Director, Strategic Procurement & Sourcing

Alvarez & Marsal; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 150,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

Alvarez & Marsal is seeking a Director within Private Equity Performance Improvement to lead procurement and sourcing initiatives for portfolio companies across the US. The role emphasizes strategic sourcing, supplier management, and cross-functional collaboration with PE teams.

The candidate brings 10–15+ years in consulting or industry, has direct materials experience, and MBA is preferred. Expect substantial travel (up to 80%) to drive value and EBITDA improvement in a dynamic PE environment.

Qualifications

• 10-15+ years of combined consulting and/or industry operating experience.
• Previous advisory experience from a top-tier strategy firm or Big-4 REQUIRED.
• MBA preferred; experience with private equity sponsors and portfolio companies.
• Willingness to travel up to 80% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver project workstreams for complex engagements with Private Equity teams.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with forecasting, demand/supply planning, and logistics.
• Identify and implement sourcing improvements for portfolio companies.
• Lead supplier identification, negotiations, and vendor relations.
• Oversee analysis and/or lead teams to deliver results.

Skills

Communication skills

Excel/PowerPoint

Project management

Initiative

Critical thinking

Time management

Creative thinking

Client relationships

Presentation skills

Education

MBA

Experience: 10-15+ years

Strategy consulting or Big-4

Direct materials industry knowledge

PE sponsor/portfolio experience

Job description

Alvarez & Marsal is seeking a Director within Private Equity Performance Improvement to lead procurement and sourcing initiatives for portfolio companies across the US. The role emphasizes strategic sourcing, supplier management, and cross-functional collaboration with PE teams.

The candidate brings 10–15+ years in consulting or industry, has direct materials experience, and MBA is preferred. Expect substantial travel (up to 80%) to drive value and EBITDA improvement in a dynamic PE environment.