Director of Procurement

Description We are looking for a strategic procurement leader to oversee sourcing initiatives and supplier partnerships for a growing manufacturing organization in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. This position will guide purchasing strategy across critical material and finished goods categories while helping the business improve cost performance, service reliability, and product quality. The role works closely with operations, planning, and commercial stakeholders to support demand, strengthen supply continuity, and contribute to long-term growth. Responsibilities: u2022 Create and lead category sourcing plans that support business objectives related to cost efficiency, product quality, service expectations, and supply continuity. u2022 Direct supplier negotiations and oversee agreement terms to secure favorable pricing, commercial protections, and dependable performance. u2022 Build productive vendor relationships that encourage accountability, innovation, and consistent delivery across key spend areas. u2022 Monitor supplier results using metrics tied to quality, lead time, service, and total cost, and take action when performance gaps arise. u2022 Identify and qualify additional supply partners to reduce risk, expand capacity, and support evolving business needs. u2022 Conduct spend and cost analysis to uncover savings opportunities, improve margins, and support value-focused procurement decisions. u2022 Partner with finance, planning, and operations teams to align purchasing activity with inventory targets, forecasting needs, working capital goals, and cash flow priorities. u2022 Support issue resolution related to supplier quality concerns, shortages, or delivery disruptions while minimizing operational impact. u2022 Contribute procurement expertise to new product launches and packaging or product improvement initiatives where supplier capabilities are a key factor. Requirements u2022 Bacheloru2019s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related discipline. u2022 At least 8 years of experience in procurement, with strong emphasis on strategic sourcing and supplier relationship management. u2022 Demonstrated success leading vendor negotiations and managing commercial contracts. u2022 Strong analytical ability with experience evaluating costs and delivering measurable savings results. u2022 Advanced Excel proficiency and comfort working with data to guide purchasing decisions. u2022 Background in sourcing consumer products, packaging components, or finished goods is preferred. u2022 Experience working with international suppliers or within multi-source supply environments is preferred. u2022 Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, product-focused manufacturing setting. Robert Half is the worldu2019s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app ( and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. u00a9 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking u201cApply Now,u201d youu2019re agreeing to Robert Halfu2019s Terms of Use ( and Privacy Notice (.

Created: 2026-04-29