Director of Tactical Procurement and Procurement Operations (m/f/d)
Nordex GroupPOSITION SUMMARY The Director of Tactical Procurement and Procurement Operations is responsible for leading Procurement Operations across North America, ensuring efficient execution of Purchase-to-Pay (P2P) processes, procurement systems governance, supplier master data management, customs compliance, and tactical procurement activities. This role serves as the key connection between Strategic Sourcing, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Finance, Logistics, and Global Procurement teams, driving operational excellence, process standardization, compliance, and continuous improvement across the region. WHAT YOU'LL DO Procurement Operations Leadership Lead all tactical procurement and procurement operations activities across North America. Ensure timely execution of purchasing transactions supporting Manufacturing, Construction, Service, and Corporate functions. Establish and standardize procurement processes across the United States and Canada. Define operational priorities and allocate resources to support business needs. Drive service excellence and responsiveness for internal stakeholders. Purchase-to-Pay (P2P) Governance Own and manage the North American P2P governance framework. Ensure compliance with procurement policies, financial controls, and delegation of authority requirements. Monitor process performance and implement corrective actions when needed. Identify opportunities to improve purchasing efficiency, automation, and overall effectiveness. Partner closely with Finance and Accounts Payable teams to optimize end-to-end workflows. Procurement Systems & SAP Governance Serve as the regional owner for procurement systems and SAP-related processes. Maintain system integrity, master data quality, and process compliance. Support implementation of new procurement tools and technologies. Lead user adoption, training, and continuous system enhancements. Collaborate with Global Procurement Excellence and IT teams on strategic system improvements. Supplier Onboarding & Compliance Oversee supplier onboarding and vendor master data management activities. Ensure supplier setup processes meet compliance and internal control requirements. Drive standardization and governance of supplier data. Monitor and improve onboarding cycle times and supplier experience. Ensure supplier information remains accurate, complete, and compliant. Customs, Trade Compliance & Continuous Improvement Lead customs and trade compliance activities across North America. Ensure compliance with import/export regulations in the U.S. and Canada. Partner with Logistics, Legal, and Customs Brokers to mitigate risk. Develop procedures supporting trade and customs requirements. Establish KPIs, dashboards, and reporting metrics for Procurement Operations. Drive digital transformation, automation, and process improvement initiatives. WHAT YOU HAVE Education Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Procurement, Finance, Operations Management, or a related field. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered. Experience 8+ years of experience in Procurement, Supply Chain, Procurement Operations, or Purchasing. 3+ years of people leadership experience. Strong experience with SAP and procurement systems. Experience managing Purchase-to-Pay (P2P) processes. Experience within manufacturing, industrial, or project-based environments. Knowledge of customs, trade compliance, and North American import regulations is preferred. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Strong leadership, coaching, and team development skills. Strategic and operational procurement expertise. Process-oriented and data-driven decision-making abilities. Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration skills. Change management and continuous improvement experience. Knowledge of SAP MM and procurement-related modules. Experience with supplier onboarding, master data management, reporting, and KPI development. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Power BI, or similar repo…