Director, Global Procurement

About the role

The Director of Global Procurement is responsible for leading and optimizing the procurement strategies across our global operations. This role is critical in ensuring the efficient and cost-effective procurement of goods and services, maintaining high-quality standards, and driving continuous improvement in the procurement processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive global procurement strategy that aligns with the company's business objectives and growth plans.
• Lead and manage a diverse team of procurement professionals, fostering a culture of high performance and continuous improvement.
• Oversee the procurement process, including supplier selection, negotiation, contract management, and supplier relationship management to ensure the best quality, cost, and delivery performance.
• Optimize inventory management and demand planning processes to improve service levels while minimizing inventory costs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Operations, Finance, and R&D, to drive procurement efficiencies and support product development and innovation initiatives.
• Develop and manage the procurement budget, ensuring cost-effective operations and adherence to financial targets.
• Implement and maintain procurement risk management strategies to mitigate risks and ensure business continuity.
• Drive sustainability initiatives within procurement to support the company's environmental and social responsibility goals.
• Utilize data analytics and supply chain technologies to enhance visibility, decision-making, and overall supply chain performance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field. A Master's degree or MBA is preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in supply chain and/or procurement, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Proven track record of managing global procurement operations and driving significant improvements in efficiency and cost management.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and develop high-performing teams.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with supply chain management software and technologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Knowledge of industry best practices and trends, with a commitment to continuous learning and improvement.
• Working Environment and Physical Demands
• The following are representative of the typical working environment and physical demands of this position. To successfully perform the essential functions of this job, you will be required to:
• Be within commutable distance of our Louisville, KY office
• Be able to travel 50% of the time (both domestic & international)

Benefits

Additional Information

Job Description: Global Director of Procurement About Packsize Packsize is redefining the way businesses and their customers use and experience packaging around the world. We build the technology, design the right solutions, and automate the processes that propel the industry forward. To us, packaging is much more than a box-it's delivering what's right for our customers, their customers, our people, and the planet.

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