Director of Global Procurement
About The Position
The Fountainhead Group is seeking an experienced Director of Global Procurement to lead global sourcing, supplier management, and purchasing activities supporting manufacturing operations and customer demand. Reporting to the President, the Director ensures a reliable and cost-effective flow of materials, components, finished goods, equipment, and services while mitigating supply disruptions and strengthening procurement performance. The role leads and develops the procurement team and partners across Operations, Engineering, New Product Development, Finance, and other functions. It calls for a hands-on, strategic procurement leader with global sourcing and negotiation experience who can balance cost, quality, delivery, inventory, and supply continuity across domestic and international suppliers. Success is measured by sustainable cost savings, strong global supplier relationships, reduced supply-chain risk, and reliable material availability. The Director is expected to build a collaborative, high-performing team that improves efficiency, supports business growth, and advances strategic objectives.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field; an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered.
- At least 7 years of progressively responsible procurement or sourcing experience.
- Demonstrated leadership or management responsibility.
- Proven global sourcing and supplier management experience, including negotiations, cost-reduction initiatives, supplier performance management, and supply-risk mitigation.
- Strong leadership, negotiation, analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with sound business judgment.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across Operations, Engineering, New Product Development, Finance, and Supply Chain functions.
- Proficiency with ERP/MRP or purchasing systems and Microsoft Excel.
Nice To Haves
- Procurement or sourcing experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
- Epicor/Kinetic experience.
Responsibilities
- Develop and lead global sourcing and procurement strategies that support production requirements, customer demand, cost objectives, and long-term business needs.
- Lead supplier negotiations, cost-reduction initiatives, RFPs, and sourcing decisions to achieve favorable pricing, terms, lead times, service, quality, and total cost.
- Manage strategic supplier relationships and performance, including evaluating and qualifying domestic and international suppliers and resolving quality, delivery, capacity, and cost issues.
- Develop and maintain supply-risk-management strategies, including contingency planning, inventory and safety-stock considerations, and monitoring market conditions, tariffs, duties, and other factors affecting supply continuity.
- Partner with the Vice President of Asia Pacific Operations to manage FGI's Asia supply chain and supplier relationships throughout Asia and Southeast Asia.
- Lead, develop, and support the procurement team, providing clear direction, accountability, and ongoing development for direct reports.
- Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, New Product Development, Finance, and other functional areas on material requirements, new product launches, tooling, capital equipment, and operational projects.
- Oversee supplier contracts and renewals, partnering with FGI counsel as appropriate to secure favorable commercial terms and business protections.
- Maintain effective procurement processes, systems, and reporting.
- Communicate regularly with senior management about supplier performance, supply risks, cost initiatives, and issues affecting the flow of goods and services.
Benefits
- Competitive executive compensation package commensurate with experience.
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement savings, and paid time off.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
