procurement director

Confidential Global Company

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 WE'RE HIRING | HEAD OF PROCUREMENT | DUBAI, UAE
 
 
 
 
 
 Based in Dubai | Operations across Africa (Angola &amp; beyond)
 
 
 
 
 
 A leading conglomerate with diversified operations across Africa &mdash; spanning Trading, Hypermarkets, FMCG, and Manufacturing &mdash; is seeking a dynamic and commercially astute Head of Procurement to lead and transform our procurement function at a group level.
 
 
 
 
 
 This is a senior leadership role for a results-driven professional who thrives in complex, multi-geography environments and has the gravitas to influence at the highest level.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 ABOUT THE GROUP
 
 
 We are a high-growth conglomerate with a strong presence across Africa, with key operations in Angola and multiple other African markets. Our diverse portfolio spans retail, trading, FMCG distribution, and manufacturing, with a consolidated annual turnover of procurement exceeding USD $400 Million. Our headquarters and procurement leadership function are based in Dubai, UAE.
 
 
 
 
 
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 THE ROLE
 
 
 As Head of Procurement, you will own the end-to-end procurement strategy across all business verticals and geographies. You will lead a team of procurement professionals, drive cost optimization, strengthen supplier relationships, and ensure procurement aligns seamlessly with the group's financial and operational objectives.
 
 
 
 
 
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 KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
 
 
 
 
 
 &bull; Lead and manage the full Procure-to-Pay (P2P) cycle across all group entities
 
 
 &bull; Develop and execute group-wide procurement strategies that deliver measurable cost savings
 
 
 &bull; Drive cost optimization initiatives across direct and indirect spend categories
 
 
 &bull; Lead, mentor, and develop a procurement team (minimum 5+ members)
 
 
 &bull; Build and manage strategic supplier relationships, with a strong focus on African market suppliers
 
 
 &bull; Negotiate high-value contracts with exceptional commercial acumen
 
 
 &bull; Collaborate closely with Finance on cash flow management, working capital optimization, and payment terms
 
 
 &bull; Ensure procurement compliance, risk mitigation, and governance frameworks are in place
 
 
 &bull; Partner with business unit heads across Trading, Hypermarkets, FMCG, and Manufacturing
 
 
 &bull; Provide data-driven insights and procurement analytics to senior leadership
 
 
 &bull; Oversee sourcing strategies for goods and services across UAE and Africa-based operations
 
 
 
 
 
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 IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE
 
 
 
 
 
 &bull; 12&ndash;18 years of progressive procurement experience, with at least 5 years in a senior/head-level role
 
 
 &bull; Background from one or more of the following sectors: Trading | Hypermarkets | FMCG | Manufacturing (a mixed background is highly preferred)
 
 
 &bull; Demonstrated experience managing procurement portfolios with an annual spend/turnover of USD $400 Million or above
 
 
 &bull; Proven track record in managing and developing procurement teams of 5 or more
 
 
 &bull; Deep expertise across the full Procure-to-Pay (P2P) process
 
 
 &bull; Outstanding negotiation skills &mdash; able to secure the best commercial terms at scale
 
 
 &bull; Strong financial acumen &mdash; solid understanding of cash flow, working capital, payment cycles, and budget management
 
 
 &bull; Experience working in or sourcing from Africa, particularly Angola and Sub-Saharan markets, is a strong advantage
 
 
 &bull; Currently based in the UAE or with significant UAE/GCC procurement experience
 
 
 &bull; Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or equivalent)
 
 
 &bull; Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, and cross-functional collaboration skills
 
 
 
 
 
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 COMPENSATION PACKAGE
 
 
 
 
 
 &bull; Monthly Salary: AED 40,000 &ndash; 45,000
 
 
 &bull; Location: Dubai, UAE
 
 
 &bull; Additional benefits as per company policy
 
 
 
 
 
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 WHY THIS ROLE?
 
 
 This is a rare opportunity to take ownership of procurement at a group level within a fast-scaling conglomerate with deep African roots. You will have direct impact on the bottom line, work across exciting and diverse business verticals, and be a key member of the senior leadership team shaping the group's next phase of growth.
 
