About the Organisation

We are an organisation operating across multiple business functions with a strong focus on supply chain, vendor partnerships, and operational efficiency. Our procurement activities support technology infrastructure, services, operational resources, and strategic sourcing needs across various internal teams.

Procurement plays a significant role in ensuring reliable supply, responsible cost management, and strong vendor relationships. Our approach emphasises transparency, structured processes, long-term planning, and collaboration across departments.

The Director of Procurement will lead sourcing strategy, supplier evaluation, contract management, and category planning for the organisation. This leadership role requires strong analytical ability, operational discipline, and the capability to work effectively with stakeholders across Technology, Operations, Finance, and Executive teams.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee procurement activities across multiple categories, ensuring alignment with organisational needs and goals.

• Develop sourcing strategies that support cost effectiveness, operational reliability, and supplier performance.

• Lead supplier evaluation, negotiations, contract development, and ongoing supplier relationship management.

• Create procurement policies, processes, and governance frameworks to ensure consistency and compliance.

• Coordinate with Finance on forecasting, budgeting, and spend analysis.

• Identify opportunities to consolidate suppliers, improve terms, and streamline purchasing methods.

• Support category planning, market research, and contract lifecycle management.

• Maintain procurement dashboards, reporting structures, and performance metrics.

• Collaborate closely with Technology, Operations, Legal, and HR to align procurement decisions with organisational priorities.

• Provide guidance to procurement teams and support development of capabilities within the department.

Job Qualifications and Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, Supply Chain, or related fields.

• Experience managing procurement operations in medium-to-large organisations.

• Strong understanding of supplier negotiation, contract structures, and procurement governance.

• Familiarity with procurement tools, spend analytics, and category management practices.

• Ability to coordinate with internal stakeholders across technical and business environments.

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced training or professional certifications (CIPS, CPSM, etc.) are beneficial.

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Personal Capabilities and Qualifications

• Strategic thinker with the ability to balance long-term planning and day-to-day execution.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on data-informed decisions.

• Clear communicator able to collaborate effectively across multiple teams.

• Highly organised and adaptable, capable of managing multiple sourcing initiatives simultaneously.

• Negotiation skills supported by a practical and structured approach.

• Leadership style that promotes teamwork, clarity, and accountability.

Strategic Support

• Partner with senior leadership to align procurement initiatives with organisational strategy.

• Provide insights into cost trends, market conditions, and supplier performance.

• Support planning cycles by identifying sourcing opportunities and long-range procurement needs.

• Contribute to cross-functional programmes focused on operational improvement and risk reduction.

Working Conditions

• Fully remote role within the United States.

• Occasional travel for supplier meetings, workshops, or team sessions when required.

• Coordination across multiple departments and locations may be necessary.

Job Function

• Lead Procurement operations with a focus on cost optimisation, vendor performance, and process governance.

• Manage sourcing strategies, category planning, and contract negotiations.

• Ensure consistent standards and strategic alignment across all procurement activities.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $169,000 – $225,000

• Annual performance-based bonus

• Comprehensive benefits package including:

  • Health & wellbeing support

  • Retirement plan participation

  • Paid leave

  • Professional development resources

  • Remote-work technology allowance

  • Employee support and assistance programmes

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to shape procurement direction within a large, multi-functional organisation.

• Strategic role with influence across operations, finance, and technology teams.

• Remote-first workplace offering strong flexibility.

• Environment focused on transparency, structured decision-making, and sustainable procurement practices.

• Career growth opportunities within supply chain, operations leadership, or enterprise management.