Global Procurement Director: Strategy, Sourcing & Growth

AMVAC U.S.; Alabama; On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Life and Disability Insurance

401(k) + Employee Stock Purchase Plan

HSA / FSA

Job summary

American Vanguard (AMVAC) is seeking a Director of Procurement to lead category management across direct and indirect sourcing in crop, non-crop, and biologicals. Reporting to the SVP of Operations, you will shape sourcing strategy for raw materials, contract manufacturing, and MRO while driving supplier relationships, cost optimization, and compliance with industry standards.

You will mentor procurement teams, align plans with global growth objectives, and collaborate with R&D, manufacturing,

Qualifications

• 10+ years in global procurement; agrochemical experience preferred.
• Experience with direct and indirect sourcing across crop, non-crop, and biologicals.
• Proven leadership in managing teams and cost-saving initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Develop sourcing strategies for direct and indirect categories including raw materials, tolling, and MRO.
• Lead execution of category strategies with supplier selection, contract negotiations, and performance management.
• Improve forecasting and lead times in chemical procurement; drive predictive demand planning and supplier integration.
• Mentor purchasing teams; drive performance through coaching and alignment with business objectives.
• Build strong supplier relationships, ensure quality, compliance, and favorable terms.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities, mitigate procurement risks, and monitor market trends to address disruptions.
• Collaborate with R&D, Manufacturing, Regulatory, and Supply Chain to align procurement with business needs.

Skills

Procurement leadership

Cost-saving initiatives

Cross-functional collaboration

Supplier relationship management

Forecasting & demand planning

Contract negotiations

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain

APICS CPP or CSCP

Job description

American Vanguard (AMVAC) is seeking a Director of Procurement to lead category management across direct and indirect sourcing in crop, non-crop, and biologicals. Reporting to the SVP of Operations, you will shape sourcing strategy for raw materials, contract manufacturing, and MRO while driving supplier relationships, cost optimization, and compliance with industry standards.

You will mentor procurement teams, align plans with global growth objectives, and collaborate with R&D, manufacturing,