Director, Procurement

Playfly Sports; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Playfly Sports is seeking a Director of Procurement in hybrid capacity based in New York, NY. This role emphasizes strategic leadership in procurement, including vendor management, cost reduction initiatives, and compliance.

The ideal candidate will have 8-12 years of experience, proficiency in procurement systems, and strong negotiation skills. A Bachelor's degree in Business or related fields is required, with an advanced degree preferred.

Offering a competitive salary range of $120,000—$130,000 USD, this position provides a significant opportunity to impact procurement practices.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8-12 years of direct experience in progressive procurement or strategic sourcing.
• Experience managing multimillion dollar spend portfolios.
• Confident and creative team player.

Responsibilities

• Drive functional excellence in procurement through standard processes and category management.
• Lead supplier selection, contract negotiation, and vendor performance management.
• Develop strategic governance and supplier management frameworks.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Financial skills

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or related field

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Procurement systems

ERP systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Director, Procurement

New York, NY • Hybrid

What You'll Accomplish

• Strategic Leadership
  • Drive functional excellence in procurement including use of standard sourcing processes, category management, engagement of low-cost country suppliers, risk mitigation, and supplier relationship management
  • Develop the procurement strategy and objectives for category sourcing that aligns with company goals, and ensure effective execution against agreed strategy
  • Establish sourcing plans that optimize cost, quality, service levels, and risk
  • Identify opportunities for consolidation, standardization, and long‑term supplier partnerships
  • Work with business leaders to identify, assess, qualify, and develop new suppliers needed for new product and service introductions
  • Build out comprehensive procurement knowledge of the marketplace, benchmarks, and industry best practices for global categories
• Vendor Negotiation & Management
  • Lead supplier selection, contract negotiation, and performance management of vendors
  • Oversee RFI, RFP contract development, review processes and utilize appropriate support tools to enhance sustainability
  • Build and maintain strategic relationships with key vendors
  • Implement vendor scorecards and performance metrics
  • Ensure contractual compliance and manage renewals and renegotiations
  • Gather and analyze feedback regarding product quality and supplier performance on a frequent basis
• Cost Management and Savings Initiatives
  • Drive cost reduction initiatives and measurable savings programs
  • Conduct market analysis and benchmarking to support negotiation strategy
  • Oversee total cost of ownership analysis across major spend categories
  • Responsible for the overall delivery of savings and operational targets and KPIs to the organization
  • Establish and run a robust supplier management process across the procurement lifecycle and actively address under-performance
• Operational Excellence
  • Establish and standardize procurement processes and implement best practices, including tracking procurement activity and monitoring savings of procurement initiatives
  • Conduct monthly procurement reviews with business and functional leaders
  • Ensure timely and accurate purchasing workflows
  • Leverage procurement systems and tools to improve efficiency and reporting
  • Establish clear policies, controls, and governance frameworks
  • Develop strategic governance and supplier management framework for managing key supplier relationships and escalations
• Risk and Compliance
  • Identify and mitigate supply chain and vendor risks
  • Ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements
  • Maintain proper documentation and audit readiness
• Leadership and Team Development
  • Recruit, mentor, and develop procurement team members
  • Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
  • Partner with Finance, Legal, Operations, and other departments to support business needs

What You'll Bring

• Minimum of 8-12 years of direct experience in progressive procurement or strategic sourcing
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or related field; advanced degree preferred
• Strong negotiation and contract management expertise
• Experience managing multimillion dollar spend portfolios
• Proficiency with procurement and ERP systems
• Excellent analytical, financial, and communication skills
• Proficiency in all Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Confident and creative team player
• Possess positive attitude and hands‑on approach with team members, clients, and vendors
• Extremely detail‑oriented, with strong organizational, multi‑tasking, decision‑making and problem‑solving skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills, and executive presence

Compensation

Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and specific work location. This may vary in other locations due to differences in the cost of labor.

The Base Pay Range for this role is: $120,000—$130,000 USD

EEOC & Diversity Statement

Playfly Sports affirms that inequality is detrimental to our associates, our clients, and the communities we serve. Our goal is to impact lasting change through our actions. Together, we unite for equality and equity. Playfly Sports is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of any protected characteristic, including race, color, genetic information, creed, national origin, religion, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lawful alien status, ancestry, age, marital status, or protected veteran status and will not discriminate against anyone on the basis of a disability. We support an inclusive workplace where associates excel based on personal merit, qualifications, experience, ability, and job performance.

Accommodations

Playfly Sports is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals, and as part of this commitment, will ensure persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [e-mail].

Additional Information

We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this role at this time.

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