Strategic Sourcing Director

We are looking for an experienced Strategic Sourcing Director to lead procurement strategy and strengthen supplier partnerships. This role will guide sourcing decisions, improve purchasing performance, and support cost-effective, high-quality supply outcomes across the organization. The ideal candidate brings strong commercial judgment, deep knowledge of procurement operations, and the ability to negotiate favorable agreements while aligning with business objectives.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and lead enterprise sourcing strategies that support operational goals, cost control, and supply continuity.

• Oversee purchasing activities from requisition through order placement, ensuring efficient and compliant buying practices.

• Direct contract discussions with suppliers to secure competitive pricing, service levels, and favorable commercial terms.

• Build and maintain productive vendor relationships that encourage accountability, performance improvement, and long-term value.

• Evaluate procurement workflows and implement improvements that increase efficiency, transparency, and policy adherence.

• Partner with internal stakeholders to understand demand, prioritize sourcing needs, and align procurement plans with business requirements.

• Monitor supplier performance, address service or delivery issues, and take corrective action when expectations are not met.

• Demonstrated experience leading corporate procurement or strategic sourcing functions in a complex business environment.
• Strong background managing purchase orders, supplier agreements, and end-to-end buying processes.
• Proven ability to negotiate contracts and deliver measurable value through commercial and supplier strategies.
• Experience developing and managing vendor relationships with a focus on performance, risk, and service quality.
• Solid understanding of procurement operations, policies, and best practices.
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and make sound decisions in a fast-paced setting.