Explore Procurement Director Jobs

Procurement Directors shape how organizations source goods and services, manage supplier relationships, and control costs. They set procurement strategy, lead teams, and partner with executives across finance, operations, legal, and business units to ensure purchasing supports organizational goals. Explore vetted Procurement Director opportunities paying $100,000 or more on Ladders.

What Does a Procurement Director Do?

Procurement Directors oversee purchasing and sourcing programs from strategy through execution. Depending on the organization, their responsibilities may include negotiating major contracts, evaluating suppliers, improving procurement processes, managing budgets and risk, and ensuring compliance with internal policies and regulations. They often use spend data and market insights to identify savings, strengthen supply continuity, and improve supplier performance.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek senior procurement experience, strong negotiation and contract-management skills, and the ability to lead teams and influence stakeholders. Helpful strengths include strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, category management, financial analysis, risk assessment, and familiarity with procurement systems and data analytics. Requirements vary by industry and employer; some roles may prefer a relevant degree, professional certification, or experience with global supply chains.

Career Opportunities for Procurement Leaders

Procurement Directors work across industries such as manufacturing, healthcare, technology, retail, financial services, and government contracting. The scope of a role can range from leading a specialized category or regional function to directing enterprise-wide procurement. With experience, professionals may advance to vice president of procurement, chief procurement officer, or broader operations and supply chain leadership roles.

Find Procurement Director Jobs on Ladders

Browse Procurement Director openings on Ladders to discover vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare responsibilities, qualifications, and workplace details to identify roles that fit your leadership experience and career goals.

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$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...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$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...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of major infrastructure pursuit lifecycles, leading bid strategies, coordinating teams, and delivering compelling proposals. Contribute to the continuous improvement of bid processes an...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$115K - $160K *

Lead the charge in developing and executing category sourcing strategies, optimizing supplier relationships, and driving cost savings for North America Customer Fulfillment Procurement. Collaborate ac...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $140K *

Shape federal contracting strategy and drive business growth by leading competitive bids, strengthening government relationships, and aligning operational capabilities to meet security requirements ac...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $125K *

Unlock the potential of supply chain operations by managing procurement tasks, tracking orders, and ensuring timely material delivery. Collaborate with teams to enhance workflows and support productio...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $140K *

Drive supply chain excellence across multiple polymer sites, overseeing purchasing, inventory, and supplier management. Lead a team to optimize operations, enhance performance, and align strategies wi...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance supply chain efficiency for defense technology. Lead sourcing, planning, and supplier performance initiatives while collaborating across departments to ensure high-rate...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Drive success by leading global procurement efforts for pre-operational projects, collaborating across disciplines to ensure timely vendor relationships and supply agreements, while identifying cost-e...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $110K *

Elevate your career by overseeing end-to-end supply chain activities, ensuring timely delivery of materials and services. Lead a project-focused procurement team, develop strategies, and drive sustain...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$145K - $188K *

Manage end-to-end procurement and supply chain activities, ensuring timely delivery of materials and services. Lead a project-focused team, develop strategies, and drive sustainable practices to enhan...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in optimizing procurement and supply chain strategies, ensuring timely delivery of materials and services while fostering team development and sustainable practices to enhance project...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Unlock the potential of strategic procurement by managing end-to-end supply chain activities, driving value through supplier relationships, and enhancing project delivery while fostering a high-perfor...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Join us to oversee end-to-end procurement and supply chain activities, ensuring timely delivery of materials and services while driving cost savings and sustainable practices. Lead a project-focused t...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Engage in overseeing construction projects from pre-construction to final acceptance, ensuring compliance with contracts and schedules. Utilize your leadership and technical skills to guide teams thro...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$104K - $162K *

Drive strategic capital purchasing initiatives by leading sourcing, negotiating contracts, and ensuring supplier performance across cross-functional teams for effective project execution and operation...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in complex HVAC procurement, mentoring junior staff while enhancing supplier partnerships and driving process improvements across multiple projects to maximize efficiency and revenue o...

Yesterday

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

$120K - $145K *

Shape global purchasing and S2P processes by driving standardization, governance, and ERP optimization. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency and compliance across SAP and Orac...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Make your mark by leading construction projects in transportation, ensuring quality and adherence to contract requirements while managing a talented team and collaborating with stakeholders to achieve...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Deliver technical leadership for major transportation projects across the Tennessee region. Collaborate with teams to ensure projects align with contractual and quality standards, oversee inspections...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by leading supply chain strategies, managing teams, and driving process improvements. Collaborate across functions to enhance inventory management and ensure compliance while ach...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Drive procurement strategy for major rail projects, collaborating across teams to optimize sourcing, manage suppliers, and ensure quality and delivery meet project goals while controlling costs and mi...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$90K - $100K *

Transform procurement operations by leading the Purchase-to-Pay process, enhancing efficiency, compliance, and user experience through strategic design, technology integration, and stakeholder engagem...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$120K - $145K *

Transform business operations by owning P&L, leading teams, and driving growth. Collaborate with leadership to implement scalable processes and ensure financial performance while fostering a safety-fi...

2 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Empower our team by leading the Purchasing Department to achieve strategic goals. Collaborate across departments, manage trade partner performance, and drive cost-effective solutions while developing...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Procurement Director do?question toggle

    A Procurement Director leads an organization’s purchasing strategy and operations. The role may include overseeing sourcing, negotiating contracts, managing supplier relationships, controlling spend, mitigating supply risks, and leading procurement teams.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Procurement Director jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often look for substantial procurement or sourcing experience, leadership ability, contract negotiation expertise, and knowledge of supplier management, budgeting, and procurement systems. Some positions prefer a relevant degree or professional certification.

  • How much do Procurement Director jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation depends on factors such as industry, location, company size, and the scope of the role. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including qualifying Procurement Director opportunities.

  • What industries hire Procurement Directors?question toggle

    Procurement Directors are hired across many sectors, including manufacturing, healthcare, technology, retail, financial services, and government contracting.

  • What career paths can follow a Procurement Director role?question toggle

    Experienced Procurement Directors may progress to vice president of procurement, chief procurement officer, or senior leadership positions in supply chain, operations, or business management.