Covetrus is hiring a Director, Indirect Procurement – North America to lead strategic sourcing for all non-product goods and services. This role is pivotal for driving cost savings, improving working capital, and enhancing supplier value while maintaining tight control over indirect spend across our North American business units.
What You'll Do
- Develop and implement sourcing strategies to optimize cost, cash, and working capital across all indirect categories.
- Identify and execute cost reduction and cost avoidance initiatives with a focus on ROI.
- Ensure tight control over budgeted indirect spend and contract compliance.
- Act as a business partner to key functions such as Marketing, Finance, HR, IT, Legal, and Operations.
- Lead cross-functional initiatives to improve purchasing discipline and reduce rogue spend.
- Simplify procurement processes and ensure internal stakeholder satisfaction.
- Lead negotiations with suppliers to secure favorable pricing, payment terms, and service levels.
- Optimize vendor terms to improve cash flow and payment cycles.
- Implement supplier KPIs and manage supplier performance for cost, quality, and delivery.
- Manage and mentor a small team of sourcing professionals.
- Establish standardized sourcing practices, contract templates, and vendor onboarding processes.
- Maintain accurate records of savings and payment terms improvement.
- Leverage procurement data and analytics to drive decision-making.
- Ensure compliance with internal controls, policies, and audit requirements.
- Support implementation and utilization of procurement tools or systems.
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, or a related field.
- 10+ years of procurement experience with a focus on indirect spend categories.
- Proven track record of delivering cost savings and working capital improvements.
- Deep knowledge of cost modeling, cash flow drivers, and contract negotiation.
- Strong understanding of supplier payment terms, DPO, and working capital levers.
- Business-oriented mindset with strong financial acumen.
- Proficiency with procurement tools and Excel-based spend analysis.
- Ability to work cross-functionally and influence non-procurement stakeholders.
- Excellent communication, prioritization, and problem-solving skills.
- Low-ego leadership and a hands-on, results-driven approach.
Nice to Have
- MBA or relevant graduate degree.
- Professional certifications (e.g., CPSM, CIPS).
- Experience in a privately held, cash-focused, or cost-sensitive company.
Technical Stack
- Excel-based spend analysis.
- Procurement tools or systems (e.g., P2P, contract management).
Team & Environment
You will report directly to the VP, North America Finance and will manage a small team of sourcing professionals. The environment is lean and performance-focused, emphasizing profitability, cash conservation, and operational efficiency.
Benefits & Compensation
- Compensation range: $126,200.00-$180,300.00.
- 401k savings & company match.
- Paid time off and paid holidays.
- Maternity, parental, and military leave.
- Other leaves of absence.
- Health, dental, and vision benefits.
- Health savings accounts and flexible spending accounts.
- Life & disability benefits.
- Identity theft protection.
- Pet insurance.
- Certain positions may include eligibility for a short term incentive plan.
Work Mode
This role is based in North America.
Covetrus is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
