Senior Director of Procurement, Client Engagement

Senior Director of Procurement, Client EngagementJob Title:Senior Director of Procurement, Client EngagementLocation:Remote with travel to NYC regularlyPosition Type:Full-timeReports To:Executive Vice President of Client SuccessSummary:CCM, a firm specializing in Procurement Managed Services and Vendor Management, is seeking a Senior Director of Procurement, Client Engagements, who will be directly assigned to support procurement operations for leading AmLaw firms.Role OverviewThe Senior Director, Procurement leads a managed services team responsible for the oversight of global procurement of non-legal expenditures and other projects on behalf of assigned clients. The role will need to apply procurement acumen within a non-centralized procurement environment as a trusted advisor/partner to business stakeholders for effective results. This position will also be tasked with deepening procurement's visibility within assigned clients on a global basis.Client Engagement & Management ResponsibilitiesDevelop and lead global procurement strategies that reduce costs, mitigate risks, and enhance compliance.Oversee sourcing initiatives, including RFPs, supplier selection, and contract negotiations.Collaborate with client executives and stakeholders to optimize procurement processes and drive business value.Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and risk mitigation.Demonstrate expertise in managing in scope categories, particularly category strategy development and implementation, stakeholder management, and supplier relationship management.Guide senior leadership and cross-functional teams in executing short- and long-term sourcing strategies.Monitor and enhance supplier performance, diversity initiatives, and economic impact reporting.Drive improvement across spend in terms of service levels and cost savings. Identify and track savings initiatives.Stay informed on market trends, emerging technologies, and supply chain developments.Build and maintain a multi-functional network of stakeholders (upstream, downstream, and peer) to ensure that any strategy supports the needs of the business, and to facilitate initial buy-in, ongoing engagement, and support for execution of the global strategy at all levels.Ensure alignment between procurement strategy and business needs, fostering stakeholder engagement at all levels.Provide expertise across multiple categories, including IT, HR, Facilities, Capital, Contingent Labor, and Operational Supplies.Perform other duties as needed to support business objectives.Other ResponsibilitiesIdentify and communicate internally concerning opportunities for business development at assigned clients.Project management in conjunction with the assigned Manager(s) using CCM technology.Ensure project plans and all appropriate steps are executed.Maintain an aggressive focus on achieving overall project and client cost savings.Meet revenue targets of all assigned engagements.Collaborate with leadership and other departments (IT, procurement) to ensure integration of all services promised to clients, such as building a procurement function.Support development of new policies and procedures to drive savings and lead organizational and operational change management within managed categories of spend.Mentor and develop assigned CCM Managers.Assist senior management in revenue expansion and engagement profitability.Utilize CCM technology for effective engagement management.Ensure clear communication of project interdependencies, risks, and optimization opportunities to cross-functional teams.Education And ExperienceBA / BS degree in business administration, supply chain, engineering or related field required15+ years' combined experience in Procurement, preferably in an AM Law 100 firm.10+ years' executive/senior procurement management experienceKnowledge/SkillsDemonstrated experience with sourcing and procurement in legal or professional services industry.Well-developed interpersonal skills, capable of quickly building trusting relationships, collaborating effectively cross-functionally, and influencing and guiding stakeholders in decision making.Motivated, high-energy, curious, self-starter and strong business mindset.Knowledge of multiple commodities (IT, HR, Real Estate, Capital, Facilities, Contingent Labor, etc.) required.Ability to understand and improve contract language.Strong consulting mindset and team leadership experience.Experience in supplier management and complex contract negotiations.Results-driven mindset and capabilities.Swiftly assesses risk, analyzes complex situations, and determines next course of action.Proficient with contract/procurement analytical tools, p2p systems, Microsoft Office, specifically Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, data analysis and reporting tools.Certification in procurement (e.g., CSCP, CPSM) is a plus.Seniority Level:ExecutiveEmployment Type:Full-timeJob Function:Purchasing and Supply ChainIndustries:Business Consulting and Services#J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-02-20