Director, Procurement and Planning

ABOUT THE SHADE STORE

At The Shade Store, we have handcrafted the finest Shades, Blinds and Drapery for 75 years. We believe designing beautiful custom window treatments should be an effortless experience, so we offer outstanding services to help our customers every step of the way, from inspiration to installation.

THE POSITION: The Director, Procurement and Planning is responsible for developing and leading a comprehensive, global sourcing strategy that drives cost efficiencies and margin improvement, optimizes supplier relationships, mitigates risks, and enhances value across the entire supply chain. As a senior leader, this role will influence long-term procurement strategies, partner with executive leadership to align sourcing efforts with business objectives, financial goals, operational efficiency targets, and long-term value creation for investors, helping ensure the company’s competitiveness in the marketplace. With an expert Understanding of market dynamics, supplier ecosystems, and procurement best practices, the Strategic Sourcing Director will lead initiatives that directly impact the company’s financial and operational performance while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Strategic Leadership:
  • Develop and execute a global sourcing strategy aligned with the company's long-term goals and, operational efficiency targets driving cost efficiency, risk mitigation, and long-term value creation for the company and investors
  • Lead cross-functional efforts to ensure that procurement strategies align with organizational objectives and growth initiatives, including new product development, sustainability goals, and market expansion
• Supplier Relationship Management:
  • Establish and nurture strategic partnerships with key global suppliers, ensuring optimal performance, innovation, and value delivery
  • Act as the senior escalation point for supplier issues, ensuring timely resolution and maintaining strong relationships
• Negotiation & Contract Leadership:
  • Lead high-stakes supplier negotiations to secure favorable terms, achieve cost-saving targets, and ensure compliance with legal and business requirements
  • Oversee the governance of all supplier agreements, including MSAs, LTAs, SLAs, and Purchasing Agreements, ensuring alignment with business needs and risk management
• Risk Management & Compliance:
  • Develop and implement supplier risk management strategies, including supply chain contingency plans, compliance with regulations, and risk mitigation frameworks to ensure business continuity
  • Lead due diligence efforts to monitor supplier financial health, ethical compliance, and performance metrics
• Continuous Improvement & Innovation:
  • Champion continuous improvement programs across the sourcing function, driving innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence in collaboration with suppliers
  • Identify and implement process improvements to enhance sourcing efficiencies, supplier performance, and cost savings
• Cross-Functional Collaboration:
  • Partner with key internal stakeholders (including produce engineering, product development, operations, finance, and legal) to align sourcing strategies with product innovation, operational goals, and financial targets
  • Provide strategic input to senior leadership on sourcing decisions, market trends, and emerging risks
• Market Intelligence & Analysis:
  • Conduct advanced market and supplier analysis to stay ahead of industry trends, technological advancements, and geopolitical risks affecting the supply chain
  • Use data-driven insights to inform sourcing strategies, drive category management initiatives, and improve decision-making
• Team Leadership & Development:
  • Lead and develop a high-performing sourcing team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and professional growth
  • Build a talent pipeline by mentoring and coaching sourcing professionals, ensuring the team is equipped to meet evolving business needs
• Reporting & Stakeholder Engagement:
  • Prepare and present comprehensive reports and recommendations on sourcing performance, risks, and opportunities to senior management and the board of directors
  • Represent the company at external indu