Director of Procurement, Corporate Category

Job Description

Job Description

Crusoe's mission is to accelerate the abundance of energy and intelligence. We’re crafting the engine that powers a world where people can create ambitiously with AI — without sacrificing scale, speed, or sustainability.

Be a part of the AI revolution with sustainable technology at Crusoe. Here, you'll drive meaningful innovation, make a tangible impact, and join a team that’s setting the pace for responsible, transformative cloud infrastructure.

About This Role :

Crusoe is scaling rapidly, and the services that power our corporate functions—from financial and legal services to human resources and travel—are more critical than ever. We are looking for a strategic and analytical Director of Procurement to build, own, and execute the sourcing strategy for these essential categories.

In this role, you will be a key business partner to our corporate leaders, responsible for delivering value, mitigating risk, and ensuring we have the right supplier relationships to support our ambitious growth. You will own the end-to-end procurement lifecycle, from initial strategy and market analysis to contract negotiation and ongoing supplier performance management. This is a high-impact position that requires a deep understanding of corporate services, a passion for building strong stakeholder relationships, and a drive for continuous improvement.

What you’ll be working on :

Executive Negotiations : Lead complex, multi-million dollar negotiations for Master Purchase Agreements (MPAs) and Master Service Agreements (MSAs), securing favorable commercial terms and robust Service Level Agreements (SLAs).

Financial Control Framework : Partner closely with the Procurement Shared Services team to enforce and drive adoption of the organization's procurement policy and financial control framework.

Auditable Sourcing Practices : Enforce strict financial controls and documented sourcing practices for high-value expenditures, ensuring transparency and auditability throughout the commercial decision-making process.

Team Leadership : Lead, hire, mentor, and manage a high-performing team of Category Managers and Specialists focused on supporting all Corporate categories (Marketing, Software etc.) Power Infrastructure Group (PIG) and Energy

Strategic Business Partnering : Cultivate strong, collaborative relationships with internal business leaders, ensuring procurement is involved early to frame and solve commercial problems, moving the function from transactional support to a strategic enabler.

Resolving Roadblocks : Use influence and internal partnership to drive solutions for systemic issues that extend beyond Procurement (e.g., ensuring timely supplier payments and aligning payment terms with financial planning and liquidity goals).

Requirements :

Educational & Experience Foundation : Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, or a related field along with 10–12 years of progressive experience in Corporate Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, or Supply Chain Management. Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related technical field.

Deep Technical Expertise : 5+ years in category management or procurement, with a focus on indirect or corporate services.

Proven Track Record : A history of developing and executing category strategies that deliver measurable cost savings and service improvements.

Negotiation & Supplier Management : Strong skills in contract negotiation and supplier relationship management (SRM).

Analytical Mindset : Excellent problem-solving abilities, with deep experience in spend analysis.

Stakeholder Partnership : Exceptional ability to build relationships, manage expectations, and influence at all levels of the organization.

Systems Proficiency : Hands-on experience with procure-to-pay (P2P) systems, such as Coupa.

Bonus Points :

Experience in a high-growth technology or startup environment.

Deep expertise in one or more specific categories (e.g., professional services, facilities, enterprise technology).

MBA or a relevant professional certification (e.g., CPSM)

Benefits

Industry competitive pay

Restricted Stock Units in a fast growing, well-funded technology company

Health insurance package options that include HDHP and PPO, vision, and dental for you and your dependents

Employer contributions to HSA accounts

Paid Parental Leave

Paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability

Teladoc

401(k) with a 100% match up to 4% of salary

Generous paid time off and holiday schedule

Cell phone reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement

Subscription to the Calm app

MetLife Legal

Company paid commuter benefit; $300 per month

Compensation

Compensation will be paid in the range of $208,000 - $260,000 / year +Bonus. Restricted Stock Units are included in all offers. Compensation to be determined by the applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Crusoe is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, sex / gender, sexual preference / orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, national origin, or any other status protected by law or regulation.