How to hire a director, procurement

How to hire a director, procurement, step by step

Here's a step-by-step director, procurement 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, procurement job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new director, procurement
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you start hiring a director, procurement, identify what type of worker you actually need. Certain positions might call for a full-time employee, while others can be done by a part-time worker or contractor.

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   You should also consider the ideal background you'd like them a director, procurement to have before you start to hire. For example, what industry or field would you like them to have experience in, what level of seniority or education does the job require, and how much it'll cost to hire a director, procurement that fits the bill.

   Here's a comparison of director, procurement salaries for various roles:

   Type of Director, Procurement	Description	Hourly rate
   Director, Procurement	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.	$47-95
   Supply Manager	A supply manager or supply chain manager is a professional who supervises the import or creation of raw materials that are to be used by the company to form new products. Supply managers are required to coordinate all aspects of the supply chain to ensure that they are efficient and cost-effective... Show more	$32-65
   Supply Chain Manager	A supply chain manager is an individual who takes responsibility for managing hardware, equipment, and any other logistical details of an organization. Supply chain managers work alongside the external partners for parts and raw material procurement... Show more	$34-66

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Strategic Sourcing
   • Supplier Performance
   • Continuous Improvement
   • Logistics
   • Customer Service
   • Lean Manufacturing
   • Supplier Relationships
   • Procurement Strategies
   • Oversight
   • Procurement Function
   • Supplier Management
   • Cost Reduction
   • Contract Management
   • RFP

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   Responsibilities:

   • Develop and deploy integrated visual MRP tools to forecast and manage a constrain and vary purchasing model.
   • Develop and lead cross-functional team to correct and optimize company ERP system resulting in an efficient order and fulfillment process.
   • Manage RFP authoring and all aspects of the proposal/bidding process for special bond programs, SPLOST, and typical departmental needs.
   • Centralize vendor management, outsource/off-shore vendor restructure master agreements and manage RFP process.
   • Lead several highly visible project which require project oversight, budget management and ongoing communication.
   • Develop a global sourcing & production strategy and vendor matrix appropriate for all product lines including apparel and textiles.

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3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in the director, procurement job description is a good way to get more applicants. A director, procurement 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, procurement in Tennessee may be lower than in California, and an entry-level engineer typically earns less than a senior-level director, procurement. Additionally, a director, procurement with lots of experience in the field may command a higher salary as a result.

   Average director, procurement salary

   $140,058yearly

   $67.34 hourly rate

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   Entry-level director, procurement salary

   $98,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 29, 2025

   Average director, procurement salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	California	$185,502	$89
   2	Massachusetts	$152,985	$74
   3	Nevada	$152,485	$73
   4	Washington	$147,284	$71
   5	Pennsylvania	$146,699	$71
   6	Maryland	$145,385	$70
   7	Michigan	$139,372	$67
   8	New York	$136,713	$66
   9	District of Columbia	$136,274	$66
   10	Texas	$135,930	$65
   11	Utah	$134,921	$65
   12	Delaware	$129,688	$62
   13	Ohio	$125,819	$60
   14	North Carolina	$125,512	$60
   15	Illinois	$125,353	$60
   16	Arizona	$124,520	$60
   17	Colorado	$123,154	$59
   18	Minnesota	$121,850	$59
   19	Georgia	$121,729	$59
   20	Arkansas	$119,395	$57

   Average director, procurement salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Apple	$219,229	$105.40	9
   2	Biogen	$206,145	$99.11	3
   3	Allergan plc	$186,808	$89.81
   4	Stitch Fix	$185,062	$88.97
   5	Hanesbrands	$180,374	$86.72
   6	Western Digital	$177,420	$85.30	36
   7	Capgemini	$172,657	$83.01	7
   8	Albaugh	$171,961	$82.67
   9	AbbVie	$170,764	$82.10	4
   10	Seagen	$170,551	$82.00
   11	Harris Health System	$168,221	$80.88
   12	Vitamix	$165,836	$79.73
   13	Proofpoint	$165,832	$79.73
   14	Ross Stores	$164,957	$79.31	13
   15	Sunrun	$164,923	$79.29
   16	Hanes Companies, Inc.	$163,840	$78.77	1
   17	Bunge	$163,778	$78.74
   18	Bloom Energy	$162,771	$78.26
   19	Boral Roofing	$162,506	$78.13
   20	Golden State Foods	$162,136	$77.95

