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 aligning with business objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategic Procurement Development: Develop and implement long-term procurement strategies; identify and evaluate new suppliers, markets, and business opportunities; define procurement objectives and performance metrics.
2. Market Intelligence & Analysis: Lead market data gathering and analysis; understand industry trends, commodity price fluctuations, and supply chain disruptions; monitor competitor activities and the supplier landscape.
3. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with internal stakeholders (finance, operations, marketing) and finance team to develop procurement forecasts and budget planning.
4. Leadership & Team Development: Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing procurement strategy and market intelligence team fostering continuous improvement and data-driven decision-making.
5. Risk Management & Compliance: Analyze market risks; create strategies to mitigate supply chain risks; ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies and regulatory requirements.
6. Reporting & Communication: Report to senior management on procurement performance, market trends, cost-saving initiatives, and risk mitigation strategies.
7. Strategic Planning and Execution: Collaborate with procurement leadership to develop and execute strategic initiatives; analyze procurement operations to identify improvement opportunities; develop operational plans, and oversee procurement policies and procedures.
8. Operational Excellence: Manage multiple projects simultaneously; streamline procurement processes and improve efficiency; develop KPIs to measure performance; analyze data to identify cost-saving opportunities.
9. Team Management and Development: Provide leadership and mentorship; foster a collaborative and high-performance culture; identify training needs.
10. Stakeholder Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders; effectively communicate strategies; resolve conflicts; provide executive-level support.
11. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in a related field; 12+ years of procurement experience; strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills; excellent project management and organizational abilities; proficiency in procurement software.
12. Preferred Qualifications: Master’s degree or MBA.
13. Compensation & Benefits: Salary range depends on relevant experience, skills, and geographic location. Includes benefits like vacation, sick leave, medical/dental/vision insurance, and retirement plans.

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