Adam Fledderman
Indianapolis
Summary
Strategic Procurement Leader with expertise in category strategy and team development. Drives cost savings and enhances supplier performance through targeted initiatives. Experienced in contract negotiation and talent development, consistently delivering outcomes aligned with organizational goals and customer satisfaction.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sr. Manager Category Managment
Carrier Corporation
Indianapolis
09.2023 - Current
- Formulated and executed category strategy for metal fabrication, optimizing affordability and innovation.
- Managed supplier relationships, overseeing contract negotiations and quality control for $100 million annual spend.
- Collaborated with executive teams to align long-term strategies, technology roadmaps, and risk mitigation efforts.
- Maintained expert knowledge of global supply markets, competitors, and product innovations in steel and aluminum categories.
Chapter Leader - Services (Indirect Procurement)
Roche Diabetes
Indianapolis
02.2022 - 09.2023
- Collaborated with global procurement leadership teams to enhance direct procurement and optimize Indianapolis operations.
- Led foreign asset review board to ensure global tax compliance.
- Directed multinational teams in category and supplier relationship management for logistics and capital procurement.
- Managed over $185 million in spend and supplier relationship management for critical suppliers.
- Oversaw compliance and effectiveness of direct reports' supplier relationship management activities.
- Mentored direct reports to strengthen their skills and advance their professional development.
- Implemented procurement ERP solution (Smart by GEP) within Indianapolis procurement team.
- Acted as local liaison for executive stakeholders in Indianapolis site.
Sr. Global Category Manager
Roche Diabetes Care
Indianapolis
04.2019 - 01.2022
- Led global procurement category team to optimize supplier engagement and performance.
- Directed foreign asset review board, enhancing oversight and compliance.
- Served as liaison for stakeholder management across engineering, manufacturing, and operations.
- Contributed to Indianapolis manufacturing operation leadership team and COVID-19 site task force.
- Managed SRM responsibilities for over $60 million in strategic supplier spend.
- Compiled supplier market data and internal requirements to create actionable category strategies.
- Established category buying guides to ensure alignment of procurement strategies with business outcomes.
- Conducted risk and CSR reviews to inform and enhance procurement strategies.
Sr. Procurement Agent
Roche Diagnostics Corporation
Indianapolis
11.2017 - 03.2019
- Facilitated purchasing initiatives with supplier base, focusing on product launches, quality improvements, risk management, and capacity expansion; developed and executed commodity strategies.
- Lead the process of supplier selection by maintaining proficiency in contract and negotiations strategy, contract and supplier relationship management, and implementation
- Executed new sourcing, benchmarking, and negotiations to fulfill business requirements, supporting continuous improvement and total cost of ownership.
- Coordinated initiatives across local, regional, and global teams to achieve alignment and enhance operational effectiveness.
Global Category Manager
Indiana Mills & Manufacturing Inc.
Westfield
10.2016 - 11.2017
- Managed summer intern, achieving $100k in annual travel savings through policy enforcement.
- Developed and executed category strategies aligning with company objectives.
- Identified, evaluated, and nurtured suppliers according to strategic goals and conducted ongoing supplier relationship management.
- Oversaw global supply base management, ensuring responsible spending practices aligned with strategic goals.
- Initiated RFQs for new product and engineering projects, awarding business based on strategic analysis.
- Designed and implemented optimized supply chain processes, training personnel for effective execution.
Sr. Purchasing Agent
Delta Faucet Company
Carmel
08.2013 - 10.2016
- Establishment and leadership of cross functional commodity team to advance Commodity Strategy initiatives of savings, delivery, and quality
- Development and execution of commodity strategies
- Management of global supplier relationships
- Negotiation of pricing, terms, materials, and inventory agreements
- Ownership of supply chain targets for savings, quality, & delivery for global spend.
- Development and management of sourcing report out dashboard.
- Implementation of inventory agreements for lead-time reductions at key suppliers.
- Sourcing management of new supplier identification and onboarding
- Completion of Delta Faucet Sponsored White Belt project
Program Manager for Purchasing
Robert Bosch Steering Systems
Florence
10.2011 - 08.2013
- Developed and implemented commodity strategies to align with organizational initiatives
- Managed NAFTA supply base within global commodity team to ensure strategic sourcing and supplier performance
- Negotiation of annual supplier cost downs to drive financial benefits & enable growth.
