How to hire a director of global sourcing

How to hire a director of global sourcing, step by step

Here's a step-by-step director of global sourcing hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a director of global sourcing job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new director of global sourcing
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   First, determine the employments status of the director of global sourcing you need to hire. Certain director of global sourcing roles might require a full-time employee, whereas others can be done by part-time workers or contractors.

   Determine employee vs contractor status

   Is the person you're thinking of hiring a US citizen or green card holder?

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   A director of global sourcing's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, directors of global sourcing from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   The following list breaks down different types of directors of global sourcing and their corresponding salaries.

   Type of Director Of Global Sourcing	Description	Hourly rate
   Director Of Global Sourcing	Purchasing managers plan, direct, and coordinate the buying of materials, products, or services for wholesalers, retailers, or organizations. They oversee the work of procurement-related occupations including buyers and purchasing agents.	$49-95
   Subcontracts Manager	The job of a subcontract manager is to develop and negotiate subcontracts, arrange payments, and analyze sales records. You will be responsible for evaluating employee performance and monitoring supply changes using your contract management skills and administrative expertise... Show more	$24-64
   Contracts Manager	A contract manager is responsible for finalizing contract agreements between the company and its clients, revising documents, creating procurement proposals, and managing breach of contracts immediately. Contract managers respond to clients' inquiries and concerns about the contract's terms, conditions, and adjustment requests... Show more	$21-55

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Supply Chain
   • Strategic Sourcing
   • Global Sourcing
   • Continuous Improvement
   • Supplier Performance
   • Direct Reports
   • KPIs
   • Logistics
   • Cost Reduction
   • Sigma
   • Risk Management
   • Process Improvement
   • Market Intelligence
   • Strategic Direction

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   Responsibilities:

   • Source new OEMs and manage current OEM relationships.
   • Lead ERP implementation, conduct business reviews and growth discussions with strategic and prefer suppliers.
   • Establish sourcing team from the ground up and lead all Americas technology sourcing and vendor management operations.
   • Initiate a global transport agreement managing international logistics and reducing transport costs.
   • Manage entire RFX event lifecycle, including requirements gathering, supplier strategy development, contract negotiations and program implementation.
   • Create bi-yearly reviews with each third party warehouse partner to review KPIs, customer service and growth opportunities.

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3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in the director of global sourcing job description is a good way to get more applicants. A director of global sourcing salary can be affected by several factors, such as the location of the job, the level of experience, education, certifications, and the employer's prestige.

   For example, the average salary for a director of global sourcing in West Virginia may be lower than in Washington, and an entry-level engineer typically earns less than a senior-level director of global sourcing. Additionally, a director of global sourcing with lots of experience in the field may command a higher salary as a result.

   Average director of global sourcing salary

   $142,539yearly

   $68.53 hourly rate

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   Entry-level director of global sourcing salary

   $102,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 23, 2025

   Average director of global sourcing salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	California	$178,209	$86
   2	Washington	$174,492	$84
   3	Massachusetts	$160,253	$77
   4	New York	$157,285	$76
   5	New Hampshire	$155,695	$75
   6	Illinois	$150,623	$72
   7	Nevada	$149,879	$72
   8	Connecticut	$149,704	$72
   9	Maryland	$146,969	$71
   10	Texas	$138,008	$66
   11	Colorado	$137,838	$66
   12	North Carolina	$137,744	$66
   13	Indiana	$137,744	$66
   14	Montana	$135,169	$65
   15	Ohio	$133,197	$64
   16	Kentucky	$133,128	$64
   17	Wyoming	$132,954	$64
   18	Delaware	$132,274	$64
   19	Pennsylvania	$131,765	$63
   20	Arkansas	$129,214	$62

   Average director of global sourcing salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Nike	$181,078	$87.06	5
   2	Walmart	$174,393	$83.84	27
   3	Regeneron	$171,362	$82.39	5
   4	Boston Consulting Group	$164,653	$79.16	7
   5	Gilead Sciences	$164,422	$79.05	18
   6	Vonage	$158,270	$76.09
   7	Amazon	$158,225	$76.07	208
   8	Hopkins Manufacturing	$152,480	$73.31
   9	Alamo Group	$145,896	$70.14
   10	Marley Engineered Products	$145,754	$70.07
   11	Sonos	$144,666	$69.55
   12	Alliance Laundry Systems	$144,251	$69.35
   13	BeiGene	$143,892	$69.18	7
   14	Chico's FAS	$143,871	$69.17
   15	Honeywell	$142,093	$68.31	2
   16	Generac Holdings	$141,961	$68.25	8
   17	Norcom	$141,690	$68.12
   18	Sony Pictures	$140,779	$67.68	7
   19	Modus Create	$140,490	$67.54
   20	Ingram Micro	$138,687	$66.68	4

