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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$110K *

Join us to lead regional procurement efforts, driving strategic sourcing, supplier relationships, and compliance across properties. Collaborate with teams to optimize purchasing practices and achieve...

3 days ago

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

$95K - $155K *

Drive end-to-end procurement and supply chain activities, optimizing costs and ensuring supply reliability while leading a team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment to support global operations a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of procurement strategy and innovation. Lead a dynamic team to optimize supply chain efficiency, manage supplier relationships, and drive cost-effective solutions...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of procurement by managing multi-million dollar operations, optimizing supplier relationships, and ensuring compliance across diverse business units. Lead strategic initiatives to enh...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$175K - $280K *

Lead a global team to drive procurement operations strategy, governance, and digital transformation initiatives, ensuring compliance and sustainability while enhancing supply chain resilience and oper...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$175K - $280K *

Elevate procurement operations by leading strategy, governance, and digital transformation initiatives. Drive compliance, sustainability, and supply chain resilience while building a high-performing g...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in optimizing procurement processes, ensuring timely purchasing and supplier management to support operational needs while achieving cost and quality targets across specialized sectors...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Strategize and lead procurement initiatives for indirect categories, ensuring optimal sourcing and supplier management. Work cross-functionally to meet company needs while maintaining cost efficiency...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$116K *

Unlock your potential as a Procurement Analyst, providing critical acquisition planning support. Collaborate with teams, advise on procurement strategies, and ensure compliance, all while enhancing go...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's driving strategic growth in contract manufacturing across Southeast Asia. Lead integrated planning and operational readiness to ensure scalable success while managing key supplier r...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$155K - $165K *

Lead the charge in strategic procurement and contracts administration to optimize costs and enhance efficiencies across the University. Collaborate with stakeholders to develop best practices ensuring...

3 weeks ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Shape the future of procurement by leading strategic initiatives that drive value creation, enhance supplier relationships, and foster innovation. Collaborate across teams to ensure procurement aligns...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in procurement activities to enhance manufacturing operations, ensuring material availability and supplier performance while fostering strong relationships and driving continuous impro...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Transform procurement operations by leading federal sourcing initiatives, ensuring compliance with regulations, and building audit-ready purchasing processes for a dynamic EPC contractor in the energy...

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4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Manage the procurement lifecycle for major capital projects, guiding the team through all phases from planning to execution while ensuring adherence to budget, quality, and schedule standards. Lead cr...

Reposted 2 days ago

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

$75K - $90K *

Join a dynamic team to manage procurement processes, ensuring material availability and supplier performance in aerospace and defense manufacturing. Collaborate across departments to support productio...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$121K - $158K *

Lead strategic procurement initiatives, oversee $100M in spending, and enhance operational efficiency while fostering an inclusive workplace culture. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive value and m...

1 week ago

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

$180K - $195K *

Transform supply chain operations through strategic leadership in procurement, planning, and logistics. Drive efficiency and supplier performance while ensuring compliance in a dynamic aerospace manuf...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$180K - $195K *

Shape the future of aerospace supply chain management by leading operations in procurement, logistics, and inventory control. Drive continuous improvement initiatives and optimize supplier performance...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$99K - $157K *

Unlock potential by leading procurement strategies for new product development, driving supplier engagement, and optimizing product costs while ensuring quality and risk management throughout the life...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$99K - $157K *

Optimize procurement strategies to drive innovation and cost efficiency in new product development. Collaborate with suppliers and cross-functional teams to enhance product quality and lifecycle manag...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$105K - $168K *

Optimize procurement strategies by leading new product sourcing initiatives, managing supplier engagement, and driving cost, quality, and risk improvements for innovative sensor products in a collabor...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$105K - $168K *

Optimize procurement strategies for new product development, driving supplier engagement and innovation. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance product quality, cost, and risk management while ensu...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $127K *

Elevate procurement processes by managing supplier relationships, optimizing inventory, and analyzing market trends to ensure timely and cost-effective material acquisition for operational success...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$114K - $141K *

Transform supplier management by leading cross-functional teams to enhance procurement processes and drive operational excellence in support of advanced weapon systems. Collaborate with stakeholders t...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.