Director of Procurement

Taleo; Jerome, Northern (ID, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Disability insurance

Life insurance

FSA

Supplemental insurance

Vacation

Holiday pay

PTO

401(k) match

Job summary

Taleo in Idaho seeks a Director of Procurement to lead the development and execution of our procurement strategy, focusing on ingredients and packaging for our ice cream and blending initiatives.

You will mentor the procurement team, manage supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, monitor KPIs, and ensure compliance across operations, finance, and legal.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in SCM or related field; Master’s preferred.
• 10+ years procurement leadership experience.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Coupa, Oracle) and supplier management.
• Strong negotiation and stakeholder collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive procurement strategy.
• Lead Procurement team and mentor staff.
• Oversee supplier selection, contract negotiations, and performance.
• Monitor procurement KPIs and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with Finance, Operations, Legal on governance and risk.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Contract management

Vendor management

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Communication

ERP systems

Procurement analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Master's degree preferred

Tools

SAP

Coupa

Oracle

Job description

BENEFITS:

• We are delighted to offer a comprehensive benefits package that encompasses Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Supplemental Insurance, Vacation, Holiday Pay, Personal Time Off (PTO), and a 401(k) plan with a company match. Eligibility and waiting periods may apply.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Director of Procurement is a senior leadership role responsible for developing and executing the organization’s procurement strategy. The Director will lead cross-functional initiatives, manage strategic vendor relationships, and drive continuous improvement across procurement operations. The Director will lead and manage all procurement-related activities with integrity and accuracy and develop and guide team members to achieve goals. Initially, a substantial focus will be on developing a strategic supply base covering ingredients and packaging for the new ice cream and blending business.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, DUTIES AND PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Leadership & Strategy

• Develop and implement a comprehensive procurement strategy aligned with organizational objectives.
• Lead and mentor the Procurement team, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to forecast procurement needs and budget planning.

Operational Oversight

• Ensure efficient procurement processes, compliance with policies, and adherence to regulatory requirements.
• Oversee contract negotiations, supplier selection, and performance evaluations.
• Monitor procurement KPIs and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Ensure procurement records are accurate and up to date, including contracts and supplier performance metrics.

Strategic Sourcing

• Develop and implement sourcing strategies to ensure the organization's procurement needs are met in a cost-effective, timely manner, initially focusing on ice cream and blending procurement needs.
• Develop market analysis, supplier benchmarking, and category management strategies.

Risk Management & Compliance

• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, legal standards, and ethical sourcing practices.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Finance, Operations, Legal, and other departments to align procurement activities with business needs.
• Lead procurement-related change management and system implementations.

POSITION SPECIFICATIONS/QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• 10+ years of progressive experience in procurement, including leadership roles.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong knowledge of strategic sourcing, contract law, and supplier management.
• Relevant experience in food ingredient sourcing, including dairy, packaging, and strategic vendor management.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and analytical skills.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Coupa, Oracle) and procurement analytics.

Physical Requirements:

• Subject to up to at least 92db’s.
• Lifting: up to 20 lbs. occasionally.
• Walking: Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, on a regular basis.
• Reaching: Extending hands and arms in any direction.
• Stooping: Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist occasionally.
• Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. Those activities that must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly.