Director of Tactical Procurement and Procurement Operations (m/f/d)

POSITION SUMMARY

The Director of Tactical Procurement and Procurement Operations is responsible for leading Procurement Operations across North America, ensuring efficient execution of Purchase-to-Pay (P2P) processes, procurement systems governance, supplier master data management, customs compliance, and tactical procurement activities. This role serves as the key connection between Strategic Sourcing, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Finance, Logistics, and Global Procurement teams, driving operational excellence, process standardization, compliance, and continuous improvement across the region.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Procurement Operations Leadership

• Lead all tactical procurement and procurement operations activities across North America.
• Ensure timely execution of purchasing transactions supporting Manufacturing, Construction, Service, and Corporate functions.
• Establish and standardize procurement processes across the United States and Canada.
• Define operational priorities and allocate resources to support business needs.
• Drive service excellence and responsiveness for internal stakeholders.

Purchase-to-Pay (P2P) Governance

• Own and manage the North American P2P governance framework.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, financial controls, and delegation of authority requirements.
• Monitor process performance and implement corrective actions when needed.
• Identify opportunities to improve purchasing efficiency, automation, and overall effectiveness.
• Partner closely with Finance and Accounts Payable teams to optimize end-to-end workflows.

Procurement Systems & SAP Governance

• Serve as the regional owner for procurement systems and SAP-related processes.
• Maintain system integrity, master data quality, and process compliance.
• Support implementation of new procurement tools and technologies.
• Lead user adoption, training, and continuous system enhancements.
• Collaborate with Global Procurement Excellence and IT teams on strategic system improvements.

Supplier Onboarding & Compliance

• Oversee supplier onboarding and vendor master data management activities.
• Ensure supplier setup processes meet compliance and internal control requirements.
• Drive standardization and governance of supplier data.
• Monitor and improve onboarding cycle times and supplier experience.
• Ensure supplier information remains accurate, complete, and compliant.

Customs, Trade Compliance & Continuous Improvement

• Lead customs and trade compliance activities across North America.
• Ensure compliance with import/export regulations in the U.S. and Canada.
• Partner with Logistics, Legal, and Customs Brokers to mitigate risk.
• Develop procedures supporting trade and customs requirements.
• Establish KPIs, dashboards, and reporting metrics for Procurement Operations.
• Drive digital transformation, automation, and process improvement initiatives.

WHAT YOU HAVE

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Procurement, Finance, Operations Management, or a related field.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Experience

• 8+ years of experience in Procurement, Supply Chain, Procurement Operations, or Purchasing.
• 3+ years of people leadership experience.
• Strong experience with SAP and procurement systems.
• Experience managing Purchase-to-Pay (P2P) processes.
• Experience within manufacturing, industrial, or project-based environments.
• Knowledge of customs, trade compliance, and North American import regulations is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong leadership, coaching, and team development skills.
• Strategic and operational procurement expertise.
• Process-oriented and data-driven decision-making abilities.
• Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Change management and continuous improvement experience.
• Knowledge of SAP MM and procurement-related modules.
• Experience with supplier onboarding, master data management, reporting, and KPI development.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Power BI, or similar reporting platforms.

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

Nordex places the highest priority on the safe operation of its business. The successful candidate must:

• Demonstrate a strong commitment to workplace safety and compliance.
• Follow and promote all company safety policies and procedures.
• Proactively identify and mitigate workplace hazards.
• Communicate effectively with team members to maintain a safe work environment.
• Speak and understand English fluently to effectively communicate safety and job-related information.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to travel domestically and internationally as business needs require.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid passport.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and maintain insurability under company policies.
• Ability to pass required pre-employment screenings and physical requirements associated with the role.

Nordex places the highest priority on the safe operations of its business. As such, we are seeking a candidate who is committed to maintaining and promoting safety standards at all times. The ideal candidate must:

• Demonstrate a strong understanding of and commitment to safety protocols and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and company policies.
• Proactively identify and mitigate potential safety hazards.
• Properly use applicable safety equipment, including but not limited to eye protection, hearing protectors, steel-toe boots, and hard hats. Loose-fitting clothes and jewelry are not permitted.
• Communicate effectively with team members and management to ensure a safe working environment.
• Speak and understand English fluently to effectively communicate safety and job-related information, follow safety instructions, and collaborate with English-speaking supervisors and team members.

WHAT WE OFFER

In addition to the opportunity to make our world a little more sustainable, we offer you:

• Paid Time Off - Three (3) weeks accrued (120 hours)
• Medical Insurance with Health Savings Account (HSA) / Flex Spending Account (FSA)
• Dental Insurance & Vision Insurance
• Short-Term / Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Student Debt Repayment & Tuition Reimbursement
• Wellbeing, Family Planning, and Voluntary Benefits

*some offers may vary by location