Director of Procurement

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Proskauer is seeking a Director of Procurement who will play a pivotal role in managing our procurement function. This senior position requires a strategic thinker with extensive experience in procurement and contract negotiation, coupled with legal expertise. The Director will lead efforts to ensure optimal relationships with third-party vendors, while effectively evaluating contracts and mitigating risks through collaborative engagement with in-house counsel.

Responsibilities

• Lead the negotiation processes with third-party vendors to secure optimal pricing, terms, and service levels.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with vendors to ensure responsiveness and quality of service delivery.
• Evaluate vendor contracts for compliance, risk exposure, and alignment with the firm’s strategic goals.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments of legal and financial terms to protect the firm's interests.
• Escalate risk-prone contracts to legal counsel for further analysis and recommendations.
• Liaise with in-house legal counsel to facilitate timely and effective legal reviews of contracts.
• Coordinate the flow of information between procurement and legal departments to streamline the contract review process.
• Develop and implement procurement policies and best practices that support the firm’s operational efficiency and cost management objectives.
• Monitor market trends and conduct cost analyses to inform procurement strategies and enhance the firm's competitive advantage.
• Lead and manage a team of procurement professionals, promoting a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and high performance.
• Provide mentorship and professional development opportunities for team members.
• Establish performance metrics and reporting procedures to measure procurement effectiveness and vendor performance.
• Present procurement reports and recommendations to senior management and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies in all procurement activities.
• Identify risks associated with vendor contracts and procurement processes, implementing strategies to mitigate those risks.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience managing procurement functions, ideally within a large law firm or corporate legal environment.
• Proven track record of negotiating contracts and managing vendor relationships.
• Strong understanding of procurement processes, contract law, and risk management.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen eye for detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely.
• Leadership experience with a demonstrated ability to manage, motivate, and develop a diverse team

This position will require physical presence in Proskauer’s offices on a regular basis (at least 3x per week, or more, if it becomes the policy of the Firm or as business needs require). The anticipated compensation range for this position is $250,000 - $300,000. The actual salary offered will be based on a number of factors including but not limited to the qualifications of the applicant, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.

This position will require physical presence in Proskauer’s offices on a regular basis (at least 3x per week, or more, if it becomes the policy of the Firm or as business needs require). The anticipated compensation range for this position is $250,000 - $300,000. The actual salary offered will be based on a number of factors including but not limited to the qualifications of the applicant, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.

Proskauer is committed to providing a work environment that includes equal opportunity without regard to race, color, gender, age, creed, sex, religion, national origin, disability (physical or mental), marital status, citizenship, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, or any other legally protected status.