Director of Procurement Jobs

Explore Director of Procurement opportunities that match your experience leading sourcing, purchasing, supplier relationships, and strategic procurement programs. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including senior roles where procurement leaders can influence costs, resilience, quality, and business performance.

What Does a Director of Procurement Do?

A Director of Procurement develops and oversees an organization’s purchasing strategy. Responsibilities may include negotiating major contracts, managing supplier performance, setting procurement policies, improving processes, and partnering with finance, legal, operations, and business teams. The scope varies by employer, industry, and company size.

Skills and Qualifications Employers Seek

Employers commonly look for leadership experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or supply chain management; strong negotiation and analytical skills; and the ability to manage complex supplier networks. Knowledge of contract management, procurement systems, risk controls, and cost optimization can also be valuable. Some positions prefer a bachelor’s or advanced degree, relevant certifications, or experience in a specific industry.

Director of Procurement Salary and Career Opportunities

Compensation depends on factors such as location, industry, organization size, and the role’s level of responsibility. Director-level procurement positions can offer six-figure salaries, along with benefits and incentives that vary by employer. Use Ladders to explore vetted openings paying $100,000 or more and compare opportunities based on your experience and career goals.

Find Director of Procurement Jobs on Ladders

Search Director of Procurement jobs to discover roles in strategic sourcing, purchasing, supplier management, and procurement operations. Review each listing for its responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details, then pursue opportunities that align with your leadership background.

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$100K - $135K *

Unlock potential by managing complex cost management services for major corporate real estate projects. Support large-scale workplace developments, vendor negotiations, and financial reporting to deli...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Optimize program delivery by leading complex projects from proposal to execution. Drive cross-functional collaboration, manage budgets, and ensure customer commitments are met while mentoring junior p...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by managing diverse accounts across North America, fostering strong client relationships, and delivering tailored solutions. Shape business growth through strategic planning and be...

Ohio, USRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Champion our commissioning efforts by leading a dynamic team, managing project workflows, and driving innovative solutions in Life Science and Advanced Manufacturing. Collaborate across disciplines to...

North Carolina, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $125K *

Manage a team of medical writers to develop impactful scientific content, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Collaborate with clients and cross-functional teams to drive medical strategies and delivera...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $200K *

Drive enterprise sales growth by developing strategies, leading teams, and building relationships with key stakeholders. Oversee complex deal management and ensure alignment with customer needs to ach...

Ontario, CARemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$70K - $130K *

Shape the future of vendor management by overseeing supplier relationships, ensuring compliance, and driving process improvements. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance procurement practices and s...

Bentonville, ARRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$97K - $156K *

Elevate global tradeshow success by leading strategy, planning, and execution. Drive brand awareness and customer engagement while managing cross-functional partnerships and delivering measurable impa...

RemoteRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $150K *

Lead the Finance department, driving strategy and financial planning while overseeing all financial activities. Utilize modern technologies to enhance processes and reporting, guiding the organization...

Montreal, QCRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $150K *

Transform your career by driving financial strategy and analysis. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance decision-making, optimize reporting tools, and provide insights that shape key busi...

Hamilton, WARemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$115K - $140K *

Drive strategic growth by cultivating relationships with clients in AI and Technology sectors. Leverage consultative sales techniques to expand business opportunities and ensure high customer satisfac...

New York, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $150K *

Join a team that's driving strategic project execution and mentoring talent. Leverage advanced data analytics to build impactful dashboards and navigate stakeholder relationships, ensuring alignment w...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$145K - $170K *

Drive transformative Oracle Cloud P2P solutions for Higher Education, guiding teams and clients through strategic implementations while fostering a collaborative culture and mentoring junior staff to...

RemoteRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$280K - $311K *

Optimize safety evaluations within our Drug Safety team to drive innovative strategies for monitoring and managing clinical risks, ensuring compliance and maintaining high-quality standards in pharmac...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $148K *

Accelerate team performance and delivery by leading software engineers, fostering development, and enhancing organizational effectiveness in a dynamic, remote environment. Drive sustainable practices...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform automation capabilities by leading innovative engineering projects and collaborating across teams. Drive continuous improvement in operations and ensure regulatory compliance throughout proj...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$163K - $264K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead nonclinical formulation development, manage CROs and CDMOs, and drive innovative drug product strategies for clinical programs. Your expertise will shape the future of...

RemoteRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $200K *

Champion regulatory strategy and submissions for clinical-stage radiopharmaceutical programs. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure compliance and quality in regulatory communications, while leadin...

Cambridge, MARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Champion new sales opportunities by managing key accounts and building relationships. Drive growth through strategic sales initiatives and collaboration with technical teams to deliver tailored soluti...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Champion continuous process improvement and organizational redesign, providing expert analysis and guidance to enhance business processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement effectiv...

Texas, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by leading strategic sourcing for impactful health initiatives. Drive value through competitive sourcing processes, negotiate high-stakes contracts, and analyze market trends to op...

Livonia, MIRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K *

Elevate channel strategy and partner relationships to drive revenue growth, enhance market positioning, and ensure effective collaboration across teams, while managing negotiations and performance met...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$220K - $290K *

Accelerate the development of autonomous systems by leading systems engineering strategies, aligning cross-functional teams, and ensuring rigorous safety and performance standards throughout the produ...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$139K - $232K *

Drive strategic Quality oversight for CMC activities across the PET portfolio, ensuring compliance with cGMP and regulatory standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product integr...

Bedford, MARemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead the full lifecycle of contracts, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation. Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to draft, negotiate, and manage contracts effectively, while mainta...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Procurement do?question toggle

    A Director of Procurement leads purchasing strategy and processes, which may include sourcing, contract negotiation, supplier management, cost control, and collaboration with internal teams.

  • What qualifications are common for Director of Procurement jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often seek procurement or sourcing leadership experience, negotiation and analytical skills, and knowledge of supplier and contract management. A degree, certification, or industry-specific experience may be preferred.

  • How much do Directors of Procurement earn?question toggle

    Pay varies by employer, location, industry, and scope of responsibility. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; check individual listings for compensation details.

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    Browse Director of Procurement listings on Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more.