Save the Children US · 4 days ago
Head, Strategic Sourcing & Procurement (E1)
Lexington, KY
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$206K/yr - $230K/yr
15+ years expSave the Children US has been advocating for children's rights for over a century. The Head of Strategic Sourcing and Procurement is responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive procurement strategy to enhance operational excellence and mission impact, overseeing various procurement functions and ensuring compliance with regulations.
CharityMedicalNon Profit
Responsibilities
Oversee procurement governance frameworks to ensure consistent application of policies, internal controls, and ethical standards
Ensure compliance with donor regulations, federal acquisition guidelines (as applicable), global policies, and organizational standards
Maintain and evolve agency-wide procurement policies, templates, and tools to ensure clarity, usability, and accountability
Partner with Legal, Finance, and internal audit to proactively manage risk and strengthen contract and vendor oversight
Embed environmental, social, and ethical sourcing considerations into procurement strategy and supplier relationships
Lead sourcing strategies for key categories to drive value, competition, innovation, and sustainability. Key spend categories include programmatic goods and services, fundraising and marketing, IT and digital services, facilities, professional services, and insurance
Conduct market analyses, supplier evaluations, and cost-benefit assessments to inform leadership decisions
Build strong supplier relationships that support programmatic agility, resilience, and long-term value
Oversee competitive bid processes, contract negotiations, and supplier performance management
Manage vendor accountability in delivery of SLA’s/KPI’s
Manage centralized procurement operations, ensuring timely, quality, and cost-effective purchasing activities
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing sourcing and procurement team with a culture of customer service, integrity, accountability, and excellence
Enhance systems, workflows, and technology platforms to support a scalable and efficient procurement lifecycle
Monitor and report procurement metrics, savings, risk indicators, and strategic performance outcomes
Advance procurement digitization, data analytics, and responsible use of automation and AI to improve efficiency, transparency, and decision-making
Drive broad organizational alignment and adoption of standardized procurement practices
Facilitate cross-functional collaboration to ensure procurement strategies meet program needs and achieve operational goals
Lead communication and change-management efforts that educate stakeholders and reinforce a culture of responsible stewardship
Serve as a connector across departments to ensure procurement supports strategic initiatives, innovations, and donor requirements
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Public Administration, or related field preferred
15+ years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, supply chain, or related fields, including at least 5 years in a senior leadership role
Demonstrated experience developing and executing procurement strategy within complex, multi-stakeholder organizations; Experience in complex nonprofit, public-sector, or private-sector environments
Deep understanding of procurement best practices, supplier management, contracting, and competitive sourcing processes
Strong knowledge of compliance requirements related to donor funding, federal acquisition regulations, and global procurement policies
Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams, drive organization-wide alignment, and influence senior leaders
Exceptional communication, negotiation, stakeholder management, and change-leadership skills
Strong analytical and financial acumen, with the ability to leverage data to guide decision-making and unlock enterprise value
Professional proficiency in MS Office suite
Professional proficiency in spoken and written English
Preferred
Master's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Public Administration, or related field preferred
Benefits
Flexible schedules and time off: Flexible schedules, generous PTO, 11 paid holidays plus 2 floating holidays and hybrid working opportunities
Health: Competitive health care, dental and vision coverage for you and your family
Family: A variety of paid leaves: caregiver, parental/adoption, critical child illness and fertility benefits
Employee Rewards Program: Annual merit increases and/or additional incentives for eligible employees
Retirement: A retirement savings plan with employer contributions (after one year)
Wellness: 15 safety and wellness days annually (if hired on or after July 1, safety and wellness days prorated to 8 days), mental health benefits and support through Calm and company-hosted events
Employee Assistance Program: free and confidential assessments, short-term counseling, referrals, and follow-up services
Learning & Growth: Access to internal and external learning & development opportunities and mentorships
Company
Save the Children US
Save the Children is the leading independent organization creating lasting change in the lives of children in need in the United States and around the world.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
Save the Children US has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not
guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your
reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (5)
2024 (2)
2022 (2)
2021 (2)
2020 (1)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.65MKey Investors
Education Cannot WaitAmazon Web Services
2025-11-18Grant· $0.65M
2022-11-29Grant
Leadership Team
Ken Murdoch
Current Director of US Programs Operations and Logistics - Former VP/CIO of IT and Building Op's
Recent News
2025-12-11
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