Director Global Procurement

About the role

The company is a private‑equity backed, high‑growth global consumer products business seeking a commercially astute leader to build and run its global procurement function. Reporting to the CFO, you will own supplier strategy, sourcing, procurement governance, working capital optimisation and supplier performance across an international supply network.

Key responsibilities

• Lead global supplier relationships, sourcing strategy and commercial negotiations.
• Drive cost reduction, margin improvement and total landed cost optimisation.
• Improve payment terms, procurement governance and working capital outcomes.
• Establish supplier performance frameworks and compliance standards.
• Lead procurement transformation and capability uplift initiatives.
• Partner cross‑functionally with Finance, Commercial, Product and Supply Chain teams.

Required profile

• Proven experience leading procurement or sourcing functions in complex global supply environments.
• Strong commercial negotiation and supplier management capability.
• Experience with international sourcing, preferably in Asia.
• Deep understanding of cost of supply, contracts and working capital.
• Pragmatic, hands‑on leadership style with executive presence.
• Background in consumer products, retail, manufacturing or distribution is highly regarded.

Required skills