Director Procurement

The Jackson Laboratory•Farmington, CT

4d•$136,461 - $228,467•Remote

About The Position

The Director, Procurement leads the development and management of a high-performing procurement office, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and fostering strategic relationships with internal stakeholders and external vendors. They oversee procurement activities and collaborate closely with other departments to manage strategic vendor relationships. Fully remote with travel as needed - approximately 15-20%

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree required, Masters Preferred
6-8 years of supervisory experience
Strong, project leadership and management skills in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities, and an ability to manage multiple projects with tight deadlines.
Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) or similar designation.
Experience in the procurement of specialized research equipment utilized by leading research institutions, and complex IT services, systems and equipment related to the storage and transmission of sensitive data.
Experience using a tier one ERP system, purchase cards, vendor-managed inventory and consignment programs preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage the Research and Research Services Procurement team, ensuring strategic sourcing and compliance with faculty and research needs.
Serve as subject matter expert on OMB/Uniform Guidance regulations; update procurement policies in collaboration with Sponsored Research Administration and internal audit.
Advise senior research and laboratory leadership on procurement strategies, regulatory impacts, and compliance issues.
Oversee JMCRS and JAX Internal Operations team, ensuring alignment with operational strategies and consistent performance reporting.
Implement and maintain Strategic Vendor Management processes, including KPI tracking and supplier performance evaluations.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with key external vendors; monitor industry trends and supply chain risks.
Collaborate with legal and IT teams to ensure risk mitigation through standardized purchasing terms and service contracts.
Support internal service departments through strategic meetings, reporting, and resource alignment.
Drive continuous improvement in procurement processes, systems, and controls; lead change management initiatives across the organization.
Manage procurement staff and department managers; ensure policy compliance, ongoing training, and operational efficiency.
Identify and realize cost-saving opportunities; develop and track departmental performance metrics.
Provide regular reporting and performance metrics to support informed decision-making by senior leadership.