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Director of Procurement

United States, Nashville · Job Posted May 28, 2026
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We are looking for an experienced Director of Procurement to lead strategic purchasing efforts for a growing organization in Nashville, Tennessee. This role is ideal for a commercially minded individual who can strengthen supplier partnerships, guide high-value spending decisions, and bring structure to procurement operations. The position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact in a fast-evolving environment with room for long-term leadership growth.

Job Responsibility

  • Lead the company’s procurement strategy across major spend categories, ensuring purchasing activities align with operational goals and financial targets
  • Oversee large-scale vendor negotiations and contract discussions to secure favorable pricing, service terms, and supply continuity
  • Manage annual purchasing activity at a high-dollar volume, applying sound judgment to cost control, quality standards, and risk reduction
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders to support collaboration and resolve sourcing challenges effectively
  • Monitor inventory trends, purchasing performance, and demand patterns by using reporting and analytics to improve planning accuracy
  • Direct purchase order processes and broader buying activities to ensure timely, compliant, and efficient procurement execution
  • Evaluate current procurement practices and introduce improvements that enhance visibility, consistency, and operational effectiveness
  • Provide leadership within the procurement function while helping shape the future direction of the team as the organization continues to expand

Requirements

  • Proven experience in procurement or purchasing leadership with responsibility for substantial annual spend, ideally $150M+ range
  • Strong background in corporate procurement, including purchase orders, sourcing activities, and end-to-end buying processes
  • Demonstrated success negotiating contracts and commercial terms with suppliers in a complex business environment
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to build credibility and productive business relationships
  • Comfort working with reporting tools, data analysis, and forecasting to support inventory and purchasing decisions
  • Ability to balance strategic planning with day-to-day execution in a growing organization
  • Industry experience relevant to the hiring organization is preferred

Nice to have

Industry experience relevant to the hiring organization is preferred

What we offer

  • medical
  • vision
  • dental
  • life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) plan

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