Vice President of Procurement

Role Description The Vice President of Procurement is a full-time, remote role responsible for leading procurement strategy and operations in alignment with the organization’s economic and commercial objectives. This position oversees end-to-end procurement activities, including sourcing, supplier evaluation, and contract lifecycle management across multiple categories and regions. Day-to-day responsibilities include negotiating key contracts, optimizing supply chain performance, driving supplier development initiatives, and ensuring compliance with internal policies and applicable regulations. The role requires close collaboration with internal stakeholders and external partners to secure high-quality goods and services at competitive terms, manage risk, and support strategic projects. The Vice President of Procurement is expected to provide data-driven insights, develop procurement policies, mentor team members, and continuously improve processes and tools to enhance efficiency and value creation.

Qualifications

Demonstrated expertise in core procurement functions, including Procurement and Supply Chain Management, with a track record of managing complex, multi-stakeholder purchasing activities. Strong skills in Contract Negotiation and Contract Management, with experience structuring, reviewing, and maintaining agreements that balance value, risk, and compliance. Proficiency in Supplier Development, including assessing supplier performance, fostering long-term partnerships, and implementing improvement plans. Extensive experience in strategic sourcing, category management, and cost optimization, ideally in an international or public-sector/institutional environment. Advanced analytical and problem-solving abilities, including comfort with procurement-related data, KPIs, and digital tools or ERP systems. Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; additional language skills, especially Spanish or Hungarian, are highly beneficial. Proven leadership experience managing cross-functional or remote teams, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive organizational change. Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Economics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field; relevant professional certifications (e.g., CIPS, CPSM) are an advantage.