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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$105K - $196K *

Empower your career by managing end-to-end contracting processes for key accounts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to draft and negotiate pharmaceutical contracts, ensuring compliance and stra...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$93K - $150K *

Join a team that's driving supplier innovation and product excellence. Harness your expertise in procurement and sourcing to optimize new product development and enhance cost, quality, and risk manage...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $105K *

Drive effective procurement and contracting processes to ensure timely availability of goods and services while adhering to regulations and enhancing operational efficiency across the agency's initiat...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$280K - $300K *

Optimize clinical supply strategies and operations for transformative therapies. Lead a dynamic team, manage global partnerships, and ensure timely delivery of investigational products across multiple...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$280K - $300K *

Transform clinical supply management by leading strategy and execution for biologics programs. Drive team growth, ensure timely product delivery, and collaborate cross-functionally to meet ambitious c...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$280K - $300K *

Drive clinical supply strategy and execution for transformative therapies, leading a global team to ensure timely delivery of investigational products across multi-country studies, while collaborating...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$280K - $300K *

Join a dynamic team to lead clinical supply strategy and execution for transformative therapies. Shape and scale the Clinical Supply Management function, ensuring timely delivery of investigational pr...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$280K - $300K *

Shape the future of clinical supply management by leading strategy and execution for transformative therapies. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure timely delivery of investigational products, whi...

Boston, MARemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Pioneer the design execution strategy for a large-scale semiconductor facility, coordinating multidisciplinary teams to meet operational requirements and ensure project milestones are achieved efficie...

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Transform procurement strategies to enhance profitability and ensure a reliable supply chain. Lead complex projects, manage supplier relationships, and guide a team to achieve organizational goals eff...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Empower our procurement team to enhance supply chain efficiency and profitability. Lead complex projects, negotiate contracts, and develop strategies that align with organizational goals, ensuring qua...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's driving procurement excellence, enhancing profitability, and securing a robust supply chain. Your expertise will be vital in managing complex projects and guiding a dedicated procur...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Lead the development and execution of procurement strategies to enhance profitability and secure a reliable supply chain, while managing complex projects and guiding a team of procurement professional...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Elevate procurement practices by leading complex projects, enhancing profitability, and securing a reliable supply chain. Your expertise will be vital in driving strategic sourcing and supplier manage...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in optimizing procurement strategies to enhance profitability and ensure a reliable supply chain. Collaborate with a team to manage complex projects, driving results and fostering supp...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Transform procurement practices by leading complex projects, enhancing profitability, and securing a reliable supply chain. Your expertise will be vital in driving strategic sourcing and supplier mana...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Make your mark at the forefront of procurement excellence, driving strategic initiatives and managing complex projects to enhance supply chain agility and profitability, while leading a team of dedica...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Unlock your potential in procurement by leading strategic initiatives that enhance supply chain efficiency and profitability. Drive complex projects, mentor a skilled team, and ensure alignment with o...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$92K - $110K *

Elevate procurement excellence by leading complex projects, enhancing profitability, and securing a robust supply chain. Your strategic vision will drive cost-effective solutions and foster supplier d...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Transform supplier relationships and drive procurement excellence in a dynamic aerospace environment. Ensure timely material delivery, manage purchase orders, and enhance supplier performance while fo...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $110K *

Champion the development of sourcing strategies for procurement needs, managing supplier performance and contract compliance. Lead cross-functional teams to achieve category management objectives whil...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $190K *

Lead the transformation of an integrated supply chain ecosystem, balancing service, inventory, and cost. Drive performance through effective governance and strategic decision-making, supporting scalab...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$125K - $150K *

Lead transformational production operations to exceed performance metrics through innovative strategies, including Lean principles and AI tools. Own safety, quality, and profitability across multiple...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$250K - $300K *

Lead the transformation of supply chain operations and strategies, evolving the S2P model to enhance efficiency and governance. Collaborate across teams to ensure alignment and drive impactful initiat...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$250K - $300K *

Lead strategic supply chain initiatives, aligning current operations with future transformation to enhance procurement efficiency and drive organizational excellence across cross-functional teams...

San Francisco, CARemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.