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Permobil · 1 week ago

Director of Global Indirect Sourcing

Lebanon, TN

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

Permobil is a global leader in advanced rehabilitation technology, seeking a Director of Global Indirect Sourcing to shape their sourcing and logistics capabilities. This senior role involves strategic leadership and operational execution for indirect procurement, focusing on developing category strategies and optimizing supplier performance.

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Responsibilities

Develop and execute global category strategies for indirect spend, including logistics, IT, facilities, and professional services

Drive long-term sourcing initiatives that align with business objectives, cost targets, and operational needs

Lead transformation initiatives to modernize sourcing and procurement processes, tools, and systems

Lead supplier selection, contract negotiations, and performance management to secure competitive advantage

Build strategic supplier partnerships that support reliability, innovation, and cost efficiency

Establish frameworks for continuous improvement, risk reduction, and sustainability in the supplier base

Oversee global logistics sourcing and work closely with the supply chain organization to support inbound flows

Ensure compliance with procurement policies, legal requirements, and regulatory frameworks

Lead budget planning, financial reporting, and cost optimization activities across indirect categories

Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders across regions and functions

Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership teams, providing insights on market trends, risks, and opportunities

Promote cross-functional collaboration to drive standardization and harmonization in sourcing practices

Champion digital procurement tools, process automation, and data-driven decision-making

Drive improvements in transparency, risk management, and supplier analytics

Support initiatives that strengthen resilience, flexibility, and responsiveness across the supply chain

Qualification

Global sourcing experienceStrategic transformation leadershipSupplier managementFinancial acumenAnalytical capabilitiesSupply chain dynamicsNegotiation skillsCommunication skillsTeam leadershipCross-functional collaboration