Director of Procurement

Director of Procurement Location: Remote – United States Employment Type: Full-Time Department: Procurement & Supply Chain Reports To: Vice President of Procurement / Chief Operating Officer

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Director of Procurement to lead strategic sourcing, supplier management, purchasing strategy, and procurement operations across the organization. This role is responsible for developing effective procurement practices, negotiating favorable supplier agreements, managing expenditures, and ensuring the timely and reliable acquisition of goods and services. The Director of Procurement will collaborate with Finance, Operations, Legal, and Supply Chain teams to align procurement activities with business objectives, strengthen supplier relationships, and improve operational efficiency. The ideal candidate combines strategic thinking with strong negotiation, financial analysis, and leadership skills, along with the ability to identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining quality, reliability, and service standards. This is a U.S.-based remote leadership position requiring sound business judgment, cross-functional collaboration, and the ability to manage multiple procurement initiatives in a distributed work environment.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement Strategy: Develop and implement procurement strategies that align with organizational goals, operational requirements, budget priorities, and long-term business plans. Strategic Sourcing: Lead sourcing initiatives, supplier evaluations, competitive bidding processes, and purchasing decisions to secure competitive pricing and reliable service. Supplier Relationship Management: Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, manufacturers, distributors, and service providers to improve performance and long-term value. Contract Negotiation: Lead negotiations involving pricing, payment terms, delivery schedules, service levels, and contractual conditions in coordination with relevant stakeholders. Cost Optimization: Analyze spending patterns, market trends, and supplier pricing to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve overall procurement efficiency. Procurement Operations: Oversee purchasing requests, purchase orders, supplier onboarding, sourcing documentation, approval workflows, and procurement reporting. Budget Management: Monitor procurement budgets, expenditure forecasts, and purchasing commitments to ensure alignment with approved financial plans. Supplier Performance: Establish performance standards and evaluate suppliers based on quality, delivery reliability, cost competitiveness, responsiveness, and contractual compliance. Risk Management: Identify potential supply disruptions, supplier concentration risks, price fluctuations, and contractual concerns. Develop alternative sourcing strategies and contingency plans as needed. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Finance, Operations, Legal, Inventory Management, and Supply Chain teams to coordinate purchasing requirements and resolve procurement issues. Policy and Compliance: Establish procurement policies, approval procedures, documentation standards, and internal controls that promote transparency, accountability, and consistent business practices. Contract Administration: Oversee supplier agreements, renewal schedules, contract documentation, and purchasing commitments to support effective contract management. Performance Measurement: Develop and monitor key performance indicators, including cost savings, procurement cycle times, supplier delivery performance, contract compliance, and spending efficiency. Systems and Technology: Improve procurement processes through ERP systems, sourcing platforms, spend analytics, and workflow automation. Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and develop procurement managers, sourcing specialists, and purchasing professionals while establishing clear objectives and performance expectations. Market Intelligence: Monitor supplier markets, pricing developments, industry trends, and emerging sourcing opportunities to support informed procurement decisions. Executive Reporting: Prepare procurement performance reports, budget analyses, supplier assessments, and strategic recommendations for senior leadership. Continuous Improvement: Evaluate procurement procedures and implement improvements that enhance efficiency, strengthen supplier relationships, and support business growth.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field. Typically 8+ years of progressive experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, purchasing, or supply chain management, including leadership responsibilities. Demonstrated success developing procurement strategies, negotiating supplier agreements, and managing complex sourcing initiatives. Strong knowledge of supplier selection, contract negotiation, spend analysis, purchasing procedures, and supplier performance management. Experience managing procurement budgets, controlling expenditures, and delivering measurable cost improvements. Proven ability to lead teams, manage multiple projects, and coordinate procurement activities across departments. Strong analytical, financial, negotiation, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present procurement results and recommendations to senior management. Familiarity with procurement and ERP platforms such as SAP Ariba, Oracle Procurement, Coupa, or comparable systems. Understanding of supplier risk management, contract administration, and relevant procurement policies and regulatory requirements. Ability to balance cost, quality, delivery, supplier reliability, and operational requirements when making purchasing decisions. Ability to work independently in a remote environment while maintaining effective communication and accountability.

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related discipline. Professional certification such as Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM), Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM), or Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP). Experience overseeing procurement across multiple business units, locations, or product categories. Familiarity with strategic sourcing methodologies, supplier risk assessment, contract lifecycle management, and spend analytics. Experience implementing procurement systems, improving sourcing processes, or leading organization-wide cost optimization initiatives.

What We Offer

Competitive compensation based on experience, qualifications, and role responsibilities. Remote work flexibility within the United States. The opportunity to influence procurement strategy, supplier performance, and cost management. Collaboration with senior leadership and cross-functional business teams. A professional environment that values accountability, operational efficiency, strategic thinking, and continuous improvement. Opportunities for professional development and career advancement. Equal Opportunity The company is committed to fair and consistent employment practices. Candidates are evaluated based on job-related qualifications, relevant experience, demonstrated capabilities, and the requirements of the role.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit an updated resume highlighting their procurement leadership experience, strategic sourcing achievements, supplier negotiation expertise, and measurable contributions to cost management and operational performance.