Director of Procurement & Strategic Initiatives

ryansg; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 156,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

Ryan Specialty in Chicago, IL is seeking a Procurement Director to oversee and optimize all procurement activities, ensuring strategies and programs align with internal budgets and company objectives. You will lead teams focusing on procurement of goods and services and collaborate with stakeholders to leverage knowledge, relationships, and investments effectively.

The role requires 12–15 years in procurement, 5+ years of leadership, and familiarity with supplier management, contract oversight,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred.
• 12-15 years of experience in Procurement or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in managing a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to a team of procurement professionals to develop comprehensive strategies.
• Engage with senior leaders to align procurement strategies with business objectives.
• Drive cost savings and improve supplier performance.
• Lead major supplier contract/price negotiations and collaborate with strategic suppliers.
• Develop reports on spend by category, vendor, and business unit.
• Recruit, hire, evaluate, train and retain procurement staff.

Skills

Insurance knowledge

MS Office

Cost reduction techniques

Procurement

Contract management

Procurement tools

KPI tracking

Financial management

Spend management software

Process improvement

Vendor management

Analytical

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Cost Reduction Techniques

Procurement Tools

Job description

Ryan Specialty in Chicago, IL is seeking a Procurement Director to oversee and optimize all procurement activities, ensuring strategies and programs align with internal budgets and company objectives. You will lead teams focusing on procurement of goods and services and collaborate with stakeholders to leverage knowledge, relationships, and investments effectively.

The role requires 12–15 years in procurement, 5+ years of leadership, and familiarity with supplier management, contract oversight,