Dir I- Procurement

Ladders; United States; Remote; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Company match 401(k)

Professional development

Collaborative environment

Recognition programs

Job summary

Ladders is seeking a Dir I- Procurement for a remote-based role in the United States. You will own category strategy for MRO and Consumables, drive cost discipline, evaluate supplier performance, and ensure supply continuity to support operations.

The role emphasizes data-driven decision making, contract negotiation, and risk management across the supply base. The ideal candidate has extensive procurement leadership experience, familiarity with RFx processes, and knowledge of Oracle or Deltek.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a multi-year category strategy for MRO and Consumables.
• Conduct continuous market analysis to identify trends and suppliers.
• Perform deep dive analysis of spend data to identify cost savings opportunities.
• Lead complex RFx processes and negotiate contracts with suppliers.
• Oversee negotiation of Master Service Agreements and Service Level Agreements.
• Establish KPIs and conduct quarterly business reviews with strategic partners.
• Identify vulnerabilities in the supply chain and develop contingency plans.

Skills

Strategic procurement

Negotiation

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in SCM/Business/Engineering

Tools

Oracle

Deltek

Job description

For our client, we are seeking a Dir I- Procurement to join the team of a leader in the Aerospace & Defense space.

This senior procurement leader will own category strategy for MRO and Consumables, with a strong focus on cost discipline, supplier performance, and supply continuity. The role will partner closely with internal stakeholders and strategic suppliers to shape sourcing decisions that support operational readiness and long-term value. The position also calls for data-driven analysis, contract negotiation, and proactive risk management across the supply base.

Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available

Compensation: $125,000 - $150,000 annually

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a multi-year category strategy for MRO and Consumables
• Conduct continuous market analysis to identify trends and suppliers
• Perform deep dive analysis of spend data to identify cost savings opportunities
• Lead complex RFx processes and negotiate contracts with suppliers
• Oversee negotiation of Master Service Agreements and Service Level Agreements
• Establish KPIs and conduct quarterly business reviews with strategic partners
• Identify vulnerabilities in the supply chain and develop contingency plans

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field
• 10+ years of progressive experience in procurement or strategic sourcing
• Minimum 5 years managing MRO, Indirects, or Consumables in aerospace/defense
• CPSM, MCIPS, or PMP certification highly desirable
• Working knowledge of Oracle, Deltek, or similar procurement systems

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits package
• Retirement savings plan with company match
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development
• Collaborative work environment with cross-functional teams
• Employee recognition and rewards programs

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every qualification - your background could be exactly what this team needs.