Job Description

Title: Global Supply Chain Director

Location: Atlanta, GA ( Onsite )

Duration: 6 months contract to hire

W2 Contract

Job Description

• Optimize and execute a procurement strategy that is aligned with business goals, sustainability objectives, and risk management frameworks
• Partner with executive leadership to identify opportunities for cost optimization, innovation, and competitive advantage
• Drive the evolution of procurement from a cost-control function to a strategic value enabler

Responsibilities

• Support business through the full cycle of sourcing, contracting, and supplier management
• Assist in negotiation of high value contracts
• Implement AI-driven analytics and digital procurement platforms to optimize spend, automate transactions, and forecast supplier risk
• Drive company-wide compliance with procurement policies, governance structures, and compliance frameworks
• Oversee category management and spend analytics to ensure efficiency and transparency

Digital Transformation

• Optimize our existing procurement tools and champion the adoption of next-generation procurement technologies (AI, predictive analytics, e-procurement platforms)
• Define and track digital KPIs to measure automation, cycle time reduction, and spend visibility improvements

Supplier Relationship & Innovation

• Support business in building strategic partnerships with key suppliers to drive innovation, resilience, and sustainability
• Lead supplier performance reviews

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead a high-performing procurement team with capabilities in analytics, digital tools, category strategy, and relationship management
• Foster continuous learning, professional development, and cross-functional collaboration
• Create a culture of accountability, innovation, and excellence in execution

ESG & Responsible Sourcing

• Integrate Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles into procurement decisions and supplier selection
• Champion diversity in the supplier base and ensure ethical sourcing practices

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field (master's preferred)
• Professional certifications such as CIPS, CPSM, or CSCP preferred

Required Skills

• 10+ years of progressive procurement or supply chain experience, including at least 5 years in leadership roles
• Proven success leading digital transformation or procurement modernization initiatives
• Experience managing global supplier networks and cross-functional teams
• Demonstrated ability to deliver both cost savings and strategic value (innovation, resilience, sustainability)

Preferred Skills

• Strong strategic and analytical mindset with a deep understanding of data-driven decision-making
• Expertise in contract negotiation, process optimization, and supplier relationship management
• High proficiency with e-procurement platforms, ERP systems, and analytics tools
• Exceptional stakeholder management, influencing, and communication skills
• Understanding of ESG principles and sustainable procurement practices
• Change leadership — ability to lead transformation in complex organizations

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