Executive Director of Procurement

Job Summary

Seeking a strategic and execution-oriented Executive Director of Procurement, the full-time position will design and lead a best-in-class procurement function to optimize costs, enhance operational efficiency, and foster strategic vendor partnerships, with the flexibility to work remotely or in New York.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and execute enterprise-wide sourcing strategies across key spend categories and lead vendor selection processes
• Oversee complex commercial negotiations and standardize contracting frameworks in partnership with Legal
• Design scalable procurement processes and implement best-in-class systems for procurement operations

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, procurement, engineering, finance, life sciences, or a related field; MBA preferred
• 13+ years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, and supply chain leadership within life sciences or biotech
• Proven expertise in contract negotiation, vendor management, and process optimization
• Strong financial acumen, including budgeting and forecasting skills
• Demonstrated ability to build procurement functions from the ground up and deliver measurable cost savings