Director of Purchasing

Director of Procurement & Supply Chain (Purchasing Director)

Location: Wilmington, DE

Employment Type: Direct Hire (Full-Time)

Schedule: Onsite, Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM

Compensation: $150,000 – $175,000 annually

Role Overview

This is a senior leadership position responsible for developing and executing companywide procurement strategies for a growing construction company. The Director will lead all purchasing and supply chain functions, drive cost control across projects and operations, build high-impact vendor relationships, and oversee procurement teams. This role balances strategic planning with hands-on execution while collaborating closely with operations, finance, and executive leadership.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Procurement & Planning

• Develop and implement enterprise-wide procurement strategies focused on cost efficiency, consistency, and operational support.
• Standardize purchasing processes and best practices across multiple locations.
• Monitor commodity trends, market conditions, and supply chain risks to inform sourcing decisions.

Supplier & Vendor Management

• Build and maintain strong senior-level relationships with national and regional suppliers.
• Lead negotiations on pricing, terms, contracts, and agreements to secure favorable outcomes.
• Manage supplier performance, rebate programs, and incentives.

Contract, Systems & Risk Oversight

• Review and manage supplier contracts for compliance, risk mitigation, and value.
• Evaluate and implement procurement tools, systems, and innovations for better visibility and efficiency.
• Support budget planning and aggressive cost-control initiatives related to materials and services.

Leadership & Team Development

• Directly lead, mentor, and develop procurement and purchasing teams.
• Establish performance standards, training programs, and consistency across the procurement function.
• Drive collaboration with cross-functional stakeholders.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Experience: 8+ years of progressive leadership in procurement, supply chain, or sourcing, with a proven track record in construction, manufacturing, or another project-based industry.
• Track Record: Demonstrated success in vendor negotiations, large-scale contract management, cost savings initiatives, and building high-performing procurement teams.
• Skills: Exceptional negotiation and relationship-building abilities, strong analytical and strategic thinking, excellent communication, and the ability to influence at the executive level.
• Technical Knowledge: Experience with procurement systems, inventory management, multi-site operations, and supply chain optimization. Familiarity with construction materials and project-based purchasing is highly preferred.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, or a related field. Professional certifications (CPSM, CSCP, etc.) are a strong plus.
• Personal Attributes: Hands-on leader who can be strategic yet tactical, detail-oriented, proactive, and thrives in a fast-paced construction environment.

Work Environment: Fully onsite role in Wilmington, DE. Competitive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plan with employer contribution, PTO, and professional development support.