Global Procurement Director - MRO Maintenance & Damage

Avis Budget Group; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 170,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401K retirement plan with company match

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability insurance

Employee discounts on car rentals

Access to Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

A major automotive rental company is seeking a Global Procurement Director for its Detroit location. This role involves leading the global sourcing strategy for automotive parts and maintenance, requiring over 10 years of procurement experience and expertise in MRO. The successful candidate will manage supplier relationships, ensure compliance, and drive cost savings. Key benefits include paid time off, a competitive 401K plan, and various insurance options, with an annual salary between $170,000 - $210,000.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive procurement experience, specifically in MRO and auto parts.
• Proven experience with sourcing strategies across fragmented supplier bases.
• Solid negotiation and contracting skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of global sourcing and supplier strategy.
• Monitor supplier performance and ensure accountability.
• Collaborate with operations and finance to meet business needs.

Skills

MRO expertise

Supplier relationship management

Stakeholder management

Negotiation skills

Analytical abilities

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree (MBA or equivalent)

Job description

Here at Avis Budget Group, you will be joining a team of 25,000 driven people, performing with purpose. Together, we’re moving the future of transportation forward with our innovative, customer-focused solutions. Our culture is performance driven, where we encourage and support each other to be at our best through leadership, training, tools, and rewards. We are proud to make a positive difference to the lives of our colleagues, customers, and communities where we operate.

Position Summary

The Global Procurement Director - MRO Maintenance & Damage Automotive Parts will lead the development of the global sourcing and supplier strategy for Avis Budget Group’s global spend across hundreds of rental locations. This role is responsible for developing and supporting the execution of end to end category procurement strategies, managing supplier performance, and driving cost savings while ensuring operational excellence. The position requires deep expertise in MRO / automotive parts as well as vended maintenance as well as strong collaboration skills to align with cross-functional stakeholders.

What you’ll do

• Develop and implement comprehensive aligned sourcing strategies for MRO / auto parts as well as vended maintenance
• Ensure the development of agreements and supplier relationships which secure competitive terms and conditions to mitigate risks related to cost volatility, regulations, and market dynamics.
• Drive compliance to sourcing strategies across a fragmented supplier base, ensuring consistency, efficiency, and delivery of savings goals.
• Build and maintain supplier relationships through Supplier Relationship Management (SRM), maximizing value across cost, service, and quality.

Operational & Global Alignment

• Work closely with the regional and local procurement operations teams to ensure development of the most cost-efficient, service optimized supply chains from suppliers to retail sites which includes creation and operationalization of best in class inventory management processes
• Support the development and implementation of standardized international procurement practices.
• Share and leverage cross-market best practices to enhance global procurement performance.
• Collaborate closely with operations, finance, and global procurement teams to ensure strategies meet business needs and deliver measurable outcomes.

Risk & Performance Management

• Monitor supplier performance, ensuring accountability to service levels, quality standards, and contractual obligations.
• Proactively identify and address supply chain, labor, and cost-related risks.
• Develop and report on KPIs to measure savings, compliance, and overall supplier effectiveness.

You should apply if you bring

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree (MBA or equivalent) preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive procurement experience, with expertise in MRO, auto parts, vended maintenance industries
• Proven success in building and executing sourcing strategies across fragmented supplier bases, including driving compliance and alignment.
• Strong stakeholder management and collaboration skills with the ability to influence across functions and levels.
• Solid negotiation, contracting, and supplier relationship management skills.
• Strong analytical and communication abilities with a track record of delivering business-aligned procurement outcomes.

Benefits you’ll receive

• Paid time off
• 401K retirement plan with company matched contributions
• Access to Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability insurance
• Eligible to elect other voluntary benefits including: Group Legal, Identity Theft, Insurance, FSA, additional life insurance coverages
• Contribute up to $260 as a tax free benefit for public transportation or parking expenses
• Employee discounts, including discounted prices on purchase of Avis / Budget cars
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program for services including counseling, financial and legal consultation, referrals for care service, and more

The annual starting salary for this position is between $170,000 - $210,000 annually. Factors that may affect starting pay within this range include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

The fine print

Avis Budget Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other category protected by applicable law.

This advertisement does not constitute a promise or guarantee of employment. This advertisement describes the general nature and level of this position only. Essential functions and responsibilities may change as business needs require. The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law. This position may be with any affiliate of Avis Budget Group.