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Group Procurement Director

Vaco by Highspring

<div>
 
 
 Director Field Procurement Operations
 
 
 
 
 Hands-on procurement leadership role supporting distributed, field-based operations.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Compensation
 
 
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 Base Salary:
 
 $180,000 - $220,000
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 Annual Incentive Opportunity:
 
 Discretionary, performance-based
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 Incentive Components Include:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Short-Term Incentive Plan (STIP):
 
 
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 Target 35% of base salary
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 Performance-based
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 Prorated based on start date
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 Long-Term Incentive Plan (LTIP):
 
 
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 $25,000 per year in cash restricted units
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 Three-year vesting schedule
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 Estimated Target Total Compensation (Annualized):
 
 
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 $250,000 - $305,000
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 Based on base salary plus target short-term incentive and the annualized value of long-term cash incentives; actual compensation may vary based on performance, start date, and vesting terms.
 
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 Location &amp; Travel Requirements:
 
 
 
 This role requires the individual to be locally based in one of the following Metro-Areas/Hubs (see below). While some flexibility exists for in-office work, consistent local presence to one of the Hubs is essential to success.
 
 
 
 
 
 Candidates must be local to one of the following Metro-Areas/Hubs:
 
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 San Francisco, San Francisco Bay Area, CA
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 Dallas/Greater Dallas Metro Area, TX
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 New York City, Greater NYC Metro Area, NY
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 Greater Miami, FL/Greater Fort Lauderdale, FL
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 Regional travel to operational hubs and key business locations is required to support field operations, supplier engagement, and stakeholder alignment.
 
 
 
 
 
 Overview:
 
 
 
 Vaco Highspring is conducting a confidential Director level search on behalf of a large, complex consumer services organization with a nationally distributed operating footprint spanning thousands of locations.
 
 
 The organization is seeking a Director, Field Procurement Operations to play a hands on leadership role supporting field operations, supply chain partners, and regional leadership. This position is designed for a procurement leader who thrives in fast moving, service driven environments and operates close to the business.
 
 
 
 
 
 Role Orientation:
 
 
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 This is a field oriented, execution focused procurement leadership role. While strategic thinking and sound judgment are important, success is defined by day to day execution, supplier reliability, and strong partnership with regional and field leadership.
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 This opportunity will be most compelling to leaders who prefer direct ownership of outcomes rather than centralized, advisory, or policy driven procurement roles.
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 The Opportunity:
 
 
 
 The Director, Field Procurement Operations will be responsible for procurement execution, supplier performance, and operational continuity across multiple indirect and operational spend categories. The role is highly internal facing and partners closely with regional operations and supply chain leaders across a geographically dispersed organization.
 
 
 
 
 
 The organization is at an inflection point where procurement execution, supplier reliability, and field alignment are critical to business performance. This is a high visibility leadership role supporting both near term operational stability and longer term enterprise capability building. This is not a corporate strategy role; success is defined by operational stability, credibility with the field, and the ability to translate procurement discipline into real world outcomes.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities:
 
 
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 Lead procurement operations across multiple indirect and operational categories supporting a geographically dispersed field organization
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 Serve as a primary procurement partner to regional operations, supply chain, and field leadership teams
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 Own the full supplier lifecycle, including sourcing support, contract execution, performance management, escalation, and remediation
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 Act as a hands-on problem solver during supplier, service, or operational disruptions
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 Ensure pricing fairness, service level consistency, and supplier accountability across regions
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 Lead and develop a small team of regionally aligned procurement leaders
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 Balance near term execution with continuous improvement in cost, efficiency, and supplier performance
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 Operate with urgency, pragmatism, and sound judgment in a dynamic operating environment
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 Candidate Requirements &amp; Profile
 
 
 
 The ideal candidate is a high caliber procurement operator with strong intellectual rigor, practical judgment, and demonstrated leadership potential.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Required qualifications include:
 
