Director of Procurement

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary :

our client, a chemicals manufacturing organization is on the lookout for a skilled Director of Procurement to oversee its purchasing strategies.

This pivotal role involves enhancing procurement operations to achieve efficiency and cost-effectiveness while supporting the company's broader objectives.

Primary Duties : Team Leadership :

Team Leadership :

• Direct and support the procurement team, promoting a collaborative and growth-oriented workplace.
• Establish clear performance benchmarks and goals for the procurement department in alignment with the organization's strategic plans.

Strategic Procurement :

• Formulate and implement detailed purchasing strategies that meet the company's requirements and targets.
• Assess and select suppliers, negotiating agreements that ensure optimal value and quality.

Cost Efficiency and Value Enhancement :

• Introduce innovative procurement methodologies to achieve cost reductions without compromising quality.
• Examine market dynamics and supplier capabilities to uncover opportunities for savings and added value.

Global Sourcing Initiatives :

• Manage international sourcing projects, ensuring adherence to global regulations and standards.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers worldwide to improve procurement efficiency.

Process Optimization :

• Continuously evaluate and refine procurement processes to enhance operational performance.
• Leverage data analytics to track procurement metrics and support strategic decision-making.

Collaboration Across Departments :

• Work alongside various departments, including finance, operations, and product development, to ensure procurement strategies are cohesive with overall business goals.
• Act as a key contact point between procurement and other stakeholders, ensuring effective communication and cooperation.

Risk Assessment and Management :

• Identify potential risks within procurement processes and develop strategies to mitigate them, ensuring business stability and adherence to corporate policies.
• Create contingency plans to address possible supply chain disruptions.

Required Qualifications :

• Experience : Extensive background in procurement and supply chain management, ideally in a leadership capacity.
• Education : A bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, or a related discipline; advanced degrees or certifications (such as CPO or CPSM) are advantageous.
• Skills : Strong analytical abilities, negotiation skills, and sound judgment. Familiarity with procurement software and ERP systems is a plus.

Desired Attributes :

• Organizational Skills : Capable of managing multiple projects while maintaining attention to detail.
• Communication Skills : Strong verbal and written communication abilities to effectively engage with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Innovative Thinker : A proactive mindset focused on problem-solving and improving processes.

Work Conditions :

This full-time position is based in Mesa, AZ, with potential collaboration across different locations. Occasional travel may be required for supplier meetings or industry conferences.

Company Description

DSJ Global is a revolutionary search firm, specializing in the bespoke delivery of executive search solutions to clients.

Working across a number of niche industries and sectors across the US, UK, and Europe.

With offices in New York, Charlotte, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, San Francisco, London, Zurich, Berlin, Hong Kong and Singapore, DSJ Global operates on an international scale providing bespoke search packages which are unrivaled in the widespread recruitment market.

Our aim is simple, to provide executive search level services which are flexible and tailored to the individual requirement of each client, on an unrivaled cost structure.

We currently specialize in the areas of Procurement, Supply Chain, Logistics, OPEX, Finance and Human Resources.

We believe that every client should receive the benefit and accuracy of a search approach, whilst being able to dictate how, when and where it occurs, all on a fee structure to suit.

Our revolutionary approach allows us to structure each assignment according to the requirements, time scales and budget available.

We believe that for too long executive search firms have been too rigid in their approach and have been able to dictate how the search is conducted, leaving the client relatively powerless on the outcome.

Our service allows our clients to have increased control, direction and interaction in the search conducted on their behalf and has resulted in successful, on going relationships as search firm of choice with an ever expanding client group.

Company Description

DSJ Global is a revolutionary search firm, specializing in the bespoke delivery of executive search solutions to clients.

r nWorking across a number of niche industries and sectors across the US, UK, and Europe. r nWith offices in New York, Charlotte, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, San Francisco, London, Zurich, Berlin, Hong Kong and Singapore, DSJ Global operates on an international scale providing bespoke search packages which are unrivaled in the widespread recruitment market.

Our aim is simple, to provide executive search level services which are flexible and tailored to the individual requirement of each client, on an unrivaled cost structure.

We currently specialize in the areas of Procurement, Supply Chain, Logistics, OPEX, Finance and Human Resources. r n r nWe believe that every client should receive the benefit and accuracy of a search approach, whilst being able to dictate how, when and where it occurs, all on a fee structure to suit.

Our revolutionary approach allows us to structure each assignment according to the requirements, time scales and budget available.

We believe that for too long executive search firms have been too rigid in their approach and have been able to dictate how the search is conducted, leaving the client relatively powerless on the outcome.

r n r nOur service allows our clients to have increased control, direction and interaction in the search conducted on their behalf and has resulted in successful, on going relationships as search firm of choice with an ever expanding client group.