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The Procurement Manager - Benefits & Travel is responsible for managing sourcing strategies, supplier relationships, and contract negotiations across the employee benefits and corporate travel categories. This role partners closely with HR, Finance, and Travel Operations to ensure cost-effective, compliant, and employee-centric solutions. The manager applies procurement best practices-including RFx execution, TCO analysis, and vendor performance management-to deliver value across health & wellness programs, insurance, mobility, and travel services.

The position reports into the Store Support Office in Phoenix, AZ. Hybrid schedule in office Tuesday - Thursday. 

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for employee benefits (e.g., medical, dental, vision, wellness, EAP) and corporate travel (e.g., TMCs, airlines, hotels, car rental, travel tech).
• Lead RFx processes, including supplier selection, bid evaluation, and contract negotiations.
• Partner with HR, Total Rewards, and Travel teams to align procurement strategies with employee experience and compliance goals.
• Conduct cost modeling, benchmarking, and TCO analysis to support decision-making and optimize supplier value.
• Monitor and report on category performance, including savings realization, service levels, and compliance metrics.
• Stay current on market trends, regulatory changes (e.g., ACA, IRS travel guidelines), and innovations in benefits and travel management.
• Manage supplier relationships, including performance reviews, scorecards, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure contract compliance, SLA adherence, and risk mitigation across all benefit and travel vendors.

• Bachelor's degree in business, Supply Chain, HR, or a related field.
• 5-7 years of experience in procurement or strategic sourcing, with a focus on benefits, HR services, or corporate travel.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and sourcing tools (e.g., Ariba, Coupa, SAP).
• Familiarity with procurement fundamentals such as TCO analysis, RFx execution, and vendor scorecards.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience working with benefits brokers, TPAs, and global travel management companies.
• Knowledge of compliance and regulatory frameworks related to employee benefits and travel.

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(K) Retirement savings plan with a generous company match
• Company paid life insurance
• Contests and appreciation events throughout the year full of prizes, food and fun!
• Eligibility requirements may apply for the following benefits:
• Bonus based on company and/or individual performance
• Affordable benefit coverage, including medical, dental and vision
• Health Savings Account with company match
• Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care
• Company paid short-term disability coverage
• Paid parental leave for both mothers and fathers
• Paid holidays

• Get Paid Every Day!

Sprouts Farmers Market offers DailyPay - if you're hired as an eligible employee, you'll be able to transfer the money you've already earned at no extra cost, and get it the next business day, for free.  We offer DailyPay so you don't have to wait for payday to access the money you've already worked for. With DailyPay, you can see how much you've made every day and you can transfer your money any time before payday.

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 Grow with us!

If you have a passion for inspiring people and a flair for fresh food, consider applying for a job at Sprouts! With a focus on customer service, our neighborhood grocery stores offer high-quality, farm fresh produce, natural meats, plenty of scoop-your-own bulk goods and much more in a fun, friendly, old-fashioned farmer's market setting.  Come grow your career in healthy living with a fast-paced, rapidly growing company and teams that pride themselves on empowering others along their journey.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and requirements. Sprouts' management reserves the right to amend and change duties, responsibilities, and requirements to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.

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