Global IT Procurement Leader - Strategic Sourcing & Savings

Skechers USA, Inc.; Hermosa Beach (CA); On-site; USD 165,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

Skechers USA, Inc. is seeking a Director of Procurement in Southern California to lead strategic procurement across materials, services and indirect spend.

You will guide a team of buyers, specialists, and analysts, driving cost reductions and ensuring supplier performance in a global supply chain. The role requires 7–10+ years in procurement with leadership experience, strong negotiation skills, and proficiency in procurement systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 7–10+ years in procurement and supply chain with strategic sourcing and cost reduction.
• 3–5 years of leadership/management experience.
• Strong analytical and budgeting capabilities.
• Excellent negotiation and contract management skills; regulatory compliance knowledge.
• Proficiency with procurement software and data analytics tools.
• Strong communication and collaboration across organizational levels.
• Certifications (CPSM, CPPO, APICS, PMP) and supplier diversity experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic procurement plans and sourcing strategies.
• Lead and manage procurement team members including buyers, specialists, and analysts.
• Conduct strategic sourcing initiatives, supplier evaluations, contract negotiations, and vendor management.
• Drive cost optimization programs while maintaining quality and supplier performance.
• Establish and maintain procurement policies, procedures, and compliance standards.
• Partner with finance, legal, operations, and business units to support initiatives.
• Implement procurement technology, data analytics, and KPIs to drive improvements.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Cost reduction

Team leadership

Contract negotiations

Supplier relationship management

Data analytics

Budget management

Cross-functional collaboration

Procurement systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Supply Chain/Finance

Advanced degree preferred

Professional certifications (CPSM, CPPO, APICS, PMP)

Tools

SAP Ariba

Coupa

ERP procurement systems

Job description

Skechers USA, Inc. is seeking a Director of Procurement in Southern California to lead strategic procurement across materials, services and indirect spend.

You will guide a team of buyers, specialists, and analysts, driving cost reductions and ensuring supplier performance in a global supply chain. The role requires 7–10+ years in procurement with leadership experience, strong negotiation skills, and proficiency in procurement systems.