Vice President - Strategic Sourcing

Premier Trailer Leasing•Plano, TX

About The Position

Premier Trailer Leasing is seeking a forward-thinking and dynamic Vice President – Strategic Sourcing to lead their enterprise-wide sourcing, procurement, and supplier management strategy. This executive leadership role is crucial for supporting fleet growth, operational excellence, and long-term shareholder value. The Vice President will oversee sourcing for a wide range of categories including trailers, refrigeration units, parts, maintenance services, transportation vendors, technology, facilities, and other critical operational needs. The position involves cultivating strategic supplier partnerships, negotiating complex agreements, identifying cost optimization and innovation opportunities, and ensuring a resilient, cost-effective supply chain. This role requires close collaboration with Executive Leadership, Finance, Fleet Management, Operations, RoadCARE, Maintenance, Real Estate, IT, and Legal to align sourcing strategies with corporate objectives and asset lifecycle management. The ideal candidate will drive continuous improvement, strengthen supplier performance, mitigate supply chain risk, and foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and operational excellence.

Requirements

Deep expertise in strategic sourcing, procurement strategy, and supplier relationship management.
Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
Financial and analytical acumen related to cost modeling and procurement ROI.
Experience managing complex supply chains and vendor networks.
Strong leadership and team development capability.
Ability to influence senior leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.
Strategic thinking combined with operational execution discipline.
Executive presence with exceptional communication and presentation skills.
Strong business acumen and financial modeling capabilities.
Demonstrated ability to lead organizational change.
Proven ability to influence executive stakeholders and build consensus.
Experience leading enterprise-wide transformation initiatives.
Ability to make sound decisions in a fast-paced, evolving business environment.
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Finance, Engineering, or related field required.
12+ years progressive experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or supply chain leadership.
7+ years of leadership experience managing sourcing or procurement teams.
Demonstrated success managing large supplier portfolios and negotiating enterprise contracts.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suites - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.
Intermediate Excel knowledge.

Nice To Haves

MBA or certification as a Certified Professional in Supply Management preferred.
Experience in transportation, logistics, fleet services, manufacturing, equipment leasing, or industrial operations preferred.
Great Plains (GP) experience.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute a comprehensive strategic sourcing and procurement strategy aligned with corporate growth, operational priorities, and financial goals.
Identify opportunities for cost optimization, supplier consolidation, and long-term value creation.
Establish sourcing governance, policies, and procurement standards across the organization.
Lead cross-functional sourcing initiatives to improve supplier performance, reduce risk, and optimize cost structures.
Develop a multi-year sourcing roadmap that supports Premier's strategic growth initiatives.
Benchmark sourcing practices against industry leaders and implement best-in-class procurement strategies.
Serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership on sourcing strategy, supplier markets, and capital procurement decisions.
Build and maintain strategic relationships with key suppliers including: Trailer manufacturers, Refrigeration unit providers, Trailer parts and component suppliers, Maintenance and roadside service vendors, Transportation and logistics providers, Technology and equipment vendors.
Lead negotiation of enterprise supply agreements, service contracts, and pricing frameworks.
Develop supplier performance scorecards to ensure quality, service, and cost targets are consistently achieved.
Evaluate supplier financial stability, operational capabilities, and long-term partnership potential.
Lead executive business reviews with key strategic suppliers.
Drive supplier innovation initiatives that improve service, quality, technology adoption, and operational efficiencies.
Partner with Management and Operations teams to source trailers, components, and parts required for fleet acquisition, maintenance, and lifecycle management.
Support procurement strategies for both dry vans and refrigerated trailer assets.
Ensure reliable supply of parts and materials necessary for maintenance and repair operations across branch locations.
Collaborate with RoadCARE and maintenance leadership to ensure vendor networks meet service quality and coverage requirements.
Collaborate with Fleet leadership on long-term fleet replacement strategies and equipment specifications.
Identify opportunities to reduce total cost of ownership throughout the trailer lifecycle.
Lead negotiations for high-value supplier contracts and capital procurement initiatives.
Establish pricing models, rebate programs, and long-term purchasing agreements that improve total cost of ownership.
Partner with Finance to analyze sourcing ROI, supplier cost trends, and savings opportunities.
Ensure all contracts meet legal, compliance, and risk management standards.
Develop enterprise purchasing strategies that maximize purchasing leverage across all business units.
Monitor commodity market trends and proactively recommend sourcing strategies to minimize financial exposure.
Identify and mitigate supply chain risks related to vendor dependency, pricing volatility, and supply disruptions.
Ensure procurement practices align with company compliance standards and regulatory requirements.
Establish contingency sourcing plans for critical components and equipment.
Work closely with Operations, Maintenance, IT, Real Estate, and Finance teams to support sourcing needs across the enterprise.
Align procurement strategies with fleet growth plans and geographic expansion initiatives.
Support new facility openings and operational initiatives through vendor sourcing and procurement coordination.
Build and lead a high-performing strategic sourcing and procurement team.
Develop procurement talent through training, mentorship, and professional development.
Establish clear performance metrics and accountability within the sourcing department.
Promote a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Build succession plans and leadership development strategies within the Strategic Sourcing organization.
Champion cross-functional collaboration and continuous improvement throughout the procurement lifecycle.