Procurement Director

About the Role

We are seeking an accomplished Procurement Director to spearhead our procurement department with a strategic vision. This pivotal role involves formulating comprehensive procurement strategies, enhancing sourcing approaches, and fostering sustainable value across the enterprise. The successful candidate will collaborate extensively with executive leadership and multiple business units to elevate supplier management, increase operational efficiency, and support robust business growth.

Primary Responsibilities

• Craft and implement procurement strategies that align with company goals and growth initiatives.
• Drive procurement transformation projects aimed at enhancing cost control, supplier performance, and overall efficiency.
• Manage strategic sourcing processes including supplier evaluation, contract negotiation, and governance.
• Develop and sustain high-level relationships with key suppliers and strategic business partners.
• Establish organizational procurement policies, standards, and best practices.
• Oversee supplier performance monitoring, risk assessment, compliance adherence, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Lead cost reduction initiatives, spend analysis, and value creation through procurement excellence.
• Collaborate closely with finance on budgeting, forecasting, and financial monitoring related to spend management.
• Coordinate with operations, supply chain, and other business units to ensure procurement strategies support organizational objectives.
• Manage procurement technology infrastructure including analytics tools and digital platforms.
• Generate executive dashboards, reports, and strategic insights for senior leadership.
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and development for a high-performing procurement team across several functions.
• Encourage a culture that champions innovation, collaboration, accountability, and commercial excellence.

Candidate Requirements

• In-depth expertise in strategic procurement, including sourcing, supplier management, contract negotiation, and operational procurement management.
• Demonstrated leadership of procurement operations within complex or large-scale organizations.
• Exceptional leadership capabilities paired with strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Robust commercial insight with experience in budget management, cost optimization, and supplier strategy development.
• Background in developing procurement governance frameworks and driving operational improvements.
• Strong analytical skills, strategic approach, and sound decision-making ability.
• Familiarity with ERP systems, procurement software, spend analytics, and supplier management solutions.
• Knowledge of risk management, compliance, sustainability standards, and ethical sourcing practices.
• Ability to influence senior management and manage intricate commercial partnerships effectively.
• Proven leadership skills in building and nurturing high-performing teams.
• Exemplify professionalism, integrity, responsibility, and flexibility.
• Professional procurement certifications such as CIPS or equivalents are highly advantageous.
• Commitment to innovation, ongoing improvement, and delivering measurable business outcomes.

Executive Benefits

• A top-tier leadership position that enables influence over global procurement strategy and organizational success.
• Direct involvement with strategic sourcing, supplier relations, enterprise transformation, and major initiatives.
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement in executive leadership roles.
• Access to continuous professional development, executive coaching, and learning resources.
• Work within a dynamic, collaborative, and high-achieving executive team environment.
• Competitive executive remuneration package alongside comprehensive benefits.
• A corporate culture that values integrity, teamwork, innovation, and operational excellence.
• Chance to drive lasting organizational impact by revitalizing procurement operations and generating strategic value.