Director, Indirect Procurement - Transport & Warehousing

LHH; Mount Prospect (IL); On-site; USD 200,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Job summary

A leading procurement organization is looking for a Director of Procurement to lead strategic sourcing and supplier management. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of experience in procurement, particularly in transportation and facilities services. Responsibilities include driving cost savings, managing supplier relationships, and developing a high-performing team. The position requires strong leadership and effective negotiation skills, with potential travel of up to 25%. Compensation ranges from $200k to $240k.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of procurement and/or supply chain leadership experience.
• Direct experience procuring transportation services (OTR & ocean), warehousing, utilities, and facilities.
• Proven success leading indirect sourcing strategies.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross‑functional strategic sourcing initiatives across indirect spend categories.
• Deliver annual cost savings and value creation.
• Monitor market trends and supplier dynamics.

Skills

Procurement leadership

Stakeholder influence

Negotiation skills

Supplier relationship management

Job description

A leading procurement organization is looking for a Director of Procurement to lead strategic sourcing and supplier management. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of experience in procurement, particularly in transportation and facilities services. Responsibilities include driving cost savings, managing supplier relationships, and developing a high-performing team. The position requires strong leadership and effective negotiation skills, with potential travel of up to 25%. Compensation ranges from $200k to $240k.