Full-Time Director of Procurement Strategy

Job Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled and strategic Director of Procurement Strategy and Market Intelligence to lead the development and execution of procurement strategies aligned with business objectives. Focus on market research, competitive analysis, and supplier management to ensure efficient, cost-effective, and forward-thinking procurement.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Develop and implement long-term procurement strategies aligned with company goals.
2. Oversee supplier, market, and business opportunity identification/evaluation for improved procurement performance.
3. Define procurement objectives and performance metrics to drive efficiency, cost savings, and quality.
4. Gather and analyze market data to understand industry trends, commodity price fluctuations, and potential supply chain disruptions.
5. Provide actionable insights to inform procurement decisions and strategic planning.
6. Monitor competitor activities and the supplier landscape to identify potential opportunities and risks.
7. Collaborate with internal stakeholders (finance, operations, marketing) to ensure alignment with business needs.
8. Develop accurate procurement forecasts and budget planning with the finance team.
9. Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing procurement strategy and market intelligence team.
10. Foster a culture of continuous improvement, data-driven decision-making, and innovation.
11. Analyze market risks and create mitigation strategies for supply chain risks.
12. Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
13. Report procurement performance, market trends, cost-saving initiatives, and risk mitigation strategies to senior management.
14. Provide regular updates and recommendations to the executive team on procurement strategy and market intelligence.
15. Collaborate with procurement leadership to develop and execute strategic initiatives.
16. Conduct in-depth analysis of procurement operations to identify improvement opportunities.
17. Develop and implement operational plans to achieve procurement goals and objectives.
18. Oversee procurement policy and procedure development/implementation.
19. Manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously.
20. Streamline procurement processes and improve efficiency.
21. Develop and implement KPIs to measure procurement performance.
22. Analyze procurement data to identify cost-saving trends.
23. Provide leadership and mentorship to team members.
24. Foster a collaborative and high-performance culture.
25. Identify training and development needs.
26. Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
27. Communicate procurement strategies and initiatives effectively.
28. Resolve conflicts and issues related to procurement operations.
29. Provide executive-level support, preparing presentations, and coordinating cross-team inputs for critical meetings.
30. Conduct research and analysis on procurement topics.
31. Prepare reports and presentations for senior management.

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