 
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 Typically, 10+ years of progressive procurement experience, with increasing scope, responsibility, and leadership accountability across complex, ENTERPRISE-SCALE environments.
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 Bachelor's degree required; preference for candidates with a background reflecting strong academic rigor, such as completion of a challenging undergraduate or graduate program at a highly regarded U.S. institution
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 Professional experience gained within highly reputable private sector organizations, large, well-run enterprises, ideally including FORTUNE 500-scale environments
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 Demonstrated progressive career path, evidenced by increasing scope, responsibility, and leadership impact over time
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 Consistent and stable work history, with clear progression and growing accountability across roles
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 Demonstrated diversity of professional experience, including exposure to multiple roles, functions, categories, or operating environments
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 Evidence of diversity of thought, including the ability to balance structured, data driven analysis with pragmatic, real world decision making
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 Proven experience leading procurement operations in complex, service oriented or field-based environments
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 Strong track record partnering with operations, supply chain, and regional leadership teams
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 Experience managing multiple indirect or operational spend categories concurrently
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 Deep supplier management and escalation experience across geographically distributed networks
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 Prior people leadership experience, ideally with regional or distributed teams
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 Demonstrated potential to be viewed as a future organizational leader, with the capability to take on broader scope and increased responsibility over time
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 Clear, concise communicator with strong executive presence and credibility with senior stakeholders
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 Nice to Have:
 
 
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 A blend of enterprise, in house procurement leadership experience combined with prior management consulting experience, particularly in operational transformation, procurement optimization, or large-scale execution environments
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 Management consulting experience is most valuable when combined with subsequent in-house ownership of execution and outcomes.
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 Search Confidentiality
 
 
 
 This search is being conducted on a strictly confidential basis by Vaco Highspring. Additional details regarding the organization and role scope will be shared with qualified candidates as they advance through the process.
 
 
 Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual's skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan. Additional disclaimer: Unless otherwise noted in the job description, the position Vaco/Highspring is filing for is occupied. Please note, however, that Vaco/Highspring is regularly asked to provide talent to other organizations. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. Submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase within Vaco/Highspring will be otherwise assessed by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco/Highspring does not have knowledge of the tools used by its clients in making final hiring decisions and cannot opine on their use of AI products.
 
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Director Field Procurement Operations

Four Seasons

<div>About Four Seasons:
Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.
 
 
At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.
About the location:
Steps from the Prophet&rsquo;s Mosque, our Hotel will offer luxury accommodation for the city&rsquo;s 1.5 million annual visitors. The new-build hotel will be located at the heart of Madinah and steps from one of the most historic and significant sites in the region: Al-Masjid an-Nabawi, also known as the Prophet&rsquo;s Mosque. Madinah is also home to the Quba Mosque, which is regarded as the oldest mosque in the world.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and strategic Director of Purchasing to lead all procurement and supply chain activities at Four Seasons Hotel Madinah . Reporting directly to the Director of Finance, you will be responsible for developing and executing purchasing strategies that ensure cost efficiency, quality assurance, and uninterrupted supply of goods and services across all hotel departments. This role is critical in supporting operational excellence while maintaining full compliance with Four Seasons standards and local regulations.
What You Will Do
<ul><li>Lead and oversee all purchasing and procurement operations , ensuring timely and cost-effective sourcing of goods and services.
</li><li>Develop and implement purchasing strategies, policies, and procedures aligned with hotel objectives and Four Seasons standards.
</li><li>Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms with suppliers to achieve optimal value, quality, and service levels.
</li><li>Oversee supplier selection, evaluation, and performance management, ensuring compliance with quality, sustainability, and ethical standards.
</li><li>Collaborate closely with Culinary, Engineering, Housekeeping, Finance, and Operations to understand departmental needs and ensure seamless supply support.
</li><li>Ensure proper inventory control, stock levels, and purchasing forecasts to support operational requirements.
</li><li>Monitor market trends, pricing fluctuations, and supply risks to proactively mitigate procurement challenges.
</li><li>Ensure full compliance with internal controls, approval processes, and audit requirements.
</li><li>Oversee capital expenditure purchasing and support pre-opening and renovation projects as required.
</li><li>Lead, mentor, and develop the Purchasing team, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
</li><li>Prepare and present purchasing reports, cost analyses, and savings initiatives to senior management.
</li><li>Ensure all purchasing activities comply with local regulations, customs requirements, and Four Seasons policies.
</li></ul>What You Bring
<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field preferred.
</li><li>Proven experience as a Director of Purchasing or senior procurement role within a luxury hotel or large hospitality operation.
</li><li>Strong knowledge of hotel purchasing processes, supplier negotiations, and inventory management.
</li><li>Excellent financial acumen with a strong focus on cost control and value optimization.
</li><li>Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional teams.
</li><li>High level of integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail.
</li><li>Proficiency in procurement systems, inventory platforms, and Microsoft Office Suite.
</li><li>Strong analytical and reporting capabilities.
</li><li>Proficiency in English .
</li></ul>What We Offer
<ul><li>Competitive salary.
</li><li>Housing and transportation allowances.
</li><li>30 days of vacation plus public holidays.
</li><li>Complimentary meals and uniform cleaning.
</li><li>Medical and life insurance.
</li><li>Employee Assistance Program and worldwide complimentary room nights.
</li><li>Career growth and leadership development opportunities.
</li></ul>Schedule &amp; Hours
This is a full-time role.
Localization
As part of our commitment to Saudization, we actively welcome applications from Saudi nationals. Join us in shaping the future of luxury hospitality in Madinah.</div>

