Executive Director Global Procurement HR & Professional Services

Role Summary

The Executive Director, Global Procurement – HR & Professional Services, is responsible for shaping and executing a forward-thinking global procurement strategy that aligns with the organization's objectives and delivers measurable strategic value. This role spans HR, Legal, Consulting, Finance, and Professional Services, focusing on optimizing procurement performance across these categories to drive competitive advantage and enterprise-wide efficiency. The role leads a team of procurement professionals, fostering a high-performance culture and strategic partnerships to deliver lasting value.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with senior executive leadership within HR & Professional Services to identify transformative opportunities and drive innovation, aligning initiatives with strategic objectives to deliver measurable value.
• Lead the development and execution of global HR & Professional Services procurement category strategies, aligning with business and stakeholder priorities.
• Translate category strategies into actionable sourcing projects that deliver measurable value.
• Partner with Indirect Procurement leadership and other stakeholders to ensure strategies evolve with organizational needs and goals.
• Provide expert insight on HR & Professional Services procurement categories, including HR, Legal, Consulting, Finance & Professional Services.
• Cultivate strategic relationships with senior executive stakeholders and key suppliers to drive measurable results and align procurement initiatives with organizational objectives.
• Lead high-impact negotiations and supplier management initiatives; develop strategic partnerships with key suppliers to drive innovation and long-term value.
• Execute a best-in-class vendor management program for HR & Professional Services suppliers and ensure compliance with applicable regulations.
• Drive process improvements to enhance stakeholder experience and ensure seamless HR & Professional Services service delivery.

Qualifications

• Required: Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field of study.
• Preferred: Advanced degree.
• Required: 15–20 years of progressive experience in procurement, including substantial experience in HR & Professional Services procurement categories.
• Required: Proven success in leading global categories, teams, processes, and suppliers in a multi-national organization.
• Required: Experience managing senior-level professionals and leading cross-functional teams.
• Required: Strong negotiation and contract management skills specific to HR & Professional Services vendors and suppliers.
• Required: Proficiency in sourcing and contracting tools, ERP systems, and eRFx platforms (e.g., Oracle, Zycus, Ariba).
• Required: Ability to leverage standard business applications for communication, presentation, and data analysis (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Skills

• Strategic procurement leadership
• Category management for HR, Legal, Consulting, Finance & Professional Services
• Negotiation and contract management
• Vendor management and supplier relationship management
• Cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management
• Data analysis and reporting using standard office tools

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field required; advanced degree preferred