Senior Director, Strategic Procurement & Supply Chain

About the Opportunity

Our client is a global technology and advanced manufacturing organization seeking an experienced procurement leader to oversee strategic sourcing, supplier management, and procurement governance activities across a global manufacturing network.

Reporting to senior leadership, this role will be responsible for driving sourcing strategies, strengthening supplier partnerships, optimizing procurement performance, and ensuring long-term supply resilience. The successful candidate will play a critical role in supporting operational growth, managing supply risks, and delivering sustainable value across complex global supply chains.

This position requires a strong blend of commercial leadership, strategic thinking, stakeholder management, and deep experience within advanced manufacturing or technology-driven industries.

Key Responsibilities Strategic Sourcing & Category Management

• Develop and implement long-term sourcing and category management strategies that support business growth, operational requirements, and market developments.
• Monitor industry trends, supplier capabilities, market dynamics, and emerging technologies to identify opportunities for competitive advantage.
• Lead supplier selection, contract negotiations, and commercial discussions to achieve optimal cost, quality, service, and delivery outcomes.
• Drive supplier diversification initiatives to improve supply continuity and reduce dependency risks.
• Establish and manage strategic supplier relationships through structured governance and performance management frameworks.

Procurement Excellence & Cost Optimization

• Identify and implement procurement initiatives that improve cost efficiency, operational effectiveness, and overall value creation.
• Lead complex commercial negotiations involving pricing structures, service agreements, capacity commitments, and long-term supply arrangements.
• Evaluate procurement opportunities using total cost of ownership principles and data-driven decision-making methodologies.
• Ensure procurement activities align with business objectives, financial targets, and operational priorities.

Capital Equipment & Investment Procurement

• Partner with business and operational stakeholders to support sourcing activities related to capital investments and manufacturing infrastructure.
• Lead supplier evaluation processes, commercial assessments, and procurement recommendations for strategic projects.
• Ensure governance standards are maintained throughout procurement and investment approval processes.
• Support capital expenditure planning through effective supplier engagement and sourcing strategies.

Supply Chain Risk Management

• Develop proactive risk management strategies to address supply constraints, geopolitical challenges, logistics disruptions, and market volatility.
• Establish contingency plans and resilience programs to safeguard operational continuity.
• Monitor supplier performance and risk indicators to identify emerging issues and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, regulatory requirements, and ethical sourcing standards.

Leadership & Organizational Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing procurement and sourcing organization.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
• Drive capability development across procurement disciplines, including sourcing, supplier management, commercial negotiations, analytics, and stakeholder engagement.
• Provide regular updates, insights, and strategic recommendations to executive leadership teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 15 years of progressive experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, supply chain management, or commercial leadership roles.
• Proven track record leading large-scale procurement programs within manufacturing, technology, electronics, or industrial sectors.
• Strong experience developing category strategies, managing supplier ecosystems, and leading high-value commercial negotiations.
• Demonstrated ability to influence executive stakeholders and lead complex cross-functional initiatives.
• Strong understanding of procurement governance, contract management, supplier performance management, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Excellent analytical, financial, and commercial acumen.
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree or MBA preferred.
• Experience within semiconductor, electronics manufacturing, advanced technology, or precision engineering industries.
• Exposure to global supply chains and multinational supplier networks.
• Experience managing procurement activities related to manufacturing equipment, technical materials, or industrial infrastructure.
• Knowledge of procurement analytics, cost modelling, and strategic supplier development programs.

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to shape global procurement and supply chain strategy.
• High-impact leadership role with significant executive visibility.
• Exposure to large-scale international operations and supplier networks.
• Collaborative and innovation-driven environment.
• Strong career growth and leadership development opportunities.

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