4. Writing a director of global sourcing job description

   A job description for a director of global sourcing role includes a summary of the job's main responsibilities, required skills, and preferred background experience. Including a salary range can also go a long way in attracting more candidates to apply, and showing the first name of the hiring manager can also make applicants more comfortable. As an example, here's a director of global sourcing job description:

   Director of global sourcing job description example

   We are looking for a Director who will be a key leader within Strategic Sourcing and Procurement focused on the delivery of sourcing solutions across the global development business portfolio. This person will lead (either directly or matrix) a sourcing team who is accountable for clarifying requirements and completing and handling vendor contracts within the business in alignment with the company's sourcing strategy. We need someone to work closely with key partners across the organization to develop strong relationships and drive consistency in how work is contracted and outsourced. Our Director Global Development Sourcing will be the champion of category management for the entire SS&P organization, providing coaching, guidance, support and overall leadership to team to achieve goals.
   A typical day might include:
   Directs and supervises daily execution of Regeneron's sourcing strategies Either directly or through a matrix, leads an organization of multiple managers and senior level professionals responsible for carrying out larger sourcing projects Implements diverse sourcing strategies using spend portfolio knowledge Develops and communicates functional strategy and objectives for sourcing aligned with group business strategy and operations requirements Establishes overall business plan for organization with significant impact on the success of company operations As part of the leadership team, influence the strategic direction of how Regeneron uses service providers Act as a leader of category management for the entire SS&P organization, providing coaching, guidance, support and overall leadership to team to ensure goals are achieved. Lead a team responsible for all activities associated with the development and execution of contracts for the business Align the outsourcing management team along program / therapeutic lines to optimize interactions with the business Review major contracts for key areas of spend. Expert resource for planning and leading complex negotiations Supervise the preparation of study specific proposals where applicable; manage and influence vendor selection, negotiations and benchmarking Lead all aspects of the implementation of consistent outsourcing approaches across programs where the appropriate level of due diligence is applied to ensure sourcing activities are aligned with the study requirements Establish a process where teams are oriented on appropriate sourcing methodologies and understand their sponsor obligations when working with clinical service providers Collaborate closely with Finance to ensure all sourcing activities comply to Regeneron's financial controls Lead or participate in supplier governance committees Maintain current awareness of the biopharmaceutical outsourcing market and industry trends Identify/define sourcing standard methodologies both within and outside of Regeneron and ensure those standard methodologies are adopted Provides coaching and guidance on job performance and career development to their team (as applicable); builds and leads talent building and development objectives for the organization.
   
   This role may be for you if:
   4 years of supervisory experience or proven experience leading a matrix team Solid understanding of Sourcing Contracting, ERP, eRFX systems preferred. (Oracle, Zycus,Other) Cost modeling knowledge Ability to build consensus, partnership, and creativity within a collaborative team with limited supervision Program management experience and project management experience required
   
   Qualifications:
   Bachelor's plus 12 years of relevant, dynamic experience within procurement, to include 9 years directly in outsourcing within publicly traded biopharmaceutical companies Master's plus 10 years of relevant, dynamic experience within procurement, to include 7 years directly in outsourcing within publicly traded biopharmaceutical companies
   
   Does this sound like you? Apply now to take your first steps toward living the Regeneron Way! We have an inclusive and diverse culture that provides amazing benefits including health and wellness programs, fitness centers and stock for employees at all levels!
   
   Regeneron is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief (or lack thereof), sex, nationality, national or ethnic origin, civil status, age, citizenship status, membership of the Traveler community, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, familial status, marital or registered civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity status, gender identity, gender reassignment, military or veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process. Please contact us to discuss any accommodations you think you may need.

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5. Post your job

   To find the right director of global sourcing for your business, consider trying out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important sources of talent for any company is its existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and current employees and ask if they know or have worked with directors of global sourcing they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit directors of global sourcing who meet your education requirements.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter now have more than 3.5 billion users, and you can use social media to reach potential job candidates.

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6. Interview candidates

   During your first interview to recruit directors of global sourcing, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents. You can move on to the technical interview if a candidate is good enough for the next step.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new director of global sourcing

   Once you've found the director of global sourcing candidate you'd like to hire, it's time to write an offer letter. This should include an explicit job offer that includes the salary and the details of any other perks. Qualified candidates might be looking at multiple positions, so your offer must be competitive if you like the candidate. Also, be prepared for a negotiation stage, as candidates may way want to tweak the details of your initial offer. Once you've settled on these details, you can draft a contract to formalize your agreement.

   It's also important to follow up with applicants who do not get the job with an email letting them know that the position is filled.

   After that, you can create an onboarding schedule for a new director of global sourcing. Human Resources and the hiring manager should complete Employee Action Forms. Human Resources should also ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc., and that new employee files are created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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