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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$128K - $192K *

Provide your expertise in digital procurement as a Senior Manager, leading technology deployment, enhancements, and analytics. Drive efficiency and compliance by overseeing procurement platforms and f...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$125K - $160K *

Manage strategic procurement efforts for diverse project contracts, ensuring compliance with regulations and industry best practices while collaborating with cross-departmental teams to meet program g...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$70K - $130K *

Transform supplier quality management through audits, inspections, and collaboration. Lead initiatives for compliance and defect resolution within a dynamic engineering environment, supporting F-35 Tr...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Drive on-time material procurement and outside processing services while optimizing inventory and negotiating competitive strategies for the business unit. Collaborate across teams to ensure timely de...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$72K - $134K *

Unlock potential by serving as a strategic liaison between program teams and supply chain management, ensuring optimal procurement strategies and performance monitoring to meet program requirements ef...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$72K - $134K *

Shape the future of supply chain management by driving strategic initiatives, enhancing program performance, and fostering supplier relationships to meet organizational goals and optimize procurement...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$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...

1 month 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...

3 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

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's driving sourcing excellence in a dynamic environment. You'll manage supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, and collaborate across functions to enhance product development and...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$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...

2 weeks 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...

1 week 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 6 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 6 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

2 days ago

  •   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

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.