Director of Purchasing – Four Seasons Hotel Madinah (Saudi National)

Raffles Hotels & Resorts

<div>
 
 Company Description
 
 
 
 We are far more than a worldwide leader. We are more than 240 000 women and men who share something unique. Each and every day we host the world. We care for millions of people. We are all moved by curiosity. We love blending cultures. We are proud of our differences
 
 
 Yes, we lead the way. But we want to go further, with audacity, with imagination, with passion.
 
 
 
 Raffles the Palm
 
 
 
 Raffles the Palm Dubai is on the western crescent of Palm Jumeirah, the world&rsquo;s largest manmade island and archipelago. This luxurious five-star hotel with 340 spacious rooms, suites and villas is embellished with hand-crafted Italian touches and offset by carefully selected amenities to complete the atmosphere of elegance. Guests can enjoy panoramic views, a private beach, state of the art entertainment and recreational facilities, including specialist boutiques, a VIP movie theatre, signature and private restaurants complemented by exquisite banqueting and conference spaces.
 
 
 When visiting Raffles, guests will discover the individual personality and story offered by the hotel. At the essence of every Raffles is the delivery of thoughtful, personal and discreet service to well-travelled guests. Raffles Hotels &amp; Resorts is an award-winning, luxury international hotel company with a history dating back to 1887 with the opening of Raffles Hotel, Singapore. The portfolio currently comprises nearly twenty luxurious properties, from secluded resorts to city hotels in key locations around the world.
 
 
 
 Job Description
 
 
 
 The Director of Purchasing oversees and directs all purchasing activities to ensure that the hotel&rsquo;s procurement of goods and services is conducted efficiently, ethically, and in alignment with brand standards and budgetary goals. This role is responsible for developing strategic supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, managing inventory levels, and ensuring cost-effective sourcing of all hotel supplies, from food and beverage to operating equipment and maintenance materials.
 
 
 
 Key Roles &amp; Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 Procurement Strategy &amp; Operations
 
 
 
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 Develop, implement, and manage the hotel&rsquo;s procurement strategy in alignment with Accor Group&rsquo;s purchasing standards and guidelines.
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 Ensure that all purchasing activities are conducted ethically, transparently, and in compliance with Accor&rsquo;s Code of Conduct, internal control framework, and local regulations.
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 Collaborate closely with department heads (F&amp;B, Rooms, Engineering, Housekeeping, Administration, etc.) to understand operational requirements and ensure timely procurement support.
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 Maintain proper documentation and audit trails for all procurement activities in accordance with Accor&rsquo;s audit and compliance requirements.
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 Continuously monitor market trends, supplier performance, and cost fluctuations to optimize procurement efficiency.
 
