Director of Procurement

Our client has been a leader in high-performance lubricants since 1951. They are entering their next phase of growth and are seeking a Director of Procurement to lead sourcing strategy, supplier partnerships, and supply continuity across the enterprise.If you want to step into a blank-slate opportunity to build, optimize, and lead this function, keep reading.The RoleYou will lead procurement across direct materials, MRO, and indirect spend, owning strategy from supplier selection through contract execution and performance management.You'll sit at the center of the business, working closely with Operations, Engineering, Quality, and Commercial teams to ensure the right materials are in place to support growth, product performance, and margin.What You'll Be Responsible ForBuild and execute sourcing strategies across base oils, additives, packaging, and MROLead end-to-end sourcing: RFx, negotiations, total cost modeling, and supplier onboardingDevelop a resilient, multi-source supply base with strong risk mitigation plansNegotiate complex agreements, including index-based pricing structuresPartner with Operations and Planning to ensure material availability and inventory optimizationEstablish and track procurement KPIs (cost savings, OTIF, supplier quality, inventory turns, etc.)Lead supplier quality and performance initiatives in partnership with Quality and HSEBuild and develop a high-performing procurement teamDrive process improvement, systems utilization, and data-driven decision makingWhat Success Looks Like (First 12 Months)Improved cost structure without compromising product qualityStronger supplier partnerships and reduced supply riskIncreased visibility into spend, performance, and forecastingProcurement operating as a true strategic partner to the businessWhat We're Looking For7+ years of progressive procurement or strategic sourcing leadershipExperience in manufacturing environments, ideally in chemicals, lubricants, or related industriesDeep understanding of direct materials sourcing tied to production/formulationsProven track record in negotiating complex supplier agreementsStrong financial and analytical capability (total cost of ownership mindset)Experience leading teams and influencing cross-functional stakeholdersIf you've been looking for a role where you can own the strategy, shape the function, and make a visible impact, this is it.

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