Director, Direct Procurement

Empower Pharmacy; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative healthcare company is seeking a Director of Direct Procurement to lead procurement activities and build strategic supplier relationships. This role is pivotal in ensuring the availability of high-quality raw materials while optimizing costs and supporting production goals. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, leveraging AI-powered analytics to enhance decision-making and efficiency. Join a mission-driven team dedicated to revolutionizing healthcare and making a real impact in medication accessibility and affordability. If you are a forward-thinker with a passion for procurement, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

401(k) Matching

Paid Time Off

Wellness Perks

IV Therapy

Compounded Medications

Qualifications

• 15+ years of procurement experience in a pharmaceutical environment.
• Strong leadership and supplier management skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversees all direct procurement activities and supplier partnerships.
• Implements data-driven processes to optimize procurement operations.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional Collaboration

Supplier Management

Cost Optimization

Procurement Analytics

AI Utilization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management

Master’s degree

Tools

ERP Systems

Procurement Analytics Tools

Job description

Join to apply for the Director, Direct Procurement role at Empower Pharmacy

4 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Join to apply for the Director, Direct Procurement role at Empower Pharmacy

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.

Location: Houston, Texas 77064, United States

Posted: April 24, 2025

Job Type: Full Time

Req# 4005

Supply Chain

Company Overview

Empower is a visionary healthcare company committed to providing quality, affordable medication to millions of patients across the nation. We hold the distinguished position of being the largest 503A compounding pharmacy and FDA-registered 503B outsourcing facility in the country serving the functional medicine markets.

What sets us apart is our relentless focus on four core values: People, Quality, Service and Innovation. Our dedicated team of professionals collaboratively works to break new ground in the fields of manufacturing, distribution and quality control, providing a uniquely integrated approach to healthcare. Leveraging our vertical integration of the pharmaceutical supply chain, state-of-the-art technology, and a commitment to excellence, we are constantly pushing the boundaries of what is possible in medication accessibility and affordability.

You're not just starting a job; you're joining a mission. We believe in empowering our team to innovate, grow, and drive real change in the healthcare industry. If you're a forward-thinker who thrives in a fast-paced, transformative environment, Empower is the place for you. Here, you’ll be encouraged to share your ideas, expand your skill set, and contribute to projects that genuinely make a difference. We prioritize the well-being of our team members, and we offer a supportive and engaging workplace where your contributions are not just recognized but celebrated.

Let’s revolutionize healthcare, together. Join us and be a part of something extraordinary.

Position Summary

The Director, Procurement oversees all direct procurement activities, including sourcing, negotiating, and managing the supply of raw materials, active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), excipients, and packaging components. This role is responsible for building strong supplier partnerships, ensuring material availability, and supporting production goals through cost-effective and compliant sourcing strategies. Working closely with supply chain, quality, manufacturing, and finance teams, this role ensures that procurement processes are efficient, scalable, and aligned with Empower’s mission to deliver high-quality, affordable medications.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Leads the end-to-end strategy and execution for direct procurement, including sourcing, negotiation, contracting, and performance management for raw materials, APIs, excipients, and packaging components.
• Builds and manages strategic supplier relationships to ensure quality, scalability, and cost efficiency, while leading a high-performing procurement team through mentorship, accountability, and collaboration.
• Collaborates cross-functionally with the enterprise to align procurement strategies with production needs, business goals, and product development timelines.
• Implements data-driven processes to monitor supplier performance, optimize inventory levels, and manage working capital, leveraging artificial intelligence (AI)-powered analytics for demand forecasting and spend visibility, while owning procurement operations within Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems.
• Drives continuous improvement in sourcing operations by identifying automation opportunities, enhancing supplier diversity, and supporting technology implementation across procurement workflows.
  
  

While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is often required to remain in a stationary position for a significant amount of the workday and frequently use their hands and fingers to handle or feel in order to access, input, and retrieve information from the computer and other office productivity devices. The employee is regularly required to move about the office and around the corporate campus. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, and to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.

Knowledge And Skills

• Strong leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills with experience managing suppliers, contracts, and cost optimization.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and procurement analytics tools, with experience using AI to improve decision-making and efficiency.
  
  

Key Competencies

• Customer Focus: Ability to build strong customer relationships and deliver customer centric solutions.
• Optimizes Work Processes: Know the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Collaborates: Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Resourcefulness: Secures and deploys resources effectively and efficiently.
• Manages Complexity: Makes sense of complex, high quality, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.
• Ensures Accountability: Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments and objectives.
• Situational Adaptability: Adapts approach and demeanor in real time to match shifting demands of different situations.
• Communicates Effectively: Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
  
  

Values

• People: Our people define who we are as a company, and we believe that understanding and addressing the needs of our team, clients, and community is fundamental to fostering a culture of support and growth.
• Quality: Quality stands at the core of our mission, reflecting our commitment to excellence in every medication we produce.
• Service: We are here to serve others. Every interaction with our patients, providers, employees and other stakeholders comes from a place of service.
• Innovation: By continuously exploring new methodologies and embracing technology, we ensure that every solution we offer is at the forefront of pharmaceutical care.
  
  

Experience and Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years of procurement experience, with at least 5 years managing direct sourcing in a pharmaceutical or regulated manufacturing environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business administration, or a related field required; Master’s preferred.
• Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) preferred; Certified Purchasing Professional (CPP) preferred; Lean Six Sigma certification (LSS) preferred.
  
  

Employee Benefits, Health, and Wellness

We offer comprehensive benefits to support your health, well-being, and future, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, 401(k) matching, wellness perks, IV therapy, and compounded medications. Learn more: https://careers.empowerpharmacy.com/benefits/

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Purchasing and Supply Chain

• Industries

  Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Empower Pharmacy by 2x

Sign in to set job alerts for “Director of Procurement” roles.

Head of CAPEX Procurement Execution Americas

Head of Procurement & Supply Chain (PSC)

PEPI: Director, Supply Chain: Procurement & Sourcing (OPEN TO ALL U.S. LOCATIONS)

Houston, TX $150,000.00-$225,000.00 2 weeks ago

Director of Operations Order Processing (DOOP)

Director, Logistics and Warehousing 503A

Director, Indirect & Commercial Procurement

Industry Solution Director - Supply Chain

EY-Parthenon - Strategy and Execution - Supply Chain - Director - Multiple Locations

Director - BCG Vantage, AI & Technology in Manufacturing & Supply Chain

ASST DIRECTOR PUBLIC WORKS - STREETS, SOLID WASTE

Global Trade Compliance Director & Counsel

Director, Financial Planning & Analysis - Supply Chain

Houston, TX $141,100.00-$293,900.00 2 weeks ago

Houston, TX $103,900.00-$181,400.00 2 weeks ago

Global Category Manager Information Technology & Digital

Senior Director, Procurement and Strategic Sourcing

We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.