 
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 Vendor &amp; Contract Management
 
 
 
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 Identify, evaluate, and select qualified suppliers in accordance with Accor&rsquo;s sourcing standards.
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 Negotiate supplier agreements, contracts, and pricing to secure favorable terms while ensuring quality, sustainability, and compliance.
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 Conduct regular supplier performance evaluations, ensuring adherence to service level agreements, product specifications, and Accor brand standards.
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 Promote local and sustainable sourcing initiatives in line with Accor&rsquo;s Planet 21 &ndash; Acting Here sustainability program.
 
 
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 Financial &amp; Cost Control
 
 
 
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 Work closely with the Director of Finance to establish, monitor, and manage procurement budgets and cost control measures.
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 Analyze purchasing expenditures, identify cost-saving opportunities, and implement strategies to optimize spend without compromising quality.
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 Ensure all purchasing transactions are properly documented and aligned with accounting procedures.
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 Provide periodic reports on purchasing activities, savings, supplier performance, and compliance indicators to regional procurement leadership.
 
 
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 Systems &amp; Process Management
 
 
 
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 Maintain and enhance procurement systems and databases (e.g., BirchStreet, Adaco, Oracle, or similar).
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 Ensure timely and accurate data entry, purchase order processing, and inventory reporting.
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 Develop and enforce standard operating procedures (SOPs) for purchasing and inventory management.
 
 
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 Leadership &amp; Collaboration
 
 
 
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 Manage, train, and motivate the purchasing team to achieve departmental goals.
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 Collaborate with department heads to understand their needs and improve procurement support.
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 Foster a culture of integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement within the purchasing function.
 
 
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 Qualifications
 
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Hospitality Management, or related field.
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 Minimum 5&ndash;8 years of purchasing experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role in the hospitality industry.
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 Proven experience managing multi-department procurement in a 4- or 5-star hotel or resort environment.
 
 
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 Skills &amp; Competencies
 
 
 
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 Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
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 Excellent analytical and financial acumen.
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 Proficiency in purchasing/inventory systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
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 Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
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 High level of integrity and ethical decision-making.
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 Knowledge of hotel operations and F&amp;B supply chains.
 
 
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 Additional Information
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Director of Purchasing

Christian Dior Couture

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 Position
 
 
 Christian Dior Couture is seeking a Director of Procurement to design, build and lead this function from the ground up.
 
 
 This is a highly strategic and hands-on leadership role. The Director of Procurement will bring structure, discipline, and commercial excellence to all third-party spend across retail operations, logistics, store development, marketing, IT, corporate services, and indirect categories &mdash; while fully respecting the standards of a global luxury brand.
 
 
 The objective is clear:
 
 deliver sustainable cost reduction, best-in-class supplier partnerships, compliance, and operational efficiency
 
 in a fast-growing, complex retail environment.
 
 
 This role will report to VP Finance leadership and work in close partnership with global Procurement.
 
 
 Job responsibilities
 
 
 
 Build the Procurement Function
 
 
 
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 Design and implement an America procurement operating model
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 Define governance, policies, approval flows, and sourcing standards
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 Build category strategies and supplier segmentation
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 Create clear spend visibility and controls across all business units
 
 
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 Drive Cost Reduction &amp; Value Creation
 
 
 
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 Lead strategic sourcing and competitive bidding across all major spend categories
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 Deliver measurable savings and cost avoidance year after year
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 Renegotiate key supplier contracts (logistics, store services, fixtures, IT, marketing, facilities, etc.)
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 Eliminate maverick spend and create disciplined buying practices
 
 
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 Own Supplier Strategy &amp; Negotiations
 
 
 
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 Lead all major commercial negotiations in America
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 Establish long-term strategic partnerships with key suppliers
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 Ensure contracts reflect best market terms, performance KPIs, service levels, and risk protections
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 Manage vendor performance, pricing, and compliance
 
 
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 Support Retail &amp; Growth Agenda
 
 
 
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 Partner with Retail, Store Development, Supply Chain, Marketing, IT and Finance to support:
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 Visual merchandising and fixtures
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 Logistics and transportation
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 Events, media, and marketing services
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 Ensure procurement enables speed, quality and luxury standards &mdash; not bureaucracy
 
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 Implement Tools, Data &amp; Reporting
 
 
 
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 Create full spend transparency across 60+ stores and corporate functions
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 Implement procurement tools, catalogs, and reporting dashboards
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 Track savings, contract compliance, supplier performance and risk
 
