Director of Procurement

Coretelligent

16h•$120,000 - $150,000•Remote

About The Position

At Coretelligent, we take ownership of the technology our clients rely on every day. We partner with growing, highly regulated organizations that need secure, dependable IT environments built to scale. Our role goes beyond support. We bring structure, clarity, and accountability to complex technology landscapes so leaders can move forward with confidence. Over the past several years, Coretelligent has entered a new chapter. We have strengthened our leadership team, modernized our service delivery, and sharpened our focus on long-term client outcomes. Our work spans managed IT, cybersecurity, cloud, and strategy, delivered through a model designed for consistency, transparency, and trust. We are building a team of professionals who care deeply about quality, ownership, and continuous improvement. If you value clear expectations, thoughtful collaboration, and work that genuinely matters to the businesses you support, you will feel at home here. Job Overview The Director of Procurement will lead Coretelligent’s Procurement team and oversees the full lifecycle of purchasing, vendor management, and logistics operations. This role plays a critical part in ensuring that procurement processes run efficiently, accurately, and in alignment with business and client needs. The ideal candidate is a hands-on, process-driven leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment. You’ll guide a small, collaborative team while driving continuous improvement initiatives across systems, workflows, and vendor relationships. This is an opportunity to make a measurable impact by optimizing how Coretelligent procures technology, manages suppliers, and supports company-wide cost and performance goals.

Requirements

7+ years of professional experience, with at least 3 years in procurement operations, vendor management, or IT sourcing.
Proven experience managing a small team and driving performance through coaching, clear expectations, and accountability.
Advanced understanding of procurement processes, vendor lifecycle management, and contract negotiation.
Experience in the technology or managed services industry, with familiarity in hardware, software, and IT services procurement.
Excellent analytical and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills; capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Lead and develop the Procurement Operations team, setting clear performance goals and fostering a culture of accountability, accuracy, and collaboration.
Oversee the end-to-end procurement lifecycle — from sourcing and purchasing to fulfillment and reconciliation — ensuring operational efficiency and alignment with internal policies.
Drive process improvement and automation across procurement systems (ServiceNow) to streamline workflows and enhance reporting accuracy.
Partner with Finance and Operations leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and asset lifecycle visibility to support broader financial and operational goals.
Manage vendor relationships, negotiating contracts and maintaining pricing consistency while identifying opportunities for vendor consolidation and cost optimization.
Track, analyze, and report on procurement performance metrics; use data to guide operational improvements and executive-level decision-making.
Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Client Success, and Project Management teams to align purchasing and fulfillment with client delivery timelines.
Serve as an escalation point for complex or high-impact procurement challenges, ensuring timely resolution and minimal disruption to internal operations.
Support special initiatives and cross-functional projects that enhance scalability, cost control, and service delivery alignment across Coretelligent’s business units.