Director of Procurement

Baker Group•Ankeny, IA

About The Position

The Director of Procurement leads the strategic sourcing and procurement function to ensure the timely, cost-effective and quality-driven acquisition of materials, equipment and services critical to project execution. This role drives value creation through supplier relationships, market intelligence and disciplined purchasing practices, aligning with enterprise operational and financial goals. By collaborating closely with project management, operations and leadership, the position ensures procurement activities support project schedules, enhance competitiveness and uphold Baker Group’s reputation for reliability and performance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field required.
Minimum of 10 years of progressive procurement, supply chain, or related experience, including at least 5 years in a leadership role.
Demonstrated experience leading procurement functions across multiple projects, business units, or regions within mechanical construction, industrial contracting, or a related industry.
Proven track record of developing and executing strategic sourcing initiatives, supplier programs, and cost optimization strategies at an organizational level.
Extensive experience negotiating complex, high-value contracts and managing key supplier relationships.
Strong knowledge of construction materials, equipment, and project-based supply chain dynamics.
Experience implementing procurement systems, process standardization, and performance metrics (KPIs) across an organization.
Strategic thinking with the capability to translate business objectives into procurement strategies and actionable plans.
Leadership and influence skills to align cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders .
Strong decision-making in complex, high-impact, and time-sensitive situations.
Advanced analytical skills to evaluate market data, financial impacts, and supply chain risks.
Effective communication and presentation skills with executive leadership, internal teams, and external partners.
Capacity to manage multiple priorities across projects and business units in a fast-paced environment.
Proven capability to lead organizational change and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
Professionalism, sound judgment, and composure under pressure.
Commitment to compliance with company policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.

Nice To Haves

Professional certifications such as CPSM, CPM, or CSCP preferred.

Responsibilities

Establish the overall vision, strategy and operating model for procurement across the organization.
Lead, develop, mentor and evaluate Procurement Managers, ensuring alignment with company growth and operational objectives.
Advise senior leadership on supply chain risks, cost trends and strategic sourcing opportunities.
Develop and oversee performance metrics that drive accountability, scalability and continuous improvement across procurement functions.
Develops and implements procurement strategies aligned with project requirements, financial objectives and organizational goals.
Define and enforce procurement policies, standards and controls to ensure consistency compliance and risk mitigation.
Provide oversight of major sourcing initiatives, high-value contracts and critical supplier agreements.
Ensure procurement activities across all business units are aligned, efficient and delivering maximum value.
Evaluate strategic sourcing decisions that impact project cost, schedule and overall business performance, in collaboration with the Project Manager.
Develop long-term supplier strategies, including preferred vendor programs and strategic partnerships.
Lead executive-level supplier engagement, including negotiations for key agreements and resolution of critical issues.
Position the organization to respond proactively to market shifts, supply constraints, and pricing volatility.
Drive diversification of the supply base to enhance resilience and competitive advantage.
Partner with executive leadership, operations, estimating, and finance to align procurement strategy with business planning and project delivery.
Lead cross-functional initiatives that improve total cost of ownership, standardization, and prefabrication strategies.
Champion data-driven decision-making and the use of technology to enhance procurement visibility and performance.
Identify and lead enterprise-wide cost optimization and value engineering initiatives.