Vice President of Procurement

The Company is seeking a VP of Procurement to join their team. The successful candidate will be responsible for building and leading the procurement and sourcing organization, with a focus on driving growth, optimizing product assortments, and fostering strong partnerships with brands and suppliers. This role requires a leader with expertise in category management, a deep understanding of HVAC products, and a collaborative spirit to shape the future of the company's platform and supply chain. Key responsibilities include functional leadership of the procurement and sourcing function, optimization of the procurement organization, execution of sourcing projects, and leading negotiations for key initiatives. The VP of Procurement will also be involved in procurement operations, supplier relationship management, inventory planning, and fleet management. Candidates for the VP of Procurement position at the company should have a minimum of 7-10 years' sourcing and procurement experience, with a proven track record in strategic sourcing and managing strategic vendor relationships. Experience in distributed field services is preferred. The role demands a change agent who can solve a wide range of challenges and implement process improvements. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or supply chain management, with an MBA being a plus, and professional certification in procurement or supply chain management is preferred. Strong leadership, negotiation, and contract management skills are essential, as is the ability to influence senior stakeholders and partner effectively with the leadership team. The work environment is hybrid, with a requirement for on-site presence at the company's headquarters.