- Leadership of RBSS sponsored supplier VA/VE and APQP events
- Lead cross-functional supplier “should-cost” events and total landed cost analysis
- Purchasing lead for cross functional team activities for pre-production development of GM, Daimler, and Volkswagen programs
- Lead commercial items in APQP meetings, audits, and PPAP process with suppliers
- NAFTA purchasing leadership for BR166 KGT and Power-pack localization initiative
- Oversaw purchasing for spend, savings, and launch tracking with detailed analysis and reporting
Purchasing Agent
Rodem
Cincinnati
05.2011 - 10.2011
- Executed strategic sourcing initiatives across business groups, improving procurement efficiency.
- Managed purchasing record keeping, ensuring accurate inventory tracking and timely replenishment.
- Negotiated and maintained strategic sourcing partnerships to secure favorable terms.
- Facilitated communication of sourcing strategies, aligning procurement efforts with organizational goals.
Project Manager for Strategic Sourcing
Wolseley Industrial Group, a Ferguson Enterprise
West Chester
02.2006 - 05.2011
- Led quoting and implementation services team to support business development and new contract activities for indirect spend.
- Coordinated communication of sourcing programs and opportunities across divisions, enhancing collaboration.
- Directed internal and customer projects from conception to execution, achieving alignment with strategic objectives.
Interim Operations Manager
Wolseley Industrial Group, a Ferguson Enterprise
Addison
07.2007 - 11.2007
- Acted as the primary point of customer interface to enhance communication and service quality.
- Facilitated physical inventory procedures and supported audit preparation efforts.
- Reconciled accounts payable and receivable reports for accurate financial tracking.
- Instructed, trained, and managed associates to improve team performance.
Purchasing Agent
Wolseley Industrial Group, a Ferguson Enterprise
West Chester
02.2005 - 11.2006
- Negotiated pricing and terms with suppliers, monitoring and assessing performance.
- Executed purchase orders for indirect materials, supplies, machinery, and services, ensuring timely availability to support operations.
- Instructed, trained, and mentored junior associates, fostering skill development and strengthening team capabilities.
Education
Doctor of Business Adminsitration - Supply Chain And Logistics Managment
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA12-2023
MBA - Business Administration
Indiana Wesleyan University
Marion, IN09-2011
Master of Education - Athletic Administration
Xavier University
Cincinnati, OH05-2008
Bachelor of Science - Recreation And Sport Management
Indiana State University
Terre Haute, IN05-2003
Skills
- Category strategy
- Supplier management
- Contract negotiation
- Procurement analytics
- Spend analysis
- Cost reduction
- Risk management
- Market research
- Stakeholder collaboration
- Cross-functional coordination
- Team leadership
- Talent development
- Coaching and mentoring
- Influencing and negotiating
- Effective communication
Certification
- Certified Purchasing Manager - Institute for Supply Managment
- Senior Practitioner in Supply Management - Next Level Purchasing
Timeline
Sr. Manager Category Managment
Carrier Corporation
09.2023 - Current
Chapter Leader - Services (Indirect Procurement)
Roche Diabetes
02.2022 - 09.2023
Sr. Global Category Manager
Roche Diabetes Care
04.2019 - 01.2022
Sr. Procurement Agent
Roche Diagnostics Corporation
11.2017 - 03.2019
Global Category Manager
Indiana Mills & Manufacturing Inc.
10.2016 - 11.2017
Sr. Purchasing Agent
Delta Faucet Company
08.2013 - 10.2016
Program Manager for Purchasing
Robert Bosch Steering Systems
10.2011 - 08.2013
Purchasing Agent
Rodem
05.2011 - 10.2011
Interim Operations Manager
Wolseley Industrial Group, a Ferguson Enterprise
07.2007 - 11.2007
Project Manager for Strategic Sourcing
Wolseley Industrial Group, a Ferguson Enterprise
02.2006 - 05.2011
Purchasing Agent
Wolseley Industrial Group, a Ferguson Enterprise
02.2005 - 11.2006
Doctor of Business Adminsitration - Supply Chain And Logistics Managment
Liberty University
MBA - Business Administration
Indiana Wesleyan University
Master of Education - Athletic Administration
Xavier University
Bachelor of Science - Recreation And Sport Management
Indiana State University