Strategic Director, Direct Procurement (Remote)

Ladders; United States; Remote; USD 172,000 - 203,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Senior executive exposure

Collaborative environment

Mentorship and coaching

Job summary

Ladders is seeking a Sr Director Analyst, Direct Procurement to shape strategic insights for enterprise leaders in the IT space. The role translates market trends and procurement transformation themes into practical guidance, and includes presenting thought leadership to external audiences.

The position is remote for US-based candidates, with compensation ranging from $172,000 to $202,500 annually and opportunities to influence client engagement and commercial priorities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain, procurement, engineering, business, economics, or related field.
• 15+ years of progressive direct procurement and supply chain leadership experience.
• Executive advisory experience supporting CPOs, CSCOs, CFOs, and senior executives.
• Expertise in direct materials sourcing, commodity strategy, and procurement transformation.
• Exceptional analytical, presentation, research, and communication skills.
• Manufacturing background in CPG or heavy industry with global procurement footprints.

Responsibilities

• Create insightful content for clients on direct procurement topics.
• Develop actionable strategies addressing client needs and accelerating decisions.
• Conduct in-depth analysis to identify barriers and drive strategic thinking.
• Establish thought leadership across a team of analysts.
• Research and forecast market trends to provide actionable client insights.
• Deliver high-value presentations at events and client briefings.
• Support sales by providing market insights that strengthen client engagement.

Skills

Executive advisory

Analytical skills

Presentation skills

Research skills

Communication skills

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain, procurement, engineering, business, economics, or related field

Job description

Ladders is seeking a Sr Director Analyst, Direct Procurement to shape strategic insights for enterprise leaders in the IT space. The role translates market trends and procurement transformation themes into practical guidance, and includes presenting thought leadership to external audiences.

The position is remote for US-based candidates, with compensation ranging from $172,000 to $202,500 annually and opportunities to influence client engagement and commercial priorities.