Sierra Club

Director of Procurement

ProcurementProcurementFull TimeRemoteLeadTeam 501-1,000Since 1892H1B No SponsorCompany Site LinkedIn

Location

California

Posted

132 days ago

Salary

$165K - $175K / year

Seniority

Lead

Bachelor Degree10 yrs expEnglishERP

Job Description

• Establish and lead a comprehensive and sustainable procurement function, including strategic sourcing and supplier management • Build new procurement capabilities and infrastructure, developing comprehensive procurement guidance and modernizing the procure-to-pay process • Work closely with the Office of General Counsel and the Sierra Club Technology teams • Interface with critical stakeholders across the organization - national departments, chapters, volunteers • Ensure cost-effective and timely acquisition of quality goods and services while driving value through strategic sourcing, innovation, and risk management • Balance operational excellence with commitment to environmental sustainability and ethical business practices

Job Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Public Administration, or related field required (or equivalent professional experience)
MBA, MPA, or Masters in other related or relevant field a plus
Professional procurement certifications (e.g., CPSM, CPPO, CIPS) strongly preferred
Minimum 10 years of progressive procurement and supply chain management experience, with at least 5 years in senior leadership roles
Experience building procurement functions from the ground up or leading significant procurement transformations
Proven track record in strategic sourcing, category management, and supplier relationship management
Experience in non-profit, mission-driven, or multi-location organizational environments preferred
Background in sustainable/responsible sourcing practices highly valued
Project Management: Proven ability to lead complex, cross-functional technology implementation projects with multiple stakeholders
ERP/NetSuite Experience: Strong familiarity with NetSuite or similar ERP systems, particularly procurement and financial modules
Procurement Technology: Proficiency with procurement platforms, P2P systems, and spend analysis tools; experience evaluating and implementing procurement software solutions
Process Improvement: Demonstrated expertise in business process analysis, design, and optimization
Financial Systems Integration: Understanding of financial system integrations and procure-to-pay workflows
Strategic Sourcing Expertise: Deep knowledge of strategic sourcing methodologies, market analysis, and category management principles
Financial Acumen: Strong analytical skills, financial modeling capabilities, and understanding of total cost of ownership concepts
Negotiation Skills: Proven ability to negotiate complex contracts and manage supplier relationships
Communication & Training Excellence: Exceptional ability to translate complex procurement concepts into clear, actionable guidance for diverse audiences; proven experience developing and delivering training programs
Presentation Skills: Strong public speaking and presentation abilities for senior leadership, staff, and chapter audiences
Change Management: Experience leading organizational transformation and process improvement initiatives with strong focus on stakeholder buy-in and adoption
Stakeholder Management: Excellent communication and relationship-building skills across diverse audiences.