Director of Procurement & Spend Strategy

Ladders; United States; A distancia; USD 140.000 - 150.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive health coverage

Remote work flexibility

401(k) with employer match

Descripción de la vacante

Ladders is seeking a Director of Procurement & Spend Strategy to lead spend optimization across a mission-driven organization. The role focuses on vendor management, policy creation, and education of senior leaders on procurement standards, with a remote-first arrangement in the United States.

The position requires 8–10 years in indirect procurement, a track record of substantial savings, and strong collaboration with finance and legal teams.

Formación

• 8-10 years of experience in indirect procurement, strategic sourcing, or supply chain management
• Experience in leading and managing procurement teams
• Proven experience managing $15M to $30M+ in addressable spend with 150+ vendor contracts
• Track record of delivering measurable cost savings and working capital optimization in SaaS or high-growth environments
• Expertise in contract literacy and collaboration with legal teams on complex agreements
• Understanding of various software licensing models and procurement tools
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Finance, Business Administration, or Economics is preferred

Responsabilidades

• Lead and develop the Procurement Manager and establish clear workflows
• Develop and implement strategies for cost optimization across vendor categories
• Collaborate with the CFO to analyze expenditures and optimize spending
• Create and enforce procurement policies and intake workflows organization-wide
• Manage approximately 150 vendor relationships and negotiate contracts effectively
• Implement procurement digital tools, including Contract Lifecycle Management software
• Educate senior leadership on procurement procedures and financial accountability

Conocimientos

Leadership

Vendor management

Strategic thinking

Negotiation

Educación

Bachelor's degree in SCM/Finance/Business/Economics

Herramientas

Contract Lifecycle Management

Descripción del empleo

For our client, we are seeking a Director of Procurement & Spend Strategy to join the team of a leader in the Education, Government & Non-Profit space.

This leader will shape procurement strategy across a complex, mission-driven organization, with a strong focus on spend optimization, vendor management, and operational discipline. The role will partner closely with finance and legal stakeholders to improve purchasing processes, strengthen contract practices, and drive measurable savings. It is well suited for someone who can balance strategic thinking with hands‑on execution while building scalable procurement workflows. The person in this role will also help educate senior leaders on procurement standards and financial accountability.

Location: Remote

Compensation: $140,000 – $150,000 annually

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Procurement Manager and establish clear workflows
• Develop and implement strategies for cost optimization across vendor categories
• Collaborate with the CFO to analyze expenditures and optimize spending
• Create and enforce procurement policies and intake workflows organization-wide
• Manage approximately 150 vendor relationships and negotiate contracts effectively
• Implement procurement digital tools, including Contract Lifecycle Management software
• Educate senior leadership on procurement procedures and financial accountability

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of experience in indirect procurement, strategic sourcing, or supply chain management
• Experience in leading and managing procurement teams
• Proven experience managing $15M to $30M+ in addressable spend with 150+ vendor contracts
• Track record of delivering measurable cost savings and working capital optimization, preferably in SaaS or high‑growth environments
• Expertise in contract literacy and collaboration with legal teams on complex agreements
• Understanding of various software licensing models and procurement tools
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Finance, Business Administration, or Economics is preferred

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage, including support for gender affirmation care needs
• Access to mental health resources and virtual care options
• 403(b) retirement plan with a 3% employer match, vesting over three years
• Generous paid time off and designated company holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for emotional support and work‑life solutions
• Remote work flexibility with provided technology and internet reimbursement

Our client is an equal opportunity employer.