Procurement Category Director - Retail

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RESPONSIBILITIES

Leadership

• Partner with internal Stakeholders across departments to ensure procurement strategies are aligned with overall Store Growth objectives and deliverables.

• Align with business stakeholders on sourcing needs and expectations with service, timing, savings, & compliance goals (Social, Ethical, Quality, Sustainability).

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing procurement team, promoting a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.

• Develop and deliver procurement performance reports and key metrics to senior leadership, highlighting achievements, actionable insights, and areas for optimization.

• Manage both strategic and operational needs of the business for Fixture and Print to support key deliverables for Store Growth.

Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Management

• Identify high-impact sourcing opportunities, lead complex supplier negotiations, and implement cost-saving strategies for large-scale business initiatives.

• Develop and execute both annual and long-term strategies for your category, aligned with overall business objectives.

• Communicate strategic vision and priorities, leading cross-functional teams to ensure successful implementation encompassing demand and quality management.

• Build and sustain strategic relationships with key suppliers—including the Top 50 vendors—to ensure optimal performance, long-term value, and business alignment.

• Drive fixture and print innovation by leveraging supplier partnerships to introduce new capabilities, enhance efficiency, and support enterprise growth for On Time and In Full compliance (OTIF).

Market Intelligence & Risk Mitigation

• Proactively assess business risks and implement mitigation strategies to ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.

• Partner with cross functional teams to ensure compliance with Supplier factories.

• Manage supplier performance to ensure consistent delivery, quality, reliability, and adherence to contractual obligations ensuring alignment for OTIF, inventory and financial management.

• Stay informed on market trends and supplier innovations to continuously refine sourcing strategies and drive sustainable long-term value.

Cross-functional Collaboration, Process & Technology Optimization

• Provide an agile approach by bringing the best industrial practices to life which will drive operational efficiency and spend control.

• Developing and optimizing procurement processes and procedures.

• Leveraging procurement technologies.

• Support the Vice President of Procurement with special projects and additional responsibilities as needed.

Category Focus

• Fixtures: Strategic and operational management

• Print: Strategic and operational management.

• Packaging materials: custom and standard packaging

• Warehouse operations: MHE (material handling equipment), racking, pallets.

• Services: Store Operations services, building maintenance services (cleaning, landscaping, pest control, waste management)

• Security services: physical security, access systems, surveillance

• Energy management: utilities, energy efficiency services, renewable sourcing

• Procurement Sustainability Lead

Crew

• Directly manage a team of two (2) to three (3) full-time associates.

• Oversee outsourced Print Managed Service Provider.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Ten (10) years of experience in a leadership or management role within procurement, sourcing, supply chain, or a related function.

• Strong financial and analytical acumen, with a data-driven approach to decision-making and demonstrated ability to leverage market intelligence, spend analysis, and cost modeling to support strategic initiatives.

• Demonstrated project management expertise, including strong leadership, time management, problem-solving, and execution skills.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams.

• Ability to work independently, prioritize effectively, and deliver results in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

• Strong negotiation skills, with the ability to manage contracts and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.

• Cost-conscious mindset with a demonstrated commitment to identifying savings opportunities and creating measurable value.

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, design, technology, business administration, supply chain management, or a closely related discipline.

• Master’s degree is preferred.

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