4. Writing a director, procurement job description

   A good director, procurement job description should include a few things:

   • Summary of the role
   • List of responsibilities
   • Required skills and experience

   Including a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager is also appreciated by candidates. Here's an example of a director, procurement job description:

   Director, procurement job description example

   The Director, Global Procurement will be responsible for the holistic management of Ingredion's global spend for Chemicals, Packaging and CAPEX categories, with estimated ~$700M while also serving as key member of the Procurement Leadership Team, (PLT). As a key member of the Procurement Leadership Team, core responsibilities will include spearheading the transformation of Procurement function in partnership with company executives, lead and develop a team of professionals, do comprehensive review of the global spend, guide the team on the development of a three-to-five-year category strategies, and deliver results via flawless execution of sourcing projects to reduce cost, protect operating supply, and improve service and quality levels. This highly visible role will require a candidate with the ability to work closely with regional business leaders and global functional leaders.
   As a Director your responsibilities will include:
   Lead and coach a team of Category Managers.Conduct a thorough assessment of the company's full spend on Direct goods and services Drive implementation of best practices.Assess the complete market for relevant goods and services including; trends, forecasts, risks, geopolitical effects, and supplier profiling Define a fully comprehensive category strategy for indirect goods and services Translate global procurement strategy into detailed category plans with a set of measurable global, regional, and local targets Identify opportunities for cost reduction and avoidance that are attributable to the P&L.Execute on target opportunities by conducting strategic sourcing projects and supplier selection related activities using best practices.Lead the negotiation and development of key contracts through the effective partnering with the supplier, Legal, and the business stakeholder Manage key strategic supplier relationships to ensure quality, cost, delivery, and service. Conduct timely reviews with suppliers to measure performance against contractual standards and performance expectations Develop risk management strategies relating to potential supply disruptions including alternative sourcing options and product/service availability Lead a supplier enablement strategy to maximize spend transacted through SAP Ariba Buying and Supply-Chain CollaborationIdentify procurement processes and policies for alignment at the country, region, and global levels Serve as a mentor to employees outside your direct line of report.
   
   The Director position is well-suited for you if you:
   Have senior level experience in procurement within process manufacturing environments Are organized with strong attention to detail Seek to deliver a laser-focus on your internal customers Possess a desire to manage multiple priorities and achieve results Have strong communication and interpersonal skills, build consensus, and foster positive relationships with team members and suppliers Enjoy a performance culture that values work intensity Possess an owner's mindset and enjoy challenging the status quo
   
   Qualified candidates will have:
   A bachelor's degree in business, supply management, engineering, life science, or other related discipline and 10-15 years of procurement/purchasing experience Technical, plant operation, and/or engineering experienced preferred Knowledge and understanding of purchasing practices, policies, and procedures; in-depth experience in using SAP Ariba as a value creating tool.Experience in international procurement / sourcing activities with a record of leading change and cost reduction in cross-cultural environments Experience in successfully managing multiple projects simultaneously with results consistent with management's expectationsA demonstrated history of successfully collaborating with multiple internal stakeholdersA passion for managing and developing employees in alignment with company values Strong oral and written communication skills, be highly organized, and have excellent problem solving/decision making abilities Excellent analytical and financial acumen including cost modeling, budgeting, and forecasting
   We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, military status, or disability status.
   
   Relocation Available:
   Yes, Within Country

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5. Post your job

   To find the right director, procurement 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, procurement they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit directors, procurement 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.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your director, procurement job on Zippia to find and recruit director, procurement candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   To successfully recruit directors, procurement, your first interview needs to engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. You can go into more detail about the company, the role, and the responsibilities during follow-up interviews.

   You should also ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match the ideal candidate profile you developed earlier. Candidates good enough for the next step can complete the technical interview.

   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, procurement

   Once you've selected the best director, procurement candidate for the job, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, this letter should include details about the benefits and perks you offer the candidate. Ensuring that your offer is competitive is essential, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and you should be open to discussion. After you reach an agreement, the final step is formalizing the agreement with a contract.

   It's also good etiquette to follow up with applicants who don't get the job by sending them an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   After that, you can create an onboarding schedule for a new director, procurement. 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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