Director, Strategic Sourcing & Procurement

Director, Strategic Sourcing & Procurement

About the Company

About the Role

Responsibilities

• Leadership

  : Provide guidance & thought leadership across all aspects of strategic sourcing and procurement. Attract, hire and develop talent to support the goals and mission of the team.

• Operations Management

  : Provide strategic oversight and governance for tactical procurement operations on a global scale.

• Strategic Stakeholder Management

  : Navigate, develop, and embed relationships at multiple levels within supply base and across stakeholder base. Seek to understand and recognize business needs and challenges, building these into strategic plans and initiatives.

• Localized Category & Strategy Leadership

  : Ensure best-in-class procurement category strategies are developed and implemented. Work in close partnership with global category leaders to develop and oversee an effective strategic sourcing and supplier management program. Work with the supply base on innovative approaches and partnerships.

• Market Analysis

  : Stay informed about market trends, industry benchmarks, and the competitive landscape to make informed decisions and maintain a competitive advantage.

• Continuous Improvement

  : Stay updated on procurement technology trends and support the implementation of procurement tools and systems that streamline processes and improve operations aligned to the strategy and direction of GSP technology and process improvement vision and roadmap.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of Strategic Sourcing and Procurement experience, including 6+ years in a leadership capacity
• Broad category experience, including Technology, Marketing and Retail Operations preferred
• Bachelor’s/master’s degree in finance, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field
• Experience in Category Management, Contract Management, Supplier Relationship Management and Purchasing
• Strategic individual with exceptional stakeholder engagement, critical thinking, communication and negotiation skills
• Demonstrated expertise in managing and nurturing senior leadership relationships, including suppliers, clients and internal teams, to foster collaboration and ensure alignment with business objectives
• Strong understanding of business operations and financial principles, with the ability to assess market trends, develop budgets, and make data-driven decisions to achieve business objectives
• Outstanding team building and leadership skills

Your Life and Career at Saks Global:

• Exposure to rewarding career advancement opportunities
• A culture that promotes a healthy, fulfilling work/life balance
• Benefits package for all eligible full-time employees (including medical, vision and dental).
• An amazing employee discount