Director of Purchasing

Location: Franklin, TN (Relocation assistance available) - Hybrid

Our client is seeking a strategic Procurement leader with Fabricated Components/Raw Materials purchasing experience and exceptional expertise in project management, supplier engagement, market transformation, NPI and R&D.

Key Responsibilities

• Procurement Strategy & Execution:
• Develop and execute procurement strategies aligned with the business roadmap and global procurement goals, ensuring supplier quality and competitive advantage.
• Supplier Management:
• Foster robust supplier relationships to enhance innovation, resilience, and value creation. Leverage market insights for strategic supplier selection.
• Team Leadership:
• Manage and empower a team of procurement leaders, cultivating collaboration across adjacent organizations to deliver strategic outcomes.
• Innovation Leadership:
• Act as a key player in offer innovation processes by leveraging deep technical knowledge and championing continuous learning within the team.
• Market & Risk Analysis:
• Align supplier market opportunities and risks with business strategies. Implement category strategies to optimize performance and mitigate risks.
• Operational Excellence:
• Drive key performance metrics, including cost, time-to-market, standardization, and supplier innovation. Ensure effective resource allocation and issue escalation to relevant stakeholders.
• Collaboration & Advocacy:
• Partner with R&D and product management teams to drive design-for-manufacturing (DFM) initiatives. Advocate for standardization and technical productivity.
• Travel Expectations:
• Up to 30% travel within North America.

Qualifications

• Educational Background:
• Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Electronics Engineering, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• Industry Expertise:
• 10+ years of experience in fabricated components/raw materials procurement, including NPI, brand labeling, and managing sheet metal commodities.
• Leadership Experience:
• Proven success managing global teams and fostering high-performance cultures.
• Strategic & Technical Skills:
• Strong strategic vision with expertise in mechanical categories, supplier capacity management, and raw materials.
• Communication & Negotiation:
• Exceptional negotiation and analytical skills, with the ability to communicate effectively across diverse perspectives.
• Language Proficiency:
• Fluency in English; Spanish proficiency is a plus.