About the role:The Director, Procurement is responsible for leading and overseeing all procurement activities across the company, ensuring efficient, standardized, and scalable processes that support operational excellence and long-term growth. As a senior leader, you will drive cost efficiency, strengthen supplier partnerships, and implement best-in-class procurement practices across all categories-parts, services, and indirect spend. You will also lead the design and optimization of procurement systems and workflows, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and compliance requirements. This position plays a critical role in enabling financial discipline, operational reliability, and business scalability.
What you'll do:Procurement Strategy & Governance- Own and manage the end-to-end procurement function across the company, including parts, services, indirect goods, and strategic vendor partnerships.
- Develop and implement a comprehensive company-wide procurement strategy aligned with corporate objectives.
- Establish procurement policies, governance frameworks, and compliance standards to ensure transparency and accountability.
- Partner with executive leadership to align procurement objectives with broader organizational strategy.
National Parts Strategy & Inventory Management- Establish national policies, processes, and KPIs for parts operations and inventory management.
- Develop and implement a national parts strategy to streamline purchasing, inventory control, and distribution across all locations.
- Collaborate with senior leadership to forecast parts demand and ensure sufficient stock levels without overcapitalizing inventory.
- Ensure optimal inventory levels and implement standardized practices for tracking, auditing, and replenishing stock.
- Oversee the development and rollout of inventory management systems and ensure proper staff training.
- Analyze inventory data across all facilities to identify trends, inefficiencies, or improvement opportunities.
Supplier & Vendor Management- Establish and manage national vendor relationships and negotiate pricing, terms, and service agreements for cost efficiency.
- Evaluate and onboard new suppliers, ensuring they meet quality and compliance standards.
- Identify and lead cost-saving initiatives, including supplier negotiations and bulk purchasing programs.
Cross-Functional Collaboration- Work closely with the Service, Sales, and Operations teams to align parts availability with service requirements.
- Collaborate with Finance to develop and manage parts budgets, ensuring compliance with financial targets.
- Build strong cross-functional partnerships with facility-level managers to ensure alignment and adherence to procurement policies and processes, without direct reporting responsibility.
Systems & Process Optimization- Lead the design, implementation, and optimization of procurement systems (ERP, MRP, P2P tools) and ensure seamless integration with finance, operations, and supply chain systems.
- Standardize procurement workflows, approval processes, and reporting mechanisms across all business units.
- Leverage data and analytics to drive decision-making, monitor supplier performance, and identify efficiency opportunities.
- Ensure effective training and change management to support the adoption of procurement systems and best practices.
Team Leadership & Development- Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing procurement team at the corporate level.
- Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement across the function.
- Provide mentorship and professional development opportunities to strengthen procurement expertise across the company.
Performance Reporting & Financial Management- Regularly monitor and report on key performance metrics (inventory turnover, parts availability, supplier performance, etc.).
- Present national-level performance reports and improvement plans to senior leadership.
- Collaborate with Finance to develop and manage company-wide procurement budgets.
- Track and report on procurement KPIs (e.g., spend under management, cost savings, supplier performance, compliance rates).
- Drive cost-optimization initiatives, including category management, strategic sourcing, and bulk purchasing programs.
- Ensure procurement practices contribute to improved profitability and operational resilience.
What we're looking for:- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, or related field.
- 15+ years of progressive experience in procurement, supply chain, or sourcing, with at least 10 years in a senior, multi-location leadership role.
- Proven expertise in procurement strategy, contract negotiation, vendor management, and cost optimization.
- Strong knowledge of procurement and inventory management systems (ERP/MRP/P2P platforms).
- Demonstrated success in implementing scalable procurement processes and leading system rollouts.
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to balance strategic vision with hands-on operational execution.
This role is based in Toronto/Mississauga and requires on-site presence -
remote candidates will not be considered.Why you'll love it at Clutch: - Be part of a disruptive, tech-driven company that is transforming the automotive industry - one of the largest and fastest-growing B2C startups in Canada.
- A unique opportunity to work at the center of the company, helping shape how Clutch communicates, operates, and executes as we scale.
- Freedom to innovate and ownership of your role - work on meaningful and challenging projects that have a direct impact on the business.
- Collaborate with a talented and passionate team in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
- Competitive pay and equity incentives.
- Comprehensive health and dental benefits.
- Opportunities for growth and development in a rapidly scaling company.
Compensation & Benefits:- Salary range: $170,000 - $200,000 (plus equity)
- Benefits: Comprehensive benefits plans include healthcare, dental care, vision care, prescriptions, life insurance and dependent coverage; start from day 1.
- Pay decisions reflect objective criteria: skills, performance, market benchmarking, responsibilities and working conditions.
We use AI-assisted tools to help screen and assess applications. Final hiring decisions are made by our team.
