Job Title: Director of Purchasing
Job Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement purchasing strategies across the law firm that align with operational goals and budget constraints. This includes initiating opportunities for cost savings while maintaining efficiency and quality.
- Vendor Selection and Management: Responsible for identifying, evaluating, and managing relationships with vendors. This includes negotiating contracts, service-level agreements, and pricing to maximize value and mitigate risk.
- Oversee the review and execution of vendor contracts in collaboration with legal and finance teams to ensure adherence to firm policies and standards.
- Standardize and streamline procurement processes across multiple offices to enhance efficiency, transparency, and internal client satisfaction.
- Collaborate with HR, Legal, IT, and Finance departments to support firm-wide initiatives.
- Consult on key data governance standards and processes to business and technical delivery teams.
Education and Experience Information:
- A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or a related field is required. An MBA or relevant certifications such as CPM/CSCP are preferred.
- A minimum of 8–10 years of experience in procurement is required, with at least 3 years in a leadership role. Experience in a professional services firm is desirable.
- Strong negotiation, contract management, and vendor relationship skills are essential.
- Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills are necessary.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills are required, along with a strong client service mindset.
Salary Information:
The text does not provide specific salary information for the Director of Purchasing position. However, it mentions a broad range of benefits, including 22 PTO days plus federal holidays, medical, dental, and vision plans, FSA & HSA Plans, and a 401K plan with company matching.
Additional Information:
At the law firm, it is recognized that great people make a great organization. The firm values its people and offers a comprehensive benefits package. All offers and/or employment contracts are contingent upon the successful completion of the firm’s pre-employment screening process. This process may include verifying the candidate’s identity, confirming legal authorization to work in the offered position's location, and conducting a comprehensive background check, where permitted by local regulations.
