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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$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

$105K - $125K *

Take ownership of safety initiatives across multiple construction sites, ensuring compliance and fostering a culture of safety. Collaborate with teams to educate and implement best practices while con...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$153K - $200K *

Lead the charge in shaping corporate communications and brand strategy, enhancing market presence and credibility. Collaborate with executives and teams to amplify messaging and drive impactful initia...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$225K - $270K *

Lead the charge in Workforce Transformation by measuring AI’s impact, redesigning roles, and shaping skills for the future. Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to anticipate workforce needs and...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Elevate your career by leading the strategy and delivery of a robust Salesforce ecosystem, driving business impact through innovative solutions and team development in a dynamic, global environment...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$207K - $277K *

Lead the charge in enhancing global ERP delivery excellence, driving governance, quality, and continuous improvement across teams. Foster collaboration and optimize resource utilization to ensure pred...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Advance sales initiatives in the ultra-pure water sector, engaging with engineering firms and clients. Drive revenue growth through strong client relations, technical expertise, and innovative solutio...

Knoxville, TNRemote

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$213K - $243K *

Champion the development of a robust commercial data strategy, ensuring high-quality, AI-ready data solutions that drive impactful decision-making and enhance commercial performance across the organiz...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in scaling enterprise automation solutions, driving revenue growth and building strategic relationships within the industrial sector. Inspire your team to exceed ambitious targets whil...

Austin, TXRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$97K - $156K *

Join us to lead the strategic development and implementation of global security and emergency preparedness programs, ensuring the safety of employees and assets while enhancing organizational resilien...

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3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$82K - $97K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance client interactions and drive sales support. Leverage your logistics expertise to identify growth opportunities and streamline operations, ensuring exceptional service a...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in driving operational excellence and team development within Finance Business Services. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance processes, ensure compliance, and deliver exceptional...

Georgia, USRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$131K - $243K *

Join a team that's driving sustainment transformation and adoption across programs. As a Project Engineer Staff, you'll lead initiatives, coordinate projects, and enhance processes to ensure successfu...

Florida, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$190K - $275K *

Elevate technical excellence as the Chief Engineer, guiding multidisciplinary teams to ensure mission success through robust architecture, requirements management, and strategic decision-making in com...

Huntsville, ALRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$157K - $298K *

Lead and inspire a global team of Proposal Managers to enhance proposal quality and efficiency. Drive process harmonization and strategic alignment while collaborating across functions to deliver time...

North Carolina, USRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$132K - $199K *

Join a team that's committed to transparency in clinical trials, ensuring compliance with global disclosure regulations. This role blends operational and strategic tasks, fostering collaboration and q...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$137K - $195K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in the biopharmaceutical sector, managing strategic sales initiatives within a defined territory to enhance customer relationships and deliver advanced engineerin...

North Carolina, USRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Drive strategic facility closure projects, ensuring compliance and financial oversight while fostering team collaboration and innovative solutions within environmental regulations...

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Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$135K - $150K *

Advance your career by leading complex enterprise implementations, driving customer adoption, and ensuring measurable value realization. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to operationalize solut...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead complex, cross-functional marketing initiatives from planning to execution, driving accountability and collaboration across teams while enhancing project management processes and methodologies fo...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform your career by driving new business growth in enterprise accounts. Leverage your expertise in IT sales to identify key opportunities, build trusted relationships, and deliver strategic solut...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$77K - $124K *

Champion financial excellence by leading FP&A cycles, driving insightful reporting, and fostering collaboration across teams to enhance performance in the Seasonal & Specialty Distribution segment. Yo...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$178K - $294K *

Join a team that's redefining data engineering and analytics. Lead strategy, architecture, and execution of scalable data solutions while mentoring professionals and driving business outcomes through...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $135K *

Innovate and lead client engagements, driving strategic insights and integrated solutions in a fast-paced healthcare environment while mentoring cross-functional teams towards operational excellence a...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.