Global IT Procurement Director: Strategy & Cost Leadership

skechers; Manhattan Beach (CA); On-site; USD 165,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

Skechers in Southern California is seeking a Director of Procurement to lead global sourcing across materials, services, and indirect spend. You will develop strategies, drive cost savings, and ensure quality while guiding a team of buyers, specialists, and analysts in a fast‑moving, value‑driven supply chain.

You will collaborate with finance, legal, operations and business units to optimize processes, implement procurement technology and analytics, and ensure regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance or related; advanced degree preferred.
• 7–10+ years in procurement and supply chain with strategic sourcing and cost reduction.
• 3–5 years of leadership experience managing and developing teams.
• Strong analytical and financial analysis skills with budget management.
• Excellent negotiation and contract management with procurement compliance.
• Proficiency with procurement systems, platforms and data analytics tools.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills across all levels.
• Certifications (CPSM/CPPO/APICS/PMP) and supplier diversity experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic procurement plans aligned with Skechers’ growth.
• Lead procurement team members including buyers, specialists, and analysts.
• Conduct strategic sourcing, supplier evaluations, negotiations, and vendor management.
• Drive cost optimization programs while maintaining quality and supplier performance.
• Establish procurement policies, procedures, and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with finance, legal, operations, and business units.
• Implement procurement tech, data analytics, and KPIs to measure performance.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Procurement systems

Job description

Skechers in Southern California is seeking a Director of Procurement to lead global sourcing across materials, services, and indirect spend. You will develop strategies, drive cost savings, and ensure quality while guiding a team of buyers, specialists, and analysts in a fast‑moving, value‑driven supply chain.

You will collaborate with finance, legal, operations and business units to optimize processes, implement procurement technology and analytics, and ensure regulatory compliance.