Job Description

Director of Procurement - Americas

Location: Taylor, Michigan (90% onsite)

Travel: Approx. 10% to suppliers across the region

Shape the Americas Procurement Strategy for a Global Leader

Take ownership of procurement across the Americas – including Mexico and Brazil – with the autonomy to lead category strategy, supplier performance, and cost optimisation at scale.

Position Summary

You’ll oversee all procurement activities across the Americas region – from supplier negotiation and sourcing strategy to cost reduction, supplier development, and compliance. This role ensures 100% material availability at the lowest total cost of ownership, while meeting high quality and sustainability standards.

Why This Business

A global leader in automotive adhesives, sealants, coatings, and application technologies – supporting Tier 1 OEMs across 40+ countries. Known for quality, innovation, and sustainability, the group is now strengthening its Americas procurement team to drive further value across a complex and growing supply chain.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead procurement operations across the Americas - managing key categories (DINP, fillers, solvents, packaging, tools) and coordinating with sites in the U.S., Mexico, and Brazil
• Negotiate strategic agreements with regional and local suppliers to optimise cost, availability, and quality
• Strengthen supplier base through market analysis, risk mitigation, TPC tracking, and development of competitive new partners
• Collaborate with senior leaders across Global Procurement and the Americas on sourcing strategy, procurement process improvements, and strategic projects such as cost recovery and make-or-buy analysis

What You’ll Bring

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Purchasing, Supply Chain, Inventory Control, or related field
• Experience: Minimum 7 years of professional experience in purchasing or logistics
• Experience within the automotive industry is essential, along with a proven track record of purchasing chemicals, raw materials, or related products
• Strong stakeholder management and negotiation skills, with a commercial mindset
• Fluency in English (Spanish or German advantageous)
• Systems mindset – confident in Excel, with ERP or QAD exposure preferred
• Excellent negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.
• Strong leadership and organizational abilities with the capacity to work under pressure.

Who This Suits

You’re a commercially sharp procurement professional who thrives on cross-border responsibility and measurable outcomes. You’re ready to step into a strategic leadership role where your decisions directly influence cost, risk, and supplier performance across a multi-country operation.

Package & Benefits

• Strong base + performance-linked bonus
• Global exposure across U.S., Mexico, and Brazil operations
• High autonomy within a collaborative international procurement team
• Defined progression pathway in a stable, growth-focused business

To apply please send a copy of your resume to natalie@walkerlovell.com

Job Tags

Similar Jobs