Director of Sourcing

Overview

We are seeking a highly strategic and experienced Director of Sourcing to lead our procurement and supply chain initiatives across diverse categories. This pivotal role involves developing and executing comprehensive sourcing strategies, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring procurement processes align with organizational goals and regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will possess extensive expertise in procurement management, contract negotiation, and supply chain optimization, with a proven track record of leading cross-functional teams in dynamic environments. This leadership position offers an opportunity to drive cost efficiencies, enhance supplier performance, and contribute to the organization’s overall operational excellence.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement strategic sourcing plans that align with organizational objectives, focusing on cost reduction, quality improvement, and risk mitigation.

Lead negotiations for procurement contracts, ensuring favorable terms while maintaining strong vendor relationships.

Oversee vendor contract management processes, including drafting, reviewing, and renewing agreements in compliance with procurement regulations such as Federal Acquisition Regulations.

Manage procurement activities utilizing ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle EBS, and e-procurement platforms to streamline purchasing workflows.

Conduct root cause analysis to identify supply chain bottlenecks and develop effective solutions to enhance operational efficiency.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams—including manufacturing, logistics, quality assurance, and finance—to optimize procurement strategies across categories.

Monitor supplier performance metrics, enforce vendor management policies, and foster continuous improvement initiatives.

Ensure compliance with procurement regulatory frameworks and industry standards while managing procurement contracts and category management initiatives.

Lead projects related to materials management, production planning, and logistics to support manufacturing operations.

Drive innovation in sourcing practices by leveraging market intelligence, supplier evaluations, and category management techniques.

Experience

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field

At least 10 years of experience in procurement

MBA degree is preferred

Extensive experience in procurement management within manufacturing or federal government sectors.

Proven expertise in strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, vendor management, and supply chain optimization.

Strong familiarity with ERP systems such as SAP and Oracle EBS; experience with MRP (Material Requirements Planning) systems is highly desirable.

Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams effectively in complex project environments.

Knowledge of procurement regulations including Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and industry standards related to public sector purchasing.

Skilled in negotiation tactics for direct procurement contracts and category management strategies.

Experience utilizing e-procurement systems for streamlined purchasing processes.

Background in materials management, production planning, logistics coordination, and quality assurance practices.

Excellent analytical skills for root cause analysis and problem-solving within supply chain contexts.