Director, Procurement

Indeed•Remote,

21h•$140,000 - $294,000

About The Position

The Director, Procurement drives strategic value and operational excellence across a global spend portfolio spanning Technology, HR, and Finance. The role directly oversees the IT Procurement team and partners closely with the CIO and CTO to optimize enterprise technology sourcing. It also manages a Senior Procurement Manager leading HR and Finance spend categories, including the contingent worker program, to align corporate services and workforce strategy. The Director brings deep expertise in these spend areas, balancing detailed contract reviews and commercial deal structures with a leadership approach that empowers the team to take ownership and execute autonomously. The role balances high-growth agility with robust governance, develops long-range sourcing strategies, and serves as a trusted advisor to senior leaders.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field and at least 15 years of related experience; or a master’s degree and at least 12 years of experience; or a PhD and 8 years of experience.
Demonstrated global perspective and experience in Technology and Consulting Services sourcing, contracting, and negotiations.
Experience working with senior executives across multiple internal business functions and with suppliers.
Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, with strong influencing and persuasive abilities.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and execute a vision for simplifying technology and HR procurement through long-range planning and execution.
Right-size and transform the use of vendors across the enterprise.
Manage, develop, and coach Category Specialists, Category Managers, and Procurement Managers.
Lead negotiations on commercial procurement agreements, including Master Agreements, Statements of Work, and Change Orders, balancing business deliverables, legal interests, and pricing.
Partner with leadership to proactively drive initiatives within the existing supply base and lead vendor and sourcing activities.
Develop, refine, and implement category strategies and tactics to procure products and services aligned with business needs and deliver the highest value.
Oversee the IT Procurement team and collaborate with the CIO and CTO to optimize enterprise technology sourcing.
Manage the Senior Procurement Manager responsible for HR and Finance categories, including the contingent worker program.