Chief Procurement & Vendor Strategy Leader

Ashton North LLC; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Ashton North LLC seeks a senior procurement leader to manage inventory procurement, vendor negotiations, and department leadership. You will drive profitability through supplier programs, freight optimization, and annual marketing initiatives, while overseeing product portfolios and strategic growth efforts.

You will report to the President and guide procurement operations, performance metrics, and compliance across safety and regulatory frameworks, collaborating with internal teams to deliver

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in business, supply chain, or operations.
• Proven experience in procurement, supplier management, and leadership.
• Strong analytical and strategic planning capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Supervise procurement operations and staff performance.
• Negotiate pricing and contracts with suppliers and freight providers.
• Oversee inventory levels and vendor programs to optimize cash flow.
• Lead marketing and promotional initiatives in coordination with sales.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration with category managers and sales teams.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Negotiation

Budget management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Supply Chain/Operations

Job description

Ashton North LLC seeks a senior procurement leader to manage inventory procurement, vendor negotiations, and department leadership. You will drive profitability through supplier programs, freight optimization, and annual marketing initiatives, while overseeing product portfolios and strategic growth efforts.

You will report to the President and guide procurement operations, performance metrics, and compliance across safety and regulatory frameworks, collaborating with internal teams to deliver