Director of Procurement

Merakey • Whitemarsh Township, PA

5h • $155,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Director of Procurement is responsible for overseeing the procurement function within Merakey. This role is strategic and focuses on sourcing and purchasing goods, services, and resources at the best value, while ensuring operational efficiency, quality, compliance, and supply chain continuity. The Director of Procurement leads the procurement team of 3 and collaborates with cross-functional teams to drive cost savings, improve operational effectiveness, and enhance supplier relationships.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or related field.
• At least 8-10 years of experience in procurement or supply chain management, with a minimum of 5 years in a leadership or management role.
• Proven track record in strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, and cost optimization across multiple categories.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree (MBA or similar) is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Procurement Leadership:
• Procurement Strategy Development
• Market Analysis and Sourcing
• Category Management
• Supplier Relationships and Contract Management:
• Supplier Identification and Vetting
• Negotiation and Contract Management
• Supplier Performance Evaluation
• Lead and manage the end-to-end Request for Proposal (RFP) process
• Team Leadership and Development:
• Team Management, development, and alignment with departmental objectives
• Collaboration, communication, and coaching on strategy
• Financial Management and Control:
• Cost Optimization
• Financial Reporting and Forecasting
• Risk Management and Compliance:
• Risk Identification and Mitigation
• Contract Compliance and Ethics
• Procurement Process Improvement:
• Process evaluation and optimization
• Technology integration management
• Management of change initiatives
• Collaboration with Cross-Functional Teams:
• Cross-Departmental Collaboration
• Stakeholder Management
• Demand Forecasting

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus access to healthcare advocacy support.
• Retirement plan -- both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions.
• DailyPay -- access your pay when you need it!
• On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources.
• Access Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services.
• Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships.
• Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
• Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director