Vice President of Procurement

DuraServ Corp • Coppell, TX

6d • Onsite

About The Position

DuraServ is seeking a procurement executive to build and lead a new, centralized enterprise-wide procurement function. This role involves designing, implementing, and managing procurement strategies, policies, technologies, and supplier relationships. The Vice President of Procurement will play a critical role in shaping how the company sources, buys, and manages supply chain risk, contributing to its growth and operational efficiency. This is a builder's opportunity for a strategic executive ready to leave a lasting legacy.

Requirements

• Experience building or materially scaling a procurement function, not just managing one.
• Experience operating at or alongside large, sophisticated organizations with world-class procurement standards.
• Ability to negotiate from a position of preparation and credibility.
• Executive presence: clear communication, sound judgment, and the ability to influence at every level.
• Analytically driven: comfortable interpreting procurement, inventory, and supply chain data and translating it into decisions.
• Experience building teams, establishing culture, accountability, and performance standards.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, Finance, or a related field.
• 8+ years of progressive procurement or supply chain leadership experience, with demonstrated tenure in multi-location or operationally complex environments.
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems, procurement technologies, and data analytics tools.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a centralized enterprise procurement strategy, including sourcing frameworks, supplier selection, contract governance, and compliance controls.
• Implement procurement policies, procedures, auditing processes, and internal controls.
• Lead the selection, implementation, and optimization of procurement technologies and ERP systems.
• Establish and manage strategic supplier and vendor relationships, including performance management, risk assessment, contract negotiation, and service level expectations.
• Lead sourcing initiatives and contract administration activities.
• Monitor market conditions, pricing trends, and supply chain disruptions proactively.
• Partner with Operations, Finance, Sales, and executive leadership to forecast inventory requirements, optimize stock levels, and maintain business continuity.
• Analyze procurement and supply chain data to identify trends, reduce costs, and drive strategic decisions.
• Lead, develop, and build a high-performance procurement and purchasing team, establishing standards of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Benefits

• Competitive executive compensation package
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401K with company match
• Company-provided life insurance
• Company-provided short-term and long-term disability
• Direct access to executive and C-suite leadership
• A new function to define: strategy, team, systems, and standards are yours to build

What This Job Offers

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