations are intended to build exposure across indirect procurement categories, with assignments aligned to business priorities, active sourcing projects, stakeholder needs, and the associate’s development goals.

Marketing Services

Creative agencies

Media

Ad production

PR

Retail Marketing

Information Technology

Software/SaaS

Hardware

IT Professional Services

Telecom

Cybersecurity

Cloud Infrastructure services

Corporate

HR Services

Legal Services

Professional Services

Financial Services

Facilities

Travel, meetings, and events

Program outcome

Upon successful completion, the associate will be considered for placement in a role aligned to business needs, demonstrated performance, readiness, and long-term career goals. Potential career paths may include category management, strategic sourcing, supplier management, procurement operations, or the Procurement Center of Excellence.

Responsibilities

Support category strategies and sourcing initiatives

Assist with developing sourcing strategies that maximize value and support business objectives

Support Contract Lifecycle Management, including negotiations, extensions, and renewals

Partner with internal stakeholders and vendors to support strong business relationships

Support supplier relationship management through performance reviews, QBRs, Procurement governance, and strategic supplier initiatives

Assist with negotiating and drafting of supplier agreements

Execute sourcing category management initiatives that deliver sustainable savings and business value

Collaborate with the Center of Excellence to develop metrics, tools, and processes that track and communicate spend efficiencies

Support compliance across assigned categories by following internal guidelines and company policies

Support special projects and business priorities as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required, with three or more years of relevant business experience and a track record of increasing responsibility in strategic sourcing for indirect goods and services, procurement consulting, supply chain, finance, or a related discipline

Knowledge of strategic sourcing processes across indirect spend categories, including supplier management best practices and competitive bidding processes such as RFI, RFP, and RFQ

Experience supporting supplier negotiations, contract development, and contract lifecycle management

Knowledge of project management methodologies, procurement processes, and procurement technology solutions

Strong analytical, communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, navigate ambiguity, and deliver results across categories, stakeholders, and timelines.

Preferred Qualifications

Consumer packaged goods experience

Work Location

Rochester, NY

Chicago, IL

Reports to: Nikki Kosloski

Travel: Limited travel may be required for supplier meetings, stakeholder engagements, rotational program activities, or other business needs

Hybrid/in-office: Employees based in Rochester or Chicago, may follow a hybrid schedule, with in-office presence aligned to company guidance and business needs

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

Must be at least 21 years of age

Must be able to sit and/or stand for long periods and work on a computer for extended periods

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Location

Rochester, New York

Additional Locations

Chicago, Illinois

Job Type

Full time

Job Area

Supply Chain

The salary range for this role is

$69,600.00 - $123,600.00

This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting.  Our compensation is based on cost of labor. For remote locations or positions open to multiple locations, the pay range may reflect several US geographic markets, including the lowest geographic market minimum to the highest geographic market maximum. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee’s pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, the prevailing minimum wage for the location, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, any collective bargaining agreements, and business or organizational needs.  At Constellation Brands, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at the high end of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate. We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k), and any other benefits to eligible employees.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availabili