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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$78K - $145K *

Take ownership of vendor relationships and contracts, ensuring compliance and performance across multiple service categories. Collaborate with teams to drive risk assessments, negotiations, and contin...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$156K *

Join a team that's dedicated to executing project activities within the Procure-to-Pay (P2P) Workstream. This role ensures visibility and tracking of project commitments, facilitating collaboration to...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in optimizing production planning and inventory management across multiple locations, ensuring alignment with customer demand and manufacturing capacity in a dynamic manufacturing envi...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$155K - $205K *

Champion process excellence by optimizing workflows and driving cross-functional improvements. Collaborate with teams to enhance operational efficiency, reduce costs, and elevate service quality throu...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Lead the end-to-end repair and overhaul value stream, driving operational excellence and expanding capabilities to meet current and future program needs while ensuring compliance and quality standards...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's driving sourcing strategy and execution for key product categories. This role focuses on supplier management, cost optimization, and cross-functional collaboration to enhance produc...

2 days ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic calibration and repair laboratory, ensuring operational excellence and customer satisfaction while managing budgets, staff, and complex technical challenges...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to excellence in calibration and repair operations. Lead day-to-day lab activities, manage budgets, and drive efficiency while ensuring top-notch customer service and tech...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Manage day-to-day operations of a calibration lab, ensuring customer satisfaction and financial objectives are met. Lead technical staff, oversee quality standards, and drive process efficiency while...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $140K *

Lead the charge in optimizing our supply chain by managing procurement and supplier relationships for solar components, ensuring quality and cost efficiency while collaborating across teams to meet cr...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$142K - $148K *

Lead the charge in global finance operations, overseeing budgeting, forecasting, and cost accounting. Partner with leadership to drive financial discipline and operational excellence across manufactur...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's driving operational excellence in supply chain management. Lead planning, materials, inventory, and warehouse operations in a dynamic food manufacturing environment, ensuring seamle...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$96K - $137K *

Explore a pivotal role in overseeing clinical trial supply chain operations, ensuring timely delivery of investigational products while maintaining compliance with regulatory standards. Collaborate wi...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by driving financial performance for manufacturing operations. You'll analyze detailed financial reports, manage budget processes, and optimize cost efficiency while collaborating...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $165K *

Drive transformative sourcing strategies that enhance business value and supplier relationships while supporting organizational objectives. Collaborate across functions to optimize procurement process...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $165K *

Optimize sourcing strategies by collaborating across teams, managing supplier relationships, and driving enterprise-wide cost-saving initiatives while ensuring alignment with business objectives and i...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$108K - $139K *

Engage in strategic sourcing for mechanical commodities, optimizing cost and quality. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure supply continuity and support new product development while mana...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $135K *

Join a dynamic team to lead supplier readiness and development initiatives, ensuring successful program launches and operational excellence in the electric vehicle sector. Drive continuous improvement...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $135K *

Drive supplier readiness and development initiatives, ensuring successful program launches through expert assessments, risk management, and cross-functional collaboration. Lead complex activities from...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$102K - $180K *

Drive supplier strategy and growth globally, fostering relationships and executing plans to maximize revenue and market share across the IP&E portfolio. Lead regional teams and optimize operational ex...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join our team to lead vendor control initiatives, ensuring compliance and superior service. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive effective vendor management strategies and support operatio...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$84K - $141K *

Lead the charge in procurement for solar and storage projects, collaborating with engineering and project management teams to ensure timely acquisition of major equipment and materials, while managing...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $185K *

Transform strategic sourcing for HR and Benefits, leading complex engagements and driving cost savings while ensuring high supplier performance and stakeholder satisfaction across diverse client needs...

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3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Lead legal support for midstream operations and energy transition projects. Collaborate with internal teams on procurement, contract negotiation, compliance, and risk management to enhance operational...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $150K *

Champion legal excellence by supporting procurement and project operations, ensuring compliance, and enhancing contract management processes. Collaborate with diverse teams to navigate complex agreeme...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.

  • Where can I find Director of Procurement jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Director of Procurement listings on Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more.