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 business objectives and delivers measurable strategic value. This role spans HR, Legal, Consulting, Finance & Professional Services, focusing on optimizing procurement performance across these categories to drive competitive advantage and enterprise-wide efficiency. The leader will drive strategy, mentor a procurement team, and build strategic partnerships to deliver lasting value and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with senior executive leadership within HR & Professional Services and across the organization to identify transformative opportunities and drive innovation, aligning initiatives with strategic objectives to deliver measurable value and competitive advantage
• 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 and sustain strategic, high-impact relationships with senior executive stakeholders and key suppliers to drive measurable results, influence critical decision-making on make-or-buy operating models, and align procurement initiatives with organizational objectives
• Lead high-impact negotiations and supplier management initiatives. Foster and develop strategic partnerships with key suppliers to drive innovation, value creation, and long-term success
• Execute a best-in-class vendor management program for HR & Professional Services suppliers and ensure compliance with GxP and 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; advanced degree preferred
• 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)

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field of study
• Advanced degree preferred