VP, Head of Procurement

About the role

The VP, Head of Procurement will shape and execute IPC’s global procurement strategy, ensuring cost efficiency, quality, compliance and sustainability across all sourcing activities. Reporting to the CAO, you will lead a high‑performing team in a hybrid environment.

Key responsibilities

• Define and implement a global procurement strategy aligned with corporate objectives, with a focus on SaaS solutions.
• Negotiate high‑value contracts, manage supplier relationships and drive performance improvements.
• Lead procurement transformation initiatives, including AI‑driven tools and digital automation.
• Oversee category management, spend analysis and off‑shoring spend reviews to identify savings.
• Ensure regulatory compliance, ethical sourcing and develop contingency plans for supply‑chain disruptions.
• Build, mentor and develop a collaborative, innovative procurement team.

Required profile

• 10+ years of progressive procurement or supply‑chain experience, including at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Proven track record in global sourcing, contract negotiation and supplier management.
• Strong knowledge of procurement technologies and digital transformation.
• Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder‑management abilities.
• Experience managing complex, multi‑country procurement operations.

Required skills

• AI‑driven procurement tools
• SaaS procurement platforms
• Digital procurement automation solutions