Senior Director Procurement

The Senior Director Procurement  will lead and oversee the global indirect procurement strategy for a FinTech company operating across multiple entities.

This role will be responsible for optimizing procurement operations, driving cost efficiencies, ensuring compliance, and enhancing supplier relationships.

The ideal candidate will be a strategic leader with deep expertise in global sourcing, contract negotiations, procurement technology, and risk management, capable of managing a geographically distributed team.

What you’ll be spending your time on:  

• Develop and execute a global indirect procurement strategy aligned with the company’s financial and operational objectives.
• Manage and enforce procurement policies, governance, and compliance frameworks.
• Lead and manage a global team of procurement professionals across multiple regions.
• Maintain procurement best practices across multiple entities to optimize cost, quality, and supplier performance.
• Manage and supervise procurement automation and digital transformation, ensuring seamless procurement operations.
• Partner with finance, legal, IT, HR, and other business units to align procurement with company-wide goals.

• Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships, ensuring strategic partnerships that deliver value.
• Oversee global contract negotiations, renewals, and compliance, ensuring favorable terms.
• Manage supplier risk management initiatives to mitigate operational and financial risks.

• Implement data-driven decision-making for procurement activities to enhance efficiency and visibility.

Have you done this kind of stuff?  

• 10+ years of procurement experience, with at least 5+ years in a senior leadership role.
• Extensive experience managing indirect procurement in a FinTech, technology, or financial services environment.
• Proven expertise in global sourcing, supplier negotiations, and contract management.
• Strong understanding of procurement technology, digital procurement tools, and automation platforms.
• Experience leading a global team and managing procurement across multiple entities.
• Deep knowledge of procurement compliance, risk management, and regulatory requirements.
• Strong analytical and financial acumen with experience in spend management and cost reduction strategies.
• Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Experience with procurement in a fast-scaling environment.
• Familiarity with ERP and procurement software – Coupa, Zip and Microsoft Dynamics BC.
• MBA or relevant procurement certifications (CPSM, CIPS, etc.).
  
  
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