• Location: New York NY
• Type: Perm
• Job #24567

Company Overview:
A leading privately-owned real estate firm with a portfolio valued at over $60 billion is seeking a Director of Procurement to join their team. This role will focus on developing procurement strategies and optimizing pricing benefits for their property partners.

Job Responsibilities:

• Support the development and implementation of the overall strategy and vision for the procurement function
• Partner with the Vice President of Procurement to establish and update sourcing and procurement policies and procedures
• Identify and deliver opportunities to maximize cost savings, mitigate risks, and enhance quality of services
• Conduct comprehensive spend analyses, market benchmarking, and category analyses
• Lead competitive sourcing events and develop effective bid documentation
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and service levels across a diverse range of goods and services
• Execute multiple purchasing initiatives while managing risk and optimizing resources
• Monitor supplier performance, enforce SLAs, and drive continuous improvement
• Serve as a trusted business advisor, providing strategic insights and recommendations

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or MBA in a technical or business-related field
• Minimum 7 years of strategic sourcing experience, including purchasing strategy, contract negotiation, and competitive price analysis
• Familiarity with real estate development and property management activities
• Strong analytical, project management, and negotiation skills
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Highly self-motivated and results-oriented
• Ability to work autonomously and effectively in a fast-paced environment

Compensation:
Salary: $120,000 – $140,000, DOE