Director of Procurement

The Director of Procurement is a senior leadership role responsible for running and scaling the business, driving revenue growth, and owning end-to-end international procurement and logistics for construction finished goods across hospitality, multi-residential, and commercial projects. This role requires a unique blend of: * Executive-level business leadership * Deep international manufacturing and sourcing expertise * Advanced understanding of global shipping, logistics, and trade compliance The ideal candidate is U.S.-based, highly strategic, and hands-on—capable of managing complex global supply chains. Key Responsibilities International Procurement & Supplier Network Leadership * Own global procurement of finished construction goods, FF&E, fixtures, materials, and specialty items. * Build, maintain, and expand a global network of manufacturers, factories, distributors, and suppliers. * Identify and qualify international manufacturing partners across key sourcing regions. * Negotiate pricing, MOQs, lead times, payment terms, tooling, and production capacity. * Establish preferred vendor and manufacturer programs by asset class and geography. Production, Quality Control & Risk Management * Oversee production planning, factory scheduling, and order execution. * Establish and enforce quality control standards, inspection protocols, and acceptance criteria. * Manage factory audits, third-party inspections, testing protocols, and corrective action plans. * Mitigate risks related to delays, quality failures, substitutions, and cost overruns. Global Logistics & Trade Compliance * Oversee end-to-end logistics including ocean, air, rail, and ground freight. * Manage Incoterms, customs documentation, duties, tariffs, and import/export compliance. * Build and manage relationships with freight forwarders, customs brokers, and logistics providers. * Optimize total landed cost, delivery sequencing, and on-site coordination. * Ensure procurement schedules align with construction milestones and delivery sequencing. Cross-Functional & Client Collaboration * Work closely with architects, designers, engineers, and project managers to ensure specification compliance. * Support enterprise-level and portfolio-wide client negotiations. * Partner with internal teams to drive automation, scalability, and platform improvements. Leadership & Strategy * Set global sourcing and procurement strategy by asset class and region. * Build and lead procurement, logistics, and quality control teams. * Establish negotiation frameworks, approval thresholds, and margin discipline. * Drive margin optimization through strategic sourcing, volume leverage, and supplier consolidation. * Identify new international sourcing regions and cost advantages. Required Experience & Qualifications * 10+ years of senior leadership experience in construction procurement, international sourcing, logistics, or manufacturing sales. * Proven ability to run complex operations while driving revenue growth. * Hands-on experience with overseas manufacturing and factory management. * Strong global network of suppliers, manufacturers, freight, and logistics partners. * Deep understanding of production processes, quality control, and inspection methodologies. * Ability to approve cut sheets * Expertise in international shipping, customs, Incoterms, and trade compliance. * Experience managing long-lead-time, high-value construction goods. * Strong negotiation, decision-making, and stakeholder management skills. * Data-driven mindset with experience using KPIs, forecasts, and dashboards. * U.S. Based; international travel as required