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Head of PurchasingCLM Search • Kentucky, United States, United States
Head of Purchasing

Head of Purchasing

CLM Search • Kentucky, United States, United States
19 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Title : Head of Purchasing – Americas

Location : Kentucky, USA (On-site, Regional Scope)

About the Client and role :

Join a fast-growing Tier 1 automotive supplier currently accelerating toward multiple billions through major positive transformation. The company is strengthening its presence across the Americas and building a more localized, agile, and competitive supply base - and this newly created Head of Purchasing – Americas role sits at the heart of that strategy.

You’ll reinvent processes, upgrade suppliers, drive performance, and lead a purchasing function that touches direct & indirect, strategic & operational, and series & program spending.

We’ve already placed multiple leaders into this organization - and they’re thriving. It’s a company where growth is real, mobility is encouraged, and high performers move quickly.

Key Responsibilities :

Full responsibility of all purchasing activities across the Americas region.

Develop and execute the purchasing strategy for Americas region.

Establish and manage a local supplier base for key commodities.

Lead supplier negotiations, performance management, and cost optimization initiatives.

Lead the transformation of the purchasing unit.

Ideal Candidate Profile :

Automotive Tier 1 background with proven experience in strategic purchasing.

Experience with localizing suppliers across Americas.

Excellent leadership and relationship-building skills.

A communicative, energetic, and passionate leader who thrives in a dynamic, growth-oriented environment.

We understand that it’s unusual for this position to be based outside of Michigan. However, if you have Tier 1 automotive experience and are ready to take the next step in your purchasing career-leading a high-impact function within a successful Tier 1 supplier-we’d love to hear from you!

📩 Apply now and help shape the future of automotive excellence in America.

Due to this being a confidential search, you will be required to sign an NDA before we discuss the role in any more detail.

About CLM

At CLM, we specialise in executive search across manufacturing, energy and technology. With decades of international experience building leadership teams, we’re committed to delivering a search experience that puts people first - for both our candidates and our clients.

Unfortunately, due to the high level of applications, we are not physically able to get back to every candidate that applies. Please follow our CLM LinkedIn Page for regular job updates and we hope to support you with your next venture.

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