Senior Director of Procurement

We are seeking a Senior Director of Procurement to lead and scale a global sourcing and manufacturing strategy across international partners, with a primary focus on Asia. This executive role carries full ownership of end-to-end procurement, including supplier strategy, overseas manufacturing sourcing, quality assurance, logistics and shipping, risk mitigation, redundancy planning, and complex commercial negotiations.

This position oversees an established sourcing and procurement team currently based in China and plays a critical role in balancing cost, quality, speed, and supply chain resilience across a diverse portfolio of manufactured building products.

The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in building materials and finishes, a strong on-the-ground understanding of Asian manufacturing environments, and a proven ability to operate at scale within complex global supply chains.

Key Responsibilities

Global Procurement & Sourcing Strategy

• Own and execute a global procurement strategy for cabinets, countertops, flooring, tile, and sinks
• Maintain, strengthen, and expand a diversified supplier base across Asia and U.S.-based manufacturers
• Drive long-term sourcing strategies that balance cost optimization, quality, capacity, and risk

Manufacturing & Supplier Management

• Identify, qualify, onboard, and manage overseas manufacturers and strategic vendors
• Lead factory audits, capability assessments, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Establish and enforce supplier scorecards covering quality, delivery, cost, and compliance

Quality & Compliance

• Oversee global quality standards, inspection programs, and corrective action processes
• Ensure compliance with company specifications, regulatory requirements, and ethical sourcing standards
• Partner with internal QA/QC teams to reduce defects, claims, and rework

Logistics, Shipping & Risk Management

• Collaborate with logistics teams to optimize shipping modes, lead times, and landed cost
• Develop redundancy and contingency plans to mitigate geopolitical, operational, and supply disruptions
• Proactively assess and manage supplier, country, and logistics risk

Negotiations & Commercial Leadership

• Lead high-value supplier negotiations, including pricing, MOQs, tooling, capacity commitments, and payment terms
• Structure contracts that protect quality, supply continuity, and long-term partnership value
• Drive year-over-year cost improvements while maintaining product integrity

Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Serve as a strategic partner to executive leadership and cross-functional teams including product, operations, quality, and finance
• Build, mentor, and lead high-performing global procurement and sourcing teams
• Provide executive-level reporting on sourcing performance, risk exposure, and strategic opportunities

Qualifications & Experience

Required

• 15 years of progressive experience in global procurement, sourcing, or supply chain leadership
• Proven specialization in manufactured building products, including cabinets, countertops, flooring, tile, and/or stone
• Extensive hands-on sourcing experience in major Asian manufacturing regions (e.g., China, Vietnam, Korea, Cambodia, Thailand)
• Strong background in factory sourcing, quality systems, and international logistics
• Expert negotiator with a track record of securing favorable long-term supplier agreements
• Demonstrated experience managing supply chain risk, redundancy, and continuity planning
• Ability to travel internationally as required
• Strong professional references

Work Authorization

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship. 

Preferred Attributes

• Direct experience working on-site with overseas factories and regional sourcing teams
• Familiarity with U.S. commercial construction supply chains
• Knowledge of building materials, finishes, and installation requirements
• Strong financial acumen, including landed cost modeling and margin analysis
• High integrity, cultural intelligence, and a relationship-driven leadership style