Global Procurement & Sourcing Director (Remote)

J.D. Power; Michigan; Hybrid; USD 207,000 - 267,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Retirement savings programs

Paid time off

Job summary

JD Power is seeking a Senior Director, Procurement & Sourcing to lead our global procurement function, focusing on efficiency, governance, and value across technology, software, and indirect spend. This remote role reports to the VP, Finance & FP&A and supports regional priorities in North America and Europe.

You will develop and execute sourcing strategy, oversee vendor management, negotiate contracts, manage risk, and mentor a high-performing team of sourcing professionals.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of progressive experience in procurement, sourcing, or vendor management, including at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Proven experience managing global or multi-region procurement, ideally with exposure to European markets.
• Strong background in IT/software procurement — SaaS, enterprise systems, licensing, and managed services.
• Demonstrated success in contract negotiation, cost optimization, and supplier performance management.
• Strategic thinker with excellent business acumen and strong cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, technology-driven or global enterprise environment preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or related field; MBA or professional certification (e.g., CPSM, CIPS) is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the global procurement and sourcing strategy aligned with corporate objectives.
• Lead sourcing for technology, software, and professional services, including enterprise systems, SaaS, and infrastructure contracts.
• Build and manage relationships with key suppliers, ensuring competitive pricing, performance, and compliance.
• Partner with IT, Finance, Legal, and Business Operations to optimize supplier lifecycle management and risk mitigation.
• Establish category management frameworks and performance KPIs for cost, quality, and delivery.
• Drive adoption of procurement best practices across regions, ensuring consistency while allowing local flexibility.
• Oversee global RFP processes, contract negotiations, and renewal strategies.
• Support procurement governance, supplier diversity initiatives, and ESG sourcing goals.
• Mentor and develop a high-performing team of sourcing professionals.

Skills

Global procurement leadership

IT/software procurement

Contract negotiation

Vendor management

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional collaboration

Strategic thinking

Cost optimization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or related field

MBA or CPSM/CIPS certification asset

Job description

JD Power is seeking a Senior Director, Procurement & Sourcing to lead our global procurement function, focusing on efficiency, governance, and value across technology, software, and indirect spend. This remote role reports to the VP, Finance & FP&A and supports regional priorities in North America and Europe.

You will develop and execute sourcing strategy, oversee vendor management, negotiate contracts, manage risk, and mentor a high-performing team of sourcing professionals.