Director of Procurement

Modigent • Phoenix, AZ

5d • $180,000 - $220,000

About The Position

As Director of Procurement at Modigent, you will lead strategic sourcing, purchasing, and supply chain functions across the company’s operating companies and corporate functions. You will develop and execute procurement strategies that optimize cost, quality, availability, and risk for project-related materials and equipment—including HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical commodities—and corporate or indirect spend such as software, technology, and professional services. This corporate leadership role works closely with operations, project management, service, fleet, finance, IT, and operating-company leadership to support profitable project delivery, service excellence, and scalable growth.

The position directly leads the procurement team and provides guidance and strategic direction to operating-company purchasing personnel as applicable. It is primarily office-based, with occasional travel to operating companies, suppliers, or project sites. The work environment is professional and corporate, with hybrid or remote work options; the position is not safety-sensitive.

Requirements

• 10 or more years of progressive procurement, strategic sourcing, or supply chain experience.
• At least 5 years of experience in a leadership role.
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven ability to develop and execute category strategies that produce measurable cost and performance results across direct and indirect spend.
• Strong negotiation, contract management, and supplier/vendor relationship skills.
• Experience with software and technology procurement, including SaaS agreements, licensing, and vendor management.
• Financial acumen, including spend analysis, total cost modeling, and budgeting.
• Experience implementing or optimizing procurement systems and processes.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a multi-operating-company, project-based environment while supporting corporate functions.
• Data-driven decision-making skills and comfort with analytics and reporting tools.
• Strategic mindset and ability to balance short-term needs with long-term capability building.

Nice To Haves

• Experience spanning both direct materials/equipment and indirect software, services, and corporate spend.
• Background in construction, mechanical contracting, industrial services, or multi-entity environments.
• MBA or advanced degree.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute enterprise-wide procurement strategy aligned with business objectives, growth plans, and the multi-operating-company structure.
• Lead strategic sourcing across direct materials and equipment, including HVAC equipment, piping, sheet metal, controls, tools, and related commodities, as well as corporate and indirect spend such as software, technology, professional services, and facilities.
• Partner with the Fleet Department on vehicle, equipment, and related procurement strategies while respecting its existing ownership and processes.
• Negotiate and manage key supplier and vendor relationships, master agreements, pricing, terms, and performance expectations.
• Drive cost reductions, total cost of ownership improvements, and value creation across construction, service, and corporate functions.
• Establish and enforce procurement policies, processes, approval workflows, and compliance standards.
• Oversee supplier and vendor risk management, including financial stability, capacity, quality, cybersecurity for software and IT, and continuity of supply.
• Partner with project managers, estimators, and field leaders on material planning, lead times, and project-specific sourcing needs.
• Collaborate with finance, IT, and other corporate functions on budgeting, forecasting, spend analysis, and working capital optimization.
• Implement and optimize procurement systems, data visibility, and reporting to enable data-driven decisions.
• Lead, develop, and mentor the procurement team, and build capability and consistency across operating companies as needed.
• Monitor market conditions, commodity trends, software and IT market dynamics, and supply chain disruptions; proactively mitigate risks.
• Support M&A integration activities related to supplier rationalization, contract consolidation, and process standardization.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, contractual requirements, and applicable regulations.
• Provide strategic direction to operating-company purchasing personnel as applicable, and maintain accountability for procurement team performance, development, and succession planning.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation based on experience and level, with opportunities for performance incentives.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• HSA options with employer contributions in select plans.
• Company-paid basic life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
• Paid time off and holiday pay.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Professional development through hands-on training, mentorship, and career advancement paths across nationwide operating companies.
• Inclusive and supportive culture that values diversity, dignity, respect, collaboration, integrity, and personal fulfillment.

What This Job Offers

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