Director of Procurement

Position Summary

The Director of Procurement is hands-on role with accountabilities focusing on price negotiation, supplier relationships, procurement process management along with coordinating with sales regarding forecasting demand. The Director builds scalable procurement processes, drives cost optimization, and partners closely with operational leaders across the hub to maintain uninterrupted supply flow.1. Strategy and Planning

• Define the purchasing/procurement strategy aligned with overall company goals.
• Establish policies for sourcing, supplier management, and risk mitigation.
• Oversee the purchasing budget and ensure financial compliance.
• Plan for supply chain optimization, focusing on efficiency, cost reduction, and quality.

2. Supplier Management

• Select and evaluate strategic suppliers.
• Negotiate high-value contracts and framework agreements.
• Implement supplier development programs to ensure innovation and sustainability.
• Monitor supplier performance and track strategic KPIs.

3. Leadership and Team Management

• Supervise purchasing managers and team leads, ensuring policies are executed effectively.
• Develop and mentor talent within the procurement team.
• Promote a culture of efficiency, ethics, and transparency.

4. Innovation and Continuous Improvement

• Introduce procurement technologies: ERP systems, e-procurement, data analytics.
• Implement sustainable and responsible sourcing processes.
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction and process optimization.

5. Reporting and Corporate Relations

• Report directly to CEO or executive management on results, risks, and opportunities in procurement.
• Collaborate with other strategic departments: finance, production, logistics, and quality.
• Represent the company in international negotiations or with key global suppliers.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Pharmacy Operations, or related field required; advanced degree preferred.
• 7+ years of experience in procurement, supply chain, or pharmacy operations, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Experience in pharmacy hubs, healthcare supply chains, or high-volume fulfillment environments strongly preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Experience working in pharmaceutical, cosmetic, chemical, food, automotive production industry.
• Experience managing purchasing for a $100M+ organization is highly desirable
• Demonstrated success in contract negotiation, vendor management, and cost-containment strategies.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and financial management skills.
• Strong leadership presence with the ability to influence cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.