One of the nation's leading retail organizations is currently seeking a Director of Procurement to aid in the success of their growing team. This individual will have a focus most heavily on indirect procurement. This role is a pivotal and strategic position with exceptional growth opportunity within the organization.
Responsibilities:
Define, develop and execute procurement strategies to ensure cost-effectiveness, quality, and sustainability of materials and services.
Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders to understand business needs and ensure procurement aligns with organizational goals.
Establish strong supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, and monitor supplier performance.
Identify and implement process improvements and digital solutions to streamline procurement operations.
Monitor market trends and industry developments to identify potential opportunities and risks for the organization.
Work cross-functionally with other departments and executives within the company to execute short and long-term objectives
Build out procurement process and solutions
Key Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, or related field
10+ years Procurement experience
Ability to communicate with Global Suppliers
Proven experience building out procurement process
Proven leadership skills
Proven supplier relationship experience
Proven cross-functional experience
The ability to network effectively in the industry