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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$175K - $250K *

Join a team that's redefining commercial construction operations. Lead multiple fast-track projects, drive accountability, and ensure successful execution while shaping the future of our operational p...

1 week ago

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

$175K - $200K *

Empower our supply chain and operations to drive growth and efficiency. Lead strategy, manage supplier relationships, and ensure operational excellence in a high-growth medical device environment. Joi...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$115K - $125K *

Lead and optimize inbound logistics operations, ensuring timely deliveries and cost control. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance shipment visibility and resolve issues, while developing...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Transform large-scale Data Center projects by leading cross-functional teams, ensuring safety, cost efficiency, and timely delivery while maintaining accountability for overall project performance and...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in integrated planning, aligning demand, supply, and inventory with business strategy. Collaborate across functions to optimize inventory, enhance planning capabilities, and support ex...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Drive the integrated planning process, aligning demand, inventory, and supply with business strategy. Collaborate across functions to optimize inventory, enhance planning capabilities, and support exe...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Lead integrated planning initiatives to align demand, supply, and inventory with business strategy, driving optimization and supporting executive decisions for enhanced profitability and customer serv...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$77K - $124K *

Transform procurement processes by leading systems execution and analytics. Drive strategy into action, ensuring reliable data and seamless integrations while collaborating across teams to enhance ope...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by leading strategic sourcing initiatives across diverse indirect spend categories. Drive cost reduction and supplier performance while collaborating with cross-functional teams...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Advance strategic sourcing initiatives that enhance supplier performance, reduce costs, and support business growth. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive value and operational excellence while mana...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Empower teams by leading the Global Business Value Engineering practice, driving excellence across functions, and optimizing strategies for customer success. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance m...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Champion the evolution of Business Value Engineering by leading a global team, optimizing practices, and driving strategic initiatives across sales and customer engagement to enhance operational succe...

Itasca, ILRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $112K *

Advance procurement strategies for automotive software and components. Lead cost analyses, negotiate contracts, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to support innovative projects in electric v...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $112K *

Optimize procurement strategies for automotive software and components, leading cost analyses and contract negotiations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support innovative projects in auton...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Unlock your potential by developing strategic sourcing strategies, negotiating supplier agreements, and ensuring a competitive supply base in a dynamic aerospace and defense environment. Collaborate c...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Develop and execute strategic sourcing strategies to optimize procurement processes, ensuring a reliable supply base for aerospace and defense programs while driving cost reduction and risk mitigation...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Drive operational excellence at a leading healthcare organization by leading funded medical accounts receivable. Build a high-performing collections team, enhance cash flow, and ensure compliance whil...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead the procurement strategy for complex projects, ensuring alignment with project goals and optimizing costs, schedule, and quality throughout the project lifecycle. Drive collaboration and implemen...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$127K - $204K *

Transform sourcing strategies by overseeing global supplier relationships, driving cost savings, and delivering innovative solutions in professional services. Collaborate with leadership to shape and...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in driving operational excellence across multiple U.S. plants, implementing strategic initiatives to enhance productivity and profitability while fostering a culture of continuous impr...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$160K - $190K *

Champion operational excellence across multiple U.S. plants, driving growth and efficiency. Lead strategic initiatives, enhance team performance, and implement continuous improvement methodologies to...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Lead and enhance supply chain processes by guiding a high-performing team in capacity planning, scheduling, and inventory management. Partner to align production with business objectives and develop e...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Shape the future of sea freight procurement by managing global carrier relationships, optimizing pricing strategies, and ensuring operational excellence across trade lanes to drive competitive advanta...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$140K - $175K *

Shape the future of global Procure-to-Pay strategies, leading a diverse team to optimize financial operations while ensuring compliance and fostering collaboration across regional and global stakehold...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$140K - $175K *

Lead and optimize global Procure-to-Pay operations while ensuring process excellence across multiple regions. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders and drive continuous improvement in financial operat...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

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.