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Vice President, Procurement

Ladders
3 hours ago
Full-time
On-site
Fond du Lac, WI, United States
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For our client, we are seeking a Vice President, Procurement to join the team of a leader in the Retail & Consumer Goods space. This executive will lead global procurement strategy across a complex manufacturing environment, with a strong focus on cost optimization, supplier performance, and supply continuity. The role partners closely with Finance, Operations, and product development teams to align sourcing decisions with business goals and new product launches. This is a highly visible leadership position responsible for building resilient supply networks and driving disciplined procurement execution across the organization. Location: Fond Du Lac, WI Compensation: $202,200 – $296,000 annually Responsibilities Lead global category and sourcing strategies to optimize cost and quality Manage supplier selection, negotiations, and total cost management Deliver cost reduction and product cost objectives in collaboration with Finance and Operations Build strategic supplier relationships and develop a resilient supply base Standardize procurement processes and lead execution across global operations Set logistics strategy and optimize freight costs and service performance Integrate procurement into product development to ensure sourcing readiness Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or a related field 15+ years of progressive leadership experience in global procurement and supply chain within complex manufacturing environments Proven experience managing global teams and multi-tier supplier networks Deep expertise in strategic sourcing, supplier quality, logistics, and risk management Demonstrated success in achieving cost, quality, and supply continuity objectives Strong commercial acumen with executive-level negotiation and contracting skills Experience supporting new product development and launches Benefits Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage Paid vacation and 401(k) with up to 4% match Health Savings Account with company contributions Well-being program and product purchase discounts Annual discretionary bonus and long-term incentive program Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.

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