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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$90K - $110K *

Take ownership of supplier relationships and procurement strategies to enhance manufacturing capabilities. Collaborate across teams to ensure effective sourcing, equipment acquisition, and supply chai...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of procurement and supply chain by providing strategic legal support, negotiating complex agreements, and collaborating with senior management and stakeholders to drive timely resolut...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $181K *

Unlock your potential by leading strategic sourcing initiatives across multiple sites, optimizing cost, quality, and delivery. Collaborate with engineering and operations to align supplier capabilitie...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $105K *

Lead and optimize supply chain operations, ensuring timely procurement, inventory management, and logistics to support production goals while driving continuous improvement and supplier performance...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Lead a dynamic procurement team to optimize sourcing strategies, manage supplier relationships, and drive cost efficiencies while ensuring quality and compliance with company policies and industry sta...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Drive strategic procurement initiatives in rail logistics, optimizing networks and reducing costs. Collaborate with Class I railroads to enhance service delivery and market expansion while providing a...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Champion the procurement process, ensuring timely and cost-effective acquisition of materials and services. Enhance project success through strategic planning, negotiation, and team management while m...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $110K *

Grow your career with a leadership role overseeing supply planning, ensuring that client demands align with production capabilities while managing key supplier relationships and driving process improv...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive procurement strategies, manage complex negotiations, and ensure compliance while mitigating risks. This role demands strategic thinking and effective c...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Transform your career by managing the Paper & Printed Materials category, driving sourcing strategies, supplier partnerships, and sustainability initiatives to ensure supply continuity and cost effici...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$92K - $158K *

Lead the sourcing process for complex projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop strategies that minimize risks and enhance competitiveness. Drive negotiations and manage procureme...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$92K - $158K *

Lead the charge in sourcing for complex projects, collaborating with teams to develop strategies that enhance competitiveness and minimize risks. This role offers a unique opportunity to impact projec...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $125K *

Drive procurement excellence by linking engineering needs with supplier capabilities, ensuring compliance and quality in aerospace sourcing while managing end-to-end processes for high-reliability har...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Unlock operational excellence as you drive business transformation and process improvements across the enterprise. Collaborate with stakeholders to leverage data insights and enhance efficiency in Glo...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$83K *

Drive supply chain efficiency and compliance in pharmaceutical manufacturing. Oversee logistics operations, develop strategies, manage vendor relations, and lead a talented team to optimize costs and...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $172K *

Empower the future of procurement by shaping strategic sourcing initiatives, driving cross-functional partnerships, and optimizing supply chain effectiveness to deliver sustainable materials across di...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading cross-functional teams to source and industrialize innovative products, ensuring quality and sustainability while managing supplier relationships and driving cost optimizat...

Longueuil, QCIn-Person

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Champion the procurement lifecycle for critical Owner Furnished Equipment on a groundbreaking power generation project. Drive strategy, manage logistics, and ensure timely delivery of high-value equip...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $150K *

Deliver strategic leadership for a centralized partner data management system, ensuring alignment with business priorities and enhancing user experience. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to dri...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead procurement initiatives by negotiating contracts, evaluating suppliers, and executing sourcing strategies. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and optimize purchasing operations for inter...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $155K *

Elevate supply chain strategies by leading sourcing initiatives for network infrastructure. Collaborate with engineering and operations to ensure cost-effective, resilient supplier partnerships while...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Drive sourcing strategies for network infrastructure, ensuring supply continuity and cost efficiency. Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to enhance supplier relationships and mitigate r...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$136K - $160K *

Drive global procurement strategies and foster client relationships while overseeing multi-regional teams. Lead sourcing initiatives, ensure compliance, and deliver measurable value aligned with clien...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Lead procurement operations to drive strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, and team development. Collaborate across functions to enhance processes and deliver measurable business impact in a dyna...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$95K - $115K *

Lead strategic sourcing initiatives for engineered gas solutions, ensuring compliance, cost-effectiveness, and supplier performance. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize project delivery and man...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 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.