Procurement Director - (Westlake Village, CA)

Randstad Professionals is conducting a search for a Director of Procurement to join their innovative research and manufacturing client in the West Valley. This opportunity will report directly to the VP Finance and oversee the global procurement for the organization. Base salary up to $210,000, plus bonus and generous benefits. Critical responsibilities of the Director of Procurement include increasing efficiency and reducing overall costs, improving supplier relationships, developing purchasing strategies and negotiating contracts. Additional responsibilities: Collaborate with finance and other key stakeholders to track cost savings/avoidance Develop effective partnerships to achieve CP objectives and maximize resource allocation Visit supplier facilities to investigate capabilities, requirements and capacity