Director of Procurement

Join our client in Rhode Island as a Director of Direct Procurement. This role is hybrid/onsite in their corprate location.

This role is responsible for defining and executing the procurement strategy for direct materials, managing approximately $250 million in spend.

The position focuses on achieving financialtargets, fostering talent development, and ensuring procurement success through strategic sourcing, contract negotiations, pricing strategies, and supplier relationship management.

The Director will coordinate and oversee a team of buyers responsible for executing daily procurement activities, including purchase order creation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic sourcing initiatives across business categories, including hardware (e.g., terminals, vending machines) and print materials (e.g., instant tickets, thermal paper).
• Continuously monitor key component markets to mitigate cost and risk impacts, ensuring optimal market positioning.
• Establish and nurture strong global supplier relationships, driving performance, innovation, and risk mitigation. Conductregular supplier businessreviews, create performance scorecards, and implement continuous improvement programs.
• Identify and execute cost-savings strategies while maintaining quality, delivery, and regulatory compliance. Lead value engineering initiatives where applicable and ensure adherence to global procurement policies and industry standards.
• Manage risks associated with global supply chain volatility, geopolitical challenges, and tariffs.
• Partner cross-functionally with Legal, Quality,Accounting, Engineering, Operations, and Logistics to support business growth and customer contract obligations.
• Oversee procurement operations, including RFPs, RFQs, contract management, and purchase order execution.
• Drive process improvements through advanced procurement tools (e.g., ERP systems, e-sourcing platforms) and maintain ISO 9001 certification standards.

Qualifications

• 8 years of experience directly related to direct procurement in a manufacturing or printing enviornment
• Minimum: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or a related field
• Strong understanding of global events and policies affectingprocurement strategies, including competitor sourcing practices.
• Expertise in solving both technical and interpersonal challenges to foster supplier relationships and ensure seamless product delivery despite supply chain disruptions.
• Experience in managing supplier performance through adaptable strategies, driving innovative solutions to address urgent business needs.
• Ability to negotiate and manage complex contractual arrangements internationally, requiring cultural awareness and business acumen.
• Comfortable interacting with C-level executives, both internally and externally,