 
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 Profile
 
 
 
 Experience
 
 
 
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 10&ndash;15+ years in Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, or Supply Chain
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 Experience in retail, luxury, fashion, consumer goods, hospitality, or multi-site operations strongly preferred
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 Proven track record of building or transforming a procurement function
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 Strong background in indirect spend (logistics, marketing, facilities, IT, store operations, services)
 
 
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 Skills
 
 
 
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 Elite negotiator &mdash; commercially tough but partnership-oriented
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 Highly analytical with strong financial acumen
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 Able to operate in complex, matrixed, international organizations
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 Comfortable working with senior leadership and challenging the status quo
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 Strong contract, sourcing, and vendor management expertise
 
 
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 Mindset
 
 
 
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 Builder mentality &mdash; enjoys creating structure where none exists
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 Pragmatic and business-oriented (not overly bureaucratic)
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 Understands the balance between cost discipline and luxury brand excellence
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 Comfortable in fast-paced, high-growth environments
 
 
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 Why This Role Is Unique
 
 
 
 This is not a &ldquo;run the process&rdquo; job &mdash; this is a
 
 build, lead, and transform
 
 role. The Director of Procurement will have a real seat at the table, direct exposure to senior leadership, and the mandate to materially improve profitability and operational excellence across Dior&rsquo;s America business.
 
 
 Additional information
 
 
 The selected candidate will be offered a salary within the range of $150k &ndash; $165k annually, plus bonus eligibility. The salary offered will be dependent upon the candidate&rsquo;s relevant skills and experience. Christian Dior Inc. offers comprehensive benefit plans such as medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, and short and long-term disability. Additional employee perks include, but are not limited to employee discount program, various paid time off, volunteer time off, holidays, mental health and wellbeing support, family friendly benefits, reproductive health care, child and elder care services, commuter benefits, 401k plans with an employer contributions matching plan, employee referral program, and more.
 
 
 
 Additional Information
 
 
 
 Christian Dior was the designer of dreams. In founding his House in 1947, marked by the revolution of the New Look, he metamorphosed his reveries into wonderful creations. Christian Dior Couture, the Houst of Dreams, is recognized for its French heritage and vibrant culture sublimating its unique Savoir-faire and Creativity through empowering "metiers d&rsquo;art&rdquo;. Our Maison is a destination for sustainable growth &amp; success where we shape the future of our Talents in a positive, authentic &amp; generous environment. We bloom &amp; deliver excellence with passion, determination, courage &amp; optimism to offer meaningful &amp; daring codes.
 
 
 Christian Dior Couture is part of the LVMH Group, where People Make the Difference. We value, celebrate, and welcome each unique talent and strive to create an inclusive environment providing all employees a sense of purpose. Beyond your role, we recognize the importance and passion of creating communities with shared values that enrich and impact beyond our organization. As an employee, you will have an opportunity to engage in our employee-led communities such as Sustainability, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, and Corporate Social Responsibility.
 
 
 Christian Dior Couture provides equal employment opportunities to all employees as part of the LVMH Group, which attaches great importance to ensuring that its Maisons and their partners share a set of common rules, practices, and principles with respect to ethics, social responsibility, and protection of the environment.
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Director, Procurement

State Industrial Products

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU: 
We have a dedicated crew of more than 700+ innovative and dedicated employees. Here are a few reasons why we’d make a great team:
 
<ul>
<li>Career Opportunity. We are a high growth company with excellent opportunities for advancement. Our training and development programs prepare you for growth and advancement.</li>
<li>Work-life balance. We work a typical Monday-Friday workday. Take a well-deserved break on us and enjoy time with your family and friends with generous PTO.</li>
<li>Benefits and Perks. We offer competitive pay, as well as an excellent benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k) matching up to 3%, long term disability, and tuition assistance.</li>
</ul>
Your Role: 
As a key member of the State Industrial Leadership Team, the Director of Procurement/Sourcing is the owner of overall vendor relationships and procurement strategy for the entire enterprise. Reporting to the Vice President of Operations, this leader will have primary responsibility for managing and controlling all vendor relationships, as well as material sourcing and procurement activities. The Director of Procurement/Sourcing has approximately 5 direct reports, including buyers that are all responsible for ensuring State Industrial customers get exactly the products they need, exactly when they need them.
 
Your Responsibilities: 
<ul>
<li>Staff and develop the organization with the right people</li>
<li>Establish the goals & objectives for the Procurement department</li>
<li>Lead the Procurement team to ensure that both departmental and corporate goals and objectives are met</li>
<li>Supplier/Vendor strategy</li>
<li>Raw material and finished good sourcing</li>
<li>Routine procurement</li>
<li>Stocking strategy</li>
<li>On Time Delivery rates</li>
<li>Acquisition support</li>
<li>Supporting new product commercialization</li>
<li>Ensure the department operates within established ISO guidelines</li>
</ul>
Experience to Bring: 
<ul>
<li>10+ years of chemical industry experience</li>
<li>Bachelor’s Degree</li>
<li>Command of planning and forecasting techniques</li>
<li>Contract negotiation</li>
<li>Decision making and problem solving skills</li>
<li>Organizational development of personnel and teams</li>
<li>Understanding and execution of financial analysis & business change recommendations</li>
<li>Continuous improvement or technical thought process</li>
<li>Executive level interpersonal & management skills</li>
<li>Strong computer skills, including SAP, QSI, Excel, Access</li>
<li>High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results-orientation</li>
<li>Excellent leadership traits</li>
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THE COMPANY: 
Since 1911, State Industrial Products has helped customers "Care for Work Environments"®. Throughout the years, our main focus has been to help customers enhance building environments and improve equipment productivity. No matter where you go in the United States, Canada or Puerto Rico, you will find State products hard at work in every industry imaginable. From market leading drain maintenance and air care programs to innovative cleaning systems, maintenance supplies and auxiliary programs, State Industrial Products offers facility management benefits that are second to none. We’re a thriving company, and we’re looking for driven individuals to join our team. That’s where you come in!
 EOE Statement: State Industrial Products is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, veteran status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status or disability (in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act*), or any other legally protected status, with respect to employment opportunities.
 
ADA Disclosure: Any candidate who feels that they may need an accommodation to complete this application, or any portions of same, based on the impact of a disability should contact our Human Resources Department. #IND3 #LI-CF1

Director of Procurement - Hebron, OH

Nouryon

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 Director, Procurement - Indirect (Plants &amp; Capital)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 At Nouryon, our global team of Changemakers takes positive action every day, to reach higher collectively and individually. We create innovative and sustainable solutions for our customers to answer society&rsquo;s needs &ndash; today and in the future.
 
 
 
 
 
 We are looking for team members who bring ideas forward, champion others and work together to do better. Does that sound like you?
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 In your future role as a Director, Procurement - Indirect (Plants &amp; Capital), you will
 
 
 
 
 
 
 The Director, Procurement - Indirect (Plants &amp; Capital) is a senior strategic leadership role responsible for overseeing the company&rsquo;s indirect procurement activities covering 60+ global manufacturing plants, with an annual spend oversight of &gt;$500MM. Based in Houston, the leader will oversee a global team of ~50 procurement professionals. The role is responsible to deliver enterprise-wide value creation through category strategy development, sourcing leadership, supplier relationship management, cost optimization, operational excellence, and strong cross-functional collaboration with Operations, Engineering, Finance, R&amp;D and regional plant leadership.
 
 
 A key mandate of the role is to transform the Indirect Procurement organization into a high-performing, stakeholder-facing function. This includes organizational design, capability building, implementation of global buying channels, digital enablement and significantly elevating stakeholder experience. The scope includes categories such as MRO, facilities, equipment and transport, QHSE, Lab supplies and all capital project procurement activities. The role ensures alignment to business needs, enhances operational effectiveness, manages risk and maximizes Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) value across the global network.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Main Responsibilities and Accountabilities
 
 
 
 
 
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 Strategy &amp; Leadership: Develop and execute global strategies for all plant indirect categories and CapEx procurement, ensuring alignment with business, operational, and financial objectives. Build a multi-quarter transformation roadmap to evolve the team into a high-performing, digitally enabled organization. Establish governance, KPIs, and performance management frameworks for global indirect procurement.
 
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 Organizational Transformation: Lead global organization design, capability mapping, talent development, and role clarity across ~50 team members. Implement procurement process harmonization and global operating model improvements. Champion cultural and behavioral change focused on performance, accountability, and stakeholder partnership.
 
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 Buying Channels &amp; Digital Enablement: Design and implement global buying channels (guided buying, catalogs, P2P workflows, automation). Drive adoption of digital procurement tools and analytics platforms. Partner with IT and Global Process Owners to simplify processes, improve usability, and enable data-driven decision-making.
 
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 Sourcing &amp; Negotiation: Lead global sourcing events (RFIs/RFPs), supplier selection, and major contract negotiations. Drive TCO improvements and annual value delivery across indirect and CapEx spend, supported by market intelligence, benchmarking, and risk assessments.
 
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 Supplier Management: Manage global SRM frameworks, lead executive supplier reviews, and drive strategic partnerships. Ensure supply continuity, quality, compliance, and supplier-led innovation.
 
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 Cross-Functional Collaboration: Act as primary liaison with Operations, Engineering, Plant Leadership, Finance, Supply Chain, and Legal. Convert business needs into category strategies and sourcing plans while improving planning, budgeting, compliance, and project execution.
 
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 Team Leadership &amp; Development: Lead a global team across four regions, build talent pipelines, mentor high-potential staff, and enhance category capabilities. Promote a culture of collaboration, transparency, diversity, and continuous improvement.
 
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 We believe you bring
 
 
 
 
 
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 12+ years of progressive procurement leadership experience in manufacturing, chemicals or heavy-industry environments.
 
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 5+ years in global indirect procurement leadership in relevant categories; experience with CapEx sourcing strongly preferred.
 
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 Proven success leading global teams and driving large-scale transformation.
 
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 Strong experience in manufacturing or industrial environments.
 
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 Strong negotiation, analytical, and strategic thinking capabilities.
 
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 Ability to influence senior executives and drive change in a matrixed organization.
 
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 Deep understanding of procurement processes, category management and digital procurement tools.
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree required; MBA preferred.
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, Finance, or related field.
 
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 Great if you have:
 
 
 
 
 
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 Experience implementing procurement technologies (e.g., SAP Ariba, Coupa, Jaggaer, Ivalua).
 
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 Expertise in designing global procurement operating models and buying channels.
 
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 Good to know
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Please apply via our online recruitment system. We will not accept applications via e-mail. Once it's with us we will review to see if we have a match between your skills and the role! For more information about our hiring process, visit: nouryon.com/careers/how-we-hire/
 
 
 
 
 
 We look forward to receiving your application!
 
 
 
 
 
 We kindly ask our internal candidates to apply with your Nouryon email via Success Factors.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 We encourage you as a valued Nouryon employee to share talents from your network to help us to bring in new Changemakers through our new Employee Referral Program! Bringing new, skilled people with a great mindset is beneficial for both you and Nouryon. All info you need to make a referral is here. Join us in growing Nouryon!
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 About Nouryon
 
 
 
 
 
 
 We&rsquo;re looking for tomorrow&rsquo;s Changemakers, today.
 
 
 
 
 
 If you&rsquo;re looking for your next career move, apply today and join Nouryon&rsquo;s worldwide team of Changemakers in providing essential solutions that our customers use to manufacture everyday products such as personal care, cleaning, paints and coatings, agriculture and food, pharmaceuticals, and building products. Our employees are driven by the wish to make an impact and actively drive positive change. If that describes you, we will gladly make way for your ambitions. From day one we support you with your personal growth, through challenging positions and comprehensive learning and development opportunities, in a dynamic, international, diverse, and proactive working environment.
 
 
 
 
 
 Visit our website and follow us on LinkedIn.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 #WeAreNouryon #Changemakers
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 We have already chosen our sourcing channels for this recruitment and kindly ask not to be contacted by any advertisement agents, recruitment agencies or staffing companies.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Nouryon is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
 
 
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Director, Procurement - Indirect (Plants & Capital)

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