Vice President, Global Procurement

For our client, we are seeking a Vice President, Global Procurement to join the team of a leader in the Information Technology space. This leader will own a global procurement strategy that supports enterprise objectives and strengthens commercial discipline across the organization. The role will be focused on high-value vendor negotiations, large-scale sourcing decisions, and the ongoing optimization of the technology supplier landscape. You will partner closely with Finance, Legal, and IT/R&D leaders to improve execution, advance responsible sourcing, and bring greater visibility to procurement performance. Location: Boston, MA - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available Compensation: $203,000 – $250,000 annually Responsibilities Develop and execute a global procurement strategy aligned with corporate objectives Lead high-value executive negotiations on critical vendor agreements Build a formal RFP strategy for large-scale negotiations Shape the structure of a high-performing global procurement team Utilize modern procurement technology and analytics for process improvements Collaborate with Finance, Legal, and IT/R&D leaders to streamline the technology landscape Advance responsible sourcing practices, including supplier diversity Establish performance metrics for executive-level visibility Qualifications 12+ years in strategic sourcing and procurement, with 5+ years in senior leadership Hands-on experience leading enterprise-wide technology vendor consolidation Fluent in tech commercial models, including SaaS and cloud pricing Proven negotiation skills with major tech vendors Experience transitioning from license-based to consumption-based commercial models Strong stakeholder management and influencing abilities Experience building and leading geographically dispersed teams Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Supply Chain Management or Business Administration Benefits Medical, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off and sick leave Tuition reimbursement 401(k) contributions with employer match Flexible spending accounts Life insurance and disability coverage Commuter subsidy for